Review of Literature: Detail explanation of Raktamokshana in Shiroroga
Corresponding Author:Kalpana Shamrao Wakode
Shira is considered to be the Uttamanga of body because it is the sthan of prana and Indriyas. All three doshas were located in the head, with the predominance of kapha dosha. It is one of the three major Marmas. Acharya Sushruta mentiones 11 types of Shiro Rogas. According to WHO, headache is one among the five most common clinical disorder worldwide.A higher prevalence of headaches is mainly associated with greater social and economic stress and family burden. Analgesics, specific anti-migraine medications,and anti-emetics are use to treat headache. Panchkarma is an integral part of Ayurveda. Among the panchkarma, Raktamokshana is considered the best and specific procedure. Raktamokshana- Rakta and Pitta vitiated in the head; therefore, Raktamokshana is indicated, particularly in rough scalp, scalp hardness, dark pigmentation of the scalp, hair loss, eczema of the face and scalp, and Rakta (Blood) vitiated disorders. These Shodhana therapies act on the root sites of vitiated Dosha, removing dosha from the body. Raktamokshana is a unique para-surgical measure indicated in various diseases caused by Rakta and Pitta. According to our ancient literature, the kshaya and vriddhi of dhatus depend on the rakta. It is the pillar of the entire body.
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How to Cite
Wakode, K. S. & Sanap, D. S. S. (2025). Review of Literature: Detail explanation of Raktamokshana in Shiroroga. International Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine, 15(5). https://doi.org/10.47191/ijahm/v15i5.06
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