A STUDY OF ASTHISAARA (ENRICHED BONE TISSUE) AND ITS ASSOCIATION WITH OSTEOPOROSIS

Bone health plays a crucial role in maintaining mobility, longevity, and quality of life. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, describes Asthisaara (Enriched Bone Tissue) as a marker of bone strength and durability. Osteoporosis, a systemic skeletal disease characterized by low bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration, affects over 200 million people worldwide and is responsible for nearly 8.9 million fractures annually, equating to one fracture every 3 seconds. The economic burden of osteoporosis-related fractures exceeds $57 billion in the US alone, with similar trends observed globally. This study explores the Ayurvedic concept of Asthisaara, its correlation with modern osteoporosis, and integrative approaches to managing bone health.