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Ayurvedic Treatment for Eye Disorders (Netra Roga) at Sujivan Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, eye disorders—known as Netra Roga—are primarily associated with imbalance of Pitta dosha, especially Alochaka Pitta, which governs vision and light perception. Imbalances in Vata (movement and nerve function) and Kapha (lubrication and stability) also play a key role. Eye care in Ayurveda is addressed under Shalakya Tantra, the specialized branch dealing with diseases of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat.

At Sujivan Ayurveda, eye disorders are managed through a holistic approach that nourishes the eyes, reduces strain, detoxifies the system, and restores doshic balance.

Common Eye Disorders Treated in Ayurveda

• Dry Eye Syndrome (Shushkakshipaka) – Burning, dryness, and grittiness due to Vata–Pitta imbalance

• Conjunctivitis (Abhishyanda) – Redness, watering, and irritation from Pitta or Kapha aggravation

• Cataract (Timira / Linganasha) – Clouding of vision linked to Kapha and Vata imbalance

• Glaucoma (Adhimantha) – Increased eye pressure involving all three doshas

• Refractive Errors (Drishti Dosha) – Myopia, hypermetropia, and astigmatism

• Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) – Degenerative eye changes in elderly individuals

• Trichiasis (Pakshmakopa) – Inward turning of eyelashes

• Night Blindness (Shleshma Vidagdha Drishti) – Often associated with Kapha imbalance

Core Ayurvedic Eye Therapies (Kriya Kalpa)

Ayurveda offers specialized eye treatments to nourish and protect vision:

• Netra Tarpana – Retention of medicated ghee over the eyes to nourish the optic nerve, lens, and muscles

• Aschyotana – Herbal eye drops for redness, burning, and irritation

• Anjana – Application of medicated collyrium to cleanse and improve vision

• Seka – Gentle irrigation of the eyes using herbal decoctions or medicated milk

• Nasya – Medicated nasal oil therapy to relieve eye strain and improve vision

• Shirodhara – Calms the nervous system and reduces stress-related eye problems

Ayurvedic Herbs, Ghee & Diet for Eye Health

• Triphala – Used internally, as eyewash, or in medicated ghee

• Medicated Ghritas – Mahatriphala Ghrita, Jivantyadi Ghrita, Tiktaka Ghrita

• Dietary Support – Ghee, almonds, Amalaki (Indian gooseberry), leafy greens, carrots

• Avoid – Excessively spicy, sour, salty foods and prolonged screen exposure

Preventive Eye Care in Ayurveda (Dinacharya)

• Trataka – Yogic candle-gazing exercise

• Cold Water Eye Wash – Splashing eyes with water in the morning

• Palming – Relaxing eyes using warmed palms

Personalized Eye Care at Sujivan Ayurveda

At Sujivan Ayurveda, eye treatments are personalized based on Prakriti (body constitution), age, lifestyle, and severity of symptoms to ensure safe and effective care.

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