Rejuvenation Therapy { रसायना चिकित्सा }
Rasayana Chikitsa, or Rejuvenation Therapy in Ayurveda, is a specialised treatment branch aimed at promoting longevity, enhancing immunity, revitalising body tissues, and restoring vitality and strength. The term "Rasayana" is derived from "Rasa" (essence or plasma) and "Ayana" (path), meaning the path that nourishes and revitalises the body's tissues at the deepest level. It is considered one of the eight branches of classical Ayurveda (Ashtanga Ayurveda), with the primary goal of maintaining youthfulness, delaying ageing, and preventing disease.
Rasayana Chikitsa is often synonymous with rebirth, as it completely rejuvenates the body and eliminates the ill effects of all previous disorders. According to Ayurveda, the Rasayana Chikitsa replenishes the vital fluids of the body, boosts the ojas (ओजस् vital force of life) and the immune system, thus keeping away from diseases and preventing the ill effects of advanced age. Rasayana brings about the normalcy of Rasa dhatu (रस धातु: plasma, lymph, and interstitial fluids) and thereby maintains other dhatus(धातुः body tissues) in equilibrium for a more extended period. The improved nutrition prevents ageing, which Ayurveda understands as jaranasana (जरानासनः) or geriatric care.
This therapy optimises the function of enzymes in tissue cells by rejuvenating them, stimulating the nervous system, and healing and strengthening bones. It also improves mental and intellectual competence, preservation of youthfulness, increased lustre, body complexion and glow, healthy condition of voice, and excellent potentiality of the body and the sense organs.
Rasayana therapy includes using herbal formulations, nutrient-rich diets, lifestyle practices, and spiritual discipline to balance the doshas and support the proper function of all seven dhatus (body tissues). This therapy is typically administered after cleansing procedures (Shodhana) like Panchakarma to maximise absorption and benefit. In addition to herbs, Rasayana emphasises proper sleep, stress reduction through meditation and pranayama, and ethical living (Sadvritta) as part of its holistic approach. Rasayana Chikitsa is particularly useful in managing degenerative diseases, chronic fatigue, stress-related disorders, and enhancing overall quality of life.
Note: Modern Medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases, while in Ayurveda, the treatment for the
same disease can differ significantly for each person, because Ayurveda focuses on balancing the body, mind, and spirit by considering the
individual’s constitution (Prakriti), imbalances (Vikriti), and the interrelationship between the body and the environment hence
Ayurveda, the treatment for the same disease can vary for different individuals.
