VEDANADHYAYA OF KASHYAPA SAMHITA: A AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON PAIN AND ITS CORRELATION WITH CONTEMPORARY SCIENCE

Pain, or Vedana, is a fundamental clinical entity described extensively in Ayurveda, reflecting both physiological and psychological disturbances. Among classical Ayurvedic texts, Kashyapa Samhita presents a unique perspective on pain in its Vedanadhyaya, emphasizing etiological factors, doshic involvement, and systemic manifestations. This review aims to critically analyze the concept of Vedana as described by Acharya Kashyapa and correlate it with contemporary understanding of pain mechanisms in modern biomedical science. Classical descriptions of Vedana, including its causative factors (Nidana), classification, and role of Vata Dosha, are explored alongside modern concepts such as nociception, neuropathic pain, and central sensitization. The integrative approach highlights similarities between Ayurvedic concepts and neurophysiological pathways, including the role of neurotransmitters and psychological modulation of pain. Additionally, clinical implications of such correlations are discussed in the context of holistic pain management. The study underscores the relevance of Ayurvedic principles in understanding multidimensional aspects of pain and advocates for integrative approaches in clinical practice.