European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

CLINICAL IMPORTANCE OF CAUTERIZATION PROCESS IN MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES W.S.R. TO AGNIKARMA

Dr. Sandeep Aheer*

ABSTRACT

Agnikarma is originating from the ancient Ayurveda and considered as a prominent procedure for treating painful disorders associated with Vata Dosha. Agnikarma is cauterization process which control vitiated Vata and Kapha Dosha, thereby alleviating pain. Acharya Sushruta highlights significance of Agnikarma in various diseases and elaborates qualities of Dravyas considered suitable for Agnikarma. It is a para-surgical treatment utilized in Vata-Kapha predominant conditions and play crucial role in clinical management of musculoskeletal disorders such as; osteoarthritis, intervertebral disc prolapse, sciatica, tennis elbow, frozen shoulder and spondylosis, etc. The instruments used for Agnikarma termed as Dahanopakaranas which mainly involves Pancha Dhatu Shalaka, needles and probes, etc. Agnikarma transfers thermal energy to induce biological changes that ultimately hampers further pathogenesis of disease. Quick responses, lower risk of disease reoccurrence and wide therapeutic range, etc. are major advantages of Ayurveda cauterization process.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Cauterization, Thermal, Heat, Agnikarma, Musculoskeletal Disorders.