Department Of Shalakya Tantra

The department of Shalakyatantra deals with understanding the pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of diseases occurring above the clavicle. Viz. Diseases of eyes, ears, nose, throat, head and neck. Since this branch of ayurveda deals with the most vulnerable and minute parts various specialized instruments and techniques are used for diagnosis and treatment

Shalakyatantra in ayurved refers to that branch of ayurvedic medicine that treats the diseases above the neck and shoulder. It derives its nomenclature from the Sanskirt word Shalaka that means rod or probe. In the southern part of India Shalakyatantra is referred as Urdhwang Chikitsa. Urdhwang Chikitsa derives its nomenclature from the two words Urdhwang meaning: the body parts above the shoulder and Chikitsa meaning: treatment.

Shalakyatantra offered at the OPD of Ishan Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital is premised on the paradigm of Asthanga Ayurveda principles.

KEY FEATURES OF DEPARTMENT

• Creating awareness about importance of Sense organs and treatment in Ayurveda through Camps, Talks in institution and public awareness programs
• Set with complete teaching aid as a part of Structural & functional understanding, Diagnostic and therapeutic approach through Models, Charts, Instruments and specimens
• Guest lectures from different field for thorough knowledge of diagnosis and treatment
• Hand on training on Kriyakalpa, Sthanika Upakrama, and Parasurgical procedures during practical classes.
• Case taking and case presentation with day-to-day follow-up are given importance for each student to excel them in treating the speciality cases.

DEPARTMENTAL INITIATIVES

• Shalakyatantra Department possesses good number of models, charts, specimens, and laboratory instruments which aids in the teaching.
• Our efforts are dedicated to imparting quality and value-based education to raise the satisfaction level of all the students.
• Our strength is directed to create competent professionals and service to mankind.
• Our endeavour is to provide all possible support to promote research and
  evidence-based documentation.