APPROACH TOWARDS LIFE STYLE MODIFICATION PLAN AS PER AYURVEDA AND MODERN TECHNIQUE FOR PREVENTION OF GERIATRICS

Abstract

Jara (ageing) being a Swabhavabala Pravritta roga, occurs due to vyadhihetu called parinama / kala. Jara being a natural phenomenon of parinama (time) is unavoidable i.e., jara is an inescapable part of life. Onset and manifestation of aging can be delayed to certain extent i.e., manda jara. This paper is dedicated for lifestyle modification plan and its implementation in the prevention of geriatrics. Strategy and action plan regarding life style management as per Ayurveda is model diet plan, Model Dincharya plan / sleep pattern, Rasayana therapy, Behaviour modification plan includes the following Built positive and accurate expectation about result, Precisely define the behaviour, activity to be changed, Help patients to set realistic goals. Tools used for Behaviour modification plan; Music Therapy (Mantrayoga / Nadyoga / kriyayoga), Yoga / Asana, Gardening, Get-togethers, Family holidays.