Efficacy of Agnikarma in the management of Gridhrasi (sciatica)- A Scoping review
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https://doi.org/10.70066/jahm.v12i10.1508Keywords:
Sciatica, Gridhrasi, Agnikarma, Ayurvedic Cautery TreatmentAbstract
Background: Low back pain and sciatica is major cause of morbidity throughout the world. Pain and distribution of pain in sciatica is lumbar or sacral roots which arises from lumbar spine. All the Acharyas have explained Gridhrasi as one of the Vatavyadhi. Acharya Sushruta explained Gridhrasi as Vriddhita Vata which is invading the kandaras of the Parshni and Anguli(ankles and toes) produces ksepa (pain and inability to extend) in the thighs, this diseases known as Gridhrasi. By looking in to the above symptoms said by Acharya’s it becomes clear that Acharya’s explained the disease which can be correlated to Sciatica. Even though many studies have been done for this disease but it is still relevant to explore other treatment modalities. Aims: To review the articles published on Management of Gridhrasi through the Agnikarma on online portals for further research and improvising the healthcare practice. Methods and Materials: The articles are screened from Google Scholar, PubMed and other online published articles from all the years. The terms used for the search are Gridhrasi, Agnikarma, Sciatica. Conclusion: Gridhrasi can be treated by Agnikarma, which may be cured completely or in some subjects at least moderate relief can be achieved.
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