CLASSICAL YOGAS IN SHIROROGA AS PER CHAKRADATTA

Shiroroga (diseases of the head) are extensively described in Ayurvedic classics and are considered among the most distressing disorders due to their direct impact on sensory organs, cognitive functions and quality of life. Chakradatta, a clinically oriented Ayurvedic textbook, provides a systematic and disease-specific description of various Shirorogas along with precise classical formulations (Yogas) for their management. These Yogas are selected based on Dosha predominance and disease chronicity and include Nasya, Pana, Lepa, Upanaha, Swedana and Ghrita-Taila preparations. The present article aims to compile and critically analyse the classical Yogas indicated for different types of Shirorogas as described in Chapter 60 of Chakradatta. A total of 54 Yogas are documented for various Shiroroga, highlighting the depth and therapeutic versatility of classical Ayurvedic management. This review serves as a concise yet comprehensive reference for clinicians and researchers in Shalakya Tantra.