Preventive Health Care in Geriatric through Ayurved Rasayan Chikitsa

Preventive health care is essential in geriatric medicine because it focuses on early detection and management of health issues before they become severe. Regular check ups, screenings, and immunizations help maintain independence and improve quality of life for older adults by addressing health problems proactively. It also reduces the risk of complications from chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancers. Additionally, preventive care encompasses health education, fall prevention, and medication management, all supporting aging healthfully. By actively managing health, seniors can avoid costly emergency interventions, which leads to better health outcomes and lower healthcare expenses. Overall, prioritizing prevention fosters healthier, more active aging. Ayurveda plays a crucial role in geriatric care by utilizing various Rasayana rejuvenate herbs and formulations that enhance strength, immunity, cognitive function, and overall vitality1. Ayurvedic interventions, including Medhya Rasayana nootropic herbs , Balya and Brimhana Dravyas strength promoting substances , and age specific dietary regimens, are effective in preventing and managing common geriatric disorders such as Sandhivata osteoarthritis , Smriti Hani memory loss , Pandu Roga anemia , and Jatharagni Mandya digestive weakness . Along with herbal medicine, therapies like Panchakarma, Abhyanga oil massage , Swedana herbal fomentation , and Shirodhara play a significant role in promoting physical and mental well being in old age.2 This article explores the role of Rasayana in holistic geriatric care, highlighting Ayurvedic pharmacological principles, therapeutic herbs, and formulations that support healthy aging and longevity. Dr. Vidya Prashant Bhingare | Dr. Samiksha Shankar Kamble | Dr. Madhuri Prashant Waghmare "Preventive Health Care in Geriatric through Ayurved Rasayan Chikitsa" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-10 | Issue-1 , February 2026, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd100116.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/ayurvedic/100116/preventive-health-care-in-geriatric-through-ayurved-rasayan-chikitsa/dr-vidya-prashant-bhingare