Anatomy

Conceptual Foundations of Ayurveda: Anatomy (Rachana Śarīra) presents a structured and comprehensive exposition of Ayurvedic anatomy grounded in classical textual references and academic requirements. The book begins with the fundamental need for the study of Śarīra and systematically explains core anatomical concepts such as Śarīra Paribhāṣā, Ṣaḍaṅga Śarīra, Koṣṭha–Koṣṭhāṅga, Avayava, Pratyanga, Kalā, Āśaya, Srotas, Sirā, Dhamanī, Asthi, Sandhi, Peśī, and Snāyu. Special emphasis is laid on Indriya Śarīra, Garbha Śarīra, and Marma Śarīra, including detailed descriptions of Marma Viddha Lakṣaṇa in Śākhā, Udara–Uras, and Ūrdhvāṅga. The volume also discusses classical methods of dissection, anthropometry, gender-based anatomical variations, and applied aspects of Śarīra in diagnosis, therapeutics, surgery, exercise, yoga, teratology, and preventive care. By integrating classical anatomical doctrines with practical and clinical relevance, this book aims to provide a clear conceptual and applied foundation for undergraduate and postgraduate students, academicians, and practitioners of Ayurveda.