MYOPIA

by Dr Vaid Ji on Feb 05, 2024

DEFINITION

Myopia (Nearsightedness) is a defect of vision in which a person can see nearby objects clearly but cannot see distant objects clearly because the image is formed in front of the retina. In Ayurveda Myopia as a result of imbalances in the pitta and kapha Doshas.

TYPES OF MYOPIA

Congenital Myopia.
Simple Myopia or Developmental Myopia.
Pathological or Degenerative Myopia.
Acquired Myopia.

CAUSES

Genetics
The eye is growing too quickly
Too much nearsighted eye activities
Other health problems such as stress or diabetes .

SYMPTOMS

Blurry vision when looking at distant objects.
The need to squint or close the eyelids to see clearly .
Headaches
Eyestrain

AYURVEDIC HERBAL REMEDIES

Gooseberry/Amla :- Is the most effective herb to manage eye disorders.They are rich in source of vitamin c.

Bilberry (vaccinium myrtillus)

Almonds and Fennel seeds
Triphala

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT FOR MYOPIA

NETRA TARPANA (Eye Nourishment) :- Netra tarpana involves the creation of a well of medicated ghee around the eyes using a paste made from black gram flour. This well is than left in place for a specific duration , allowing the eye tissues to be deeply penetrated by the medicated ghee . Regular netra tarpan can improve vision clarity and reduce dryness in the eyes.

TRIPHALA EYE WASH

ANU TAILA NASAL DROPS :- Anu tail is a medicated oil that is instilled into the nostrils.

AYURVEDIC REMEDIES FOR MYOPIA

NETRA BASTI (Eye Bath) :- In Netra basti therapy , practitioners form a pool of warm medicated oil around the eyes using a dough ring. Then bathe the eyes in the oil for a specified time , nourishing the eye tissues and improving vision.