Neuroradiology intertwined with the Veena: A radiologist perspective

Abstract

Music has had a distinguished position in human history; both as an art form and a medium for healing. Traditional Indian music has its roots in ancient scriptures of Vedas, which coincidently also form a basis of practice of Indian medicine. The Veena holds a revered place as an ancient plucked stringed instrument used in southern Indian classical music. The unique structure of the Veena has evoked descriptions and comparisons to the human body in various forms. We explore the resemblance of the Veena to human anatomy and provide a neurological correlation from a radiologist’s perspective.