Abstract

MANAGEMENT OF VATAKANTAKA THROUGH AGNIKARMA W.S.R TO PLANTAR FASCIITIS -A CASE STUDY

Kirti J. Kotgire* and Vaishali H. Wankhade

ABSTRACT

On the basis of clinical features pain and stiffness seen in the plantar fasciitis. It can be correlated with Vatakantaka. Planter fasciitis is an inflammation of the thick band of the tissue. Pain generally in the heel and bottom of the foot. It is the condition name derived from the plantar fascia, Which is thick tendon That connects Your heel and your toes. Causes of plantar fasciitis are long period of standing increase in exercise and obesity. due to long period of standing straining of ligament. Repeated strain causes tiny tear in the ligament leading to pain and swelling pain is usually unilateral and sharp in nature. According to modern treatment conservative management is given in the form of NSAIDs, steroid, steroid injections etc. All these treatment or management are temporary relief and sometimes it shows side effects. In ayurveda management in such cases Can give complete cure without recurrence.

Keywords: Vatakantaka, plantar fasciitis, Agnikarma, Panchdhatushalaka.