1 Department of Rachana Sharir, Shivalik Institute of Ayurveda and Research, Dehradun, India.
2 Department of Rachana Sharir, Jupiter Ayurved Medical College, Nagpur, India.
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2025, 25(01), 1668-1674
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2025.25.1.0173
Received on 07 December 2024; revised on 16 January 2025; accepted on 18 January 2025
The concept of Avedhya Sira, as delineated in classical Ayurvedic texts, represents a significant aspect of Ayurvedic anatomy, emphasizing non-puncturable vessels crucial for the sustenance of life. Among these, the Urdhvajatrugata Avedhya Sira, located in the head and neck region, plays a vital role in safeguarding sensory and motor functions, alongside the protection of Marma points. These structures correlate closely with modern anatomical entities such as carotid arteries, jugular veins, and cranial nerves. This literary study delves into the ancient descriptions of Urdhvajatrugata Avedhya Sira, drawing correlations with contemporary anatomical structures to underline their clinical relevance. The study explores the Ayurvedic classification of Sira, their physiological functions, and their embryological origins, establishing their importance in preventing injury that could lead to irreversible consequences such as sensory loss or neurological deficits. Integrating classical wisdom with modern science, this research contributes to a holistic understanding of head and neck anatomy and informs safer medical and surgical practices.
Avedhya Sira; Urdhvajatrugata; Marma; Ayurvedic anatomy
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Deepika Uniyal, Govind Malik and Dipali P Nijwante. A literary study of avedhya sira W.S.R to urdhvajatrugata avedhya sira. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2025, 25(01), 1668-1674. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2025.25.1.0173.
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