The Department of Kaumarbhritya, also referred to as Bal Roga, is a distinct division of Ayurveda dedicated to the comprehensive care of children, which includes newborns, infants, and adolescents. It provides both preventive and therapeutic care, focusing on various dimensions of child health and development within the Ayurvedic paradigm.
Kaumarbhritya emphasizes the importance of healthy growth and development in children, addressing age-specific milestones and potential developmental delays. Additionally, it advocates for immunization and employs “Swarnaprashan”, a traditional Ayurvedic method aimed at enhancing immunity in children. The department also offers Panchakarma, which includes specialized Ayurvedic detoxification and rejuvenation therapies for children.
Furthermore, it addresses the mental and emotional well-being of children, including conditions such as ADHD, AUTISM and Learning disabilities. Kaumarbhritya department within academic institution is crucial for education and research, training the next generation of Ayurved practitioners in the field of child health.
Vision:
To deliver outstanding care for children from conception through adolescence, fostering healthy growth, development, and wellness by utilizing evidence-based Ayurvedic principles and practices.
Mission:
- To create a comprehensive child health care system for the community.
- To advance the clinical application of Ayurveda in Pediatrics.
- Implementing evidence-based practices for children through Ayurveda.
- To attain academic distinction in Kaumarabhritya.
Activities:
- Immunity Enhancement: Offering immunity boosters like SwarnabinduPrashana.
- Yoga for Kids: Disease-specific yoga practices for children.
- Nutrition Care: Providing guidance on nutritional well-being.
- Adolescent Education: Educating adolescents on health and wellness.
- Life-Saving Skills: Training in basic life-saving measures.
- Research & Innovation: Encouraging student research projects, publications, and scientific presentations.