Concept of Deshaviparyaya w.s.r. to Migration - A Literary Review

Abstract

Desha (geographical distribution) is one of the important principles linked with health of individual. The characteristics of the Desha impart certain physical, physiological, psychological attributes in inhabitants. There is another term Deshaviparyaya which is not much understood. This factor is one main cause for many diseases prevailing nowadays. A comprehensive exploration can be done between Deshaviparyaya and migration. Through a multidisciplinary lens, this work aims to provide insights into complex interplay between geographical disorientation and health effects on people’s health. Aims & Objectives: Literary review on basic concepts of Desha & Satmya (Habituation) & understanding concepts of Deshaviparyaya in view of migration. Materials & Methods: Ayurvedic literatures containing all details about Desha, Satmya & Deshaviparyaya were studied and literary material was critically reviewed. Discussion: Effect of migration and on sleep, integumentary system and generation of stress has been discussed with its Ayurvedic treatment. Conclusion: Migration has impact on different systems of human body. This article can be hypothesized that Desha & Satmya should be considered for successful administration of therapeutics.