RT Journal Article
      AU Nidhi Mohanpuria1*
      TI Role of Vyayama as Viharaja Nidana in Infertility: Bridging Ayurvedic Insights
and Modern Evidence
      T2 Rohilkhand Journal of AYUSH Research
      DO https://doi.org/10.65001/RJAR.2025.V1I109 
      VL RJAR 2025 Vol. I Issue I 
      SP 64
      EP 67
      PY 2025
      AB Infertility affects approximately 17.5% of the global reproductive-age population, with
multifactorial etiologies spanning physiological, pathological, and lifestyle determinants. Ayurveda
classifies these causes into Aharaja, Viharaja, Manasika, and Agantuja Nidanas, with Viharaja
factors—particularly Vyayama (physical activity)—playing a significant role. Classical Ayurvedic
texts emphasize that both Ativyayama (excessive exertion) and Avyayama (inactivity) can disrupt
Agni and Dhatu balance, leading to Shukra and Artava Dushti, thereby impairing fertility. Modern
research corroborates these insights, linking moderate exercise with hormonal balance and
reproductive health, while associating extremes of activity with menstrual irregularities,
anovulation, reduced sperm quality, and hormonal disturbances. This article bridges classical
Ayurvedic concepts with contemporary evidence, emphasizing Yukta Vyayama (appropriate
exercise) as a preventive and therapeutic strategy for infertility.
      KW: Infertility, Viharaja Nidana, Artava Dushti, Vyayama, Menstrual irregularities
      UL https://www.jrohilayush.com/abstract/8