| Keyword | S`hleshaka |
| Type | S. |
| Etymology/ Definition | शिर:संस्थोऽक्षतर्पणात् तर्पक:। अ.हृ.सू. १२/१८ |
| Reference | A.H.Su.12/17 |
| Implied Meaning | This type of Kapha is located in joints and it lubricates the joints . |
| Elaboration | It is one of the five types of Kapha situated in the joints . It is the fluid present in the mobile joints secreted by the inner membrane S ` hleshamadharaa Kalaa ( membrane supporting Kapha Dosha ) within the joint capsule ( Sandhi Kos ` ha ). It is responsible for the nourishment and lubrication of the particular surfaces of the participating bony ends . In joint afflictions S ` hleshaka Kapha is affected substantively , qualitatively and functionally . Depending upon its involvement the signs and symptoms vary warranting an innovative approach in management of the same . S ` heshanaat S ` hleshaka A . Sn . 20 / 4 |
| Contemporary Colloquial | Synovial fluid |
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