Rasayana in Geriatric Internal Medicine: The Kayachikitsa Blueprint for Healthy Aging

Abstract

ABSTRACT:  As the global population ages, internal medicine faces the challenge of managing age-related degenerative disorders. Kayachikitsa introduces Rasayana Chikitsa—a unique Ayurvedic rejuvenation science aimed at longevity, vitality, and systemic resilience. This paper investigates Rasayana’s role in geriatric care, analyzing classical sources and modern clinical trials involving elderly patients. Diseases such as osteoarthritis, memory decline, insomnia, and fatigue were evaluated under the Rasayana lens. Therapies involving Ashwagandha, Amalaki, Brahmi, and Shilajit were administered in customized regimens. Panchakarma pre-conditioning was done to enhance bioavailability. Functional assessments (MMSE for memory, TUG for mobility) were conducted before and after the intervention. The results suggest significant improvements in cognitive function, joint mobility, sleep quality, and mood stability. This positions Rasayana not as a supplement but as a cornerstone of internal medicine for aging populations.

KEYWORDS: Rasayana, geriatric medicine, healthy aging, Kayachikitsa, cognitive decline, Ayurvedic rejuvenation, Panchakarma, vitality, longevity, neuroprotection