Kayachikitsa

Kayachikitsa is one of the most important and foundational branches of Ayurveda, dedicated to the treatment of diseases affecting the entire body. The word is derived from the Sanskrit terms “Kaya” (body) and “Chikitsa” (treatment), meaning the comprehensive management of physical and systemic disorders through internal medicine. This branch focuses on understanding how the three Doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—maintain health when balanced and cause disease when disturbed. Kayachikitsa deals with a wide range of conditions such as digestive disorders, metabolic diseases, respiratory problems, skin conditions, joint disorders, fevers, and chronic illnesses.