Significance of Vriddhavastha
Vriddhavastha refers to the old age phase of life, typically between 60 to 100 years, characterized by physical and cognitive decline. During this stage, individuals experience dhatukshaya, or tissue depletion, leading to increased vulnerability to disorders. In Ayurveda, Vriddhavastha indicates the age when conditions such as Sandhigata Vata may develop due to natural degeneration of body tissues. This phase is marked by a heightened susceptibility to various diseases and health challenges associated with aging.
Synonyms: Senescence, Old age, Aging, Twilight years, Seniority, Later life
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The concept of Vriddhavastha in scientific sources
Vriddhavastha is the Ayurvedic term for old age, typically from 60 to 100 years, marked by physical and cognitive decline, tissue depletion, and increased vulnerability to disorders like Sandhigata Vata due to natural degeneration.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) A term referring to the elderly age group, during which individuals are more susceptible to disorders like sandhigata vata.[1] (2) A term in Ayurveda referring to the age group that is more susceptible to certain diseases like Sandhivata.[2] (3) Referring to the elderly stage of life, where the occurrence of diseases such as Sandhigatavata is more common.[3] (4) The final stage of life characterized by degenerative changes, typically occurring after the age of 60 or 70.[4] (5) The final stage of human life according to Ayurveda, characterized by old age and various degenerative changes.[5]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Literally meaning 'old age,' a phase in an individual's life where the susceptibility to diseases like Sandhigata Vata increases due to natural degeneration of body tissues.[6] (2) Vriddhavastha is the old age phase in life, typically defined as being between 60 to 100 years, characterized by physical and cognitive decline.[7] (3) An Ayurvedic term referring to the stage of old age, during which conditions like Sandhigata Vata commonly develop.[8]
From: Ayushdhara journal
(1) The final stage of life in Ayurveda, marked by significant degeneration of body functions and a decline in various physical and mental capabilities.[9] (2) The last phase of life characterized by degeneration of bodily functions due to aging.[10]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) The stage of life referred to as old age, during which the body experiences dhatukshaya (tissue depletion) and increased susceptibility to disorders.[11]