Conceptual study of Dhamani - A critical review

Abstract

Ayurveda is been practiced in India for at least 5000 years, but in present time it is becoming more popular in whole world due to its holistic approach. Acharyas has used an anatomical term Dhamani which is on controversial term. Ayurvedic text which are Ancient works in the field of Rachana presented by Acharya Sushruta, Charaka, Vaghbhata and other. Dhamani is a structure introduced by ducts with thin wall and carry Rasa all over the body i.e. Sharira. The term Dhamani generally used in same sense as Siras and Srotas. Interpretation of these Ayurvedic terminologies is confusing in many contexts. Acharya Sushruta clearly explained the constitution of the human body and difference between Sira (vein), Dhamani (artery), Srotas (capillaries). Dhamani is a specific anatomical structure by critically reviewing all possible literature both as per Ayurveda and modern science.