A SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF TWAK SHARIR WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO MAMSAVAHA SROTAS

Dr. Neetu Choudhary*, Prof. Jitendra Kumar Sharma, Dr. Purushottam Das Sharma, Dr. Dinesh Kumar Sharma, Dr. Deepa, Dr. Ravindra Kumar Bhargawa

Twak is described in Ayurveda as an active, functional organ rather than a passive body covering. It is stated to be an Upadhatu of Mamsa Dhatu and a principal Moolsthana of Mamsavaha Srotas, indicating its direct role in muscular nourishment and integrity. The present study attempts a scientific interpretation of these classical Ayurvedic principles through cadaveric dissection and histological correlation with modern anatomical understanding. Gross and microscopic observations were made to assess skin thickness, tissue continuity, vascularity, neural distribution, and functional integration with underlying muscle layers. The findings demonstrated a close parallel between classical descriptions and contemporary anatomical science, especially validating the concept of seven layers of Twak and structural continuity between Twak and Mamsa Dhatu. This work establishes Twak as a vital, integrative organ of perception, protection, diagnosis, and therapy.