• Dr. Krishna Patel
• Dr. Geetanjali Sahu

In Ayurveda, stress and musculoskeletal pain are fundamentally connected through the aggravation of the Vata dosha, which governs movement and the nervous system. Psychological stress is a major contributor to Vata imbalance, leading to physical symptoms like tension, spasms, and pain in the muscles and joints. According to Ayurvedic texts, Vata is the energy that controls all bodily movements, including nerve impulses. Mental and emotional distress, or manasika hetu, overstimulates the nervous system and is a significant factor in causing Vata imbalance. This creates a hyperactive state in the mind and body. Stress disrupts Agni (digestive fire), which impairs digestion and metabolism. This leads to the buildup of toxins, or Ama, which can settle in the joints and muscles. The accumulation of Ama further obstructs the flow of Vata, causing inflammation, stiffness, and pain. In this article, we will further explain the Ayurvedic Pathophysiology, connecting Stress (Manasika Hetu) to Musculoskeletal Pain (Mamsa Gata Vata).

stress, vata, musculoskeletal pain, manasika hetu, Agni, mamsa Gata Vata

"From Mental Strain to Physical Pain: An Ayurvedic Analysis of Stress and Musculoskeletal Pain", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 10, page no.f256-f259, October-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2510533.pdf

"From Mental Strain to Physical Pain: An Ayurvedic Analysis of Stress and Musculoskeletal Pain", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 10, page no. ppf256-f259, October-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2510533.pdf