Significance of Agnikarma
Agnikarma, a significant treatment modality in Ayurveda, involves the therapeutic use of heat, often through thermal cautery. It's utilized for pain management, inflammation reduction, and tissue healing in various conditions, including joint disorders, hemorrhoids, and skin ailments. This para-surgical procedure is considered effective due to its quick action and long-lasting effects, particularly for Vata and Kapha imbalances. Agnikarma is recognized as a superior method, especially for conditions where recurrence is a concern, and is considered a valuable part of Ayurvedic treatment protocols.
In Dutch: Agnikarma; In Finnish: Agnikarma; In Spanish: Arma Agrícola
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Hindu concept of 'Agnikarma'
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) This procedure was performed in one case, leading to a reduction in pain in the lower back region radiating to the left lower limb.[1] (2) Cauterization, in the context of which Acharya Sushruta described Dagdha Vrana in the text.[2] (3) In dealing with the treatment of Gridhrasi, Bheshaja, Snehana, Swedana, Siravedha, Agnikarma and Basti are used.[3] (4) Agni Karma involves Dahan Karma with Guda Amsa Sandhi Madhya, used as part of the treatment plan for managing Ababahuka, according to Ayurvedic practices.[4] (5) Agnikarma is a para surgical treatment modality, also known as thermal cautery, used in the study and compared with Siravyadha to assess its clinical effects in managing Snayugata Vata affecting the elbow joint, vis-a-vis Tennis elbow.[5]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) It is a commonly practiced procedure and a treatment where heat is applied to the affected area by various dravyas. It is a para-surgical procedure.[6] (2) It is an ayurvedic thermal cauterization technique helpful in treating various specific and non-specific pain conditions.[7] (3) It is a heat-based Ayurvedic parasurgical technique offering relief when other treatments fail. It involves using materials to cauterize specific body parts for illness conditions.[8] (4) A therapeutic heat burn that instantly relieves pain by balancing the local Vata and Kapha Dosha without causing any negative side effects, according to the text.[9] (5) The knowledge of Marma is very important in prevention of complications during the procedures of this.[10]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana
(1) The practice of cauterizing ulcers with fire, particularly in severe cases.[11]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) Of the six sorts of directors used in connection with the process of cauterisation (Agni-Karma) three are mouthed like the Jamboline fruit, while the other three are faced like a mace or a spear (Ankusha).[12]