Clinical Study Of Ksharaplota In The Management Of Pramehajanya Dushtavrana (Diabetic Foot Ulcer)

Authors

  • Dr. Anantkumar V Shekokar
  • Dr. Kanchan A Shekokar
  • Dr. Bhagwat Rathod
  • Dr. Sushant Mudabe

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.69980/ajpr.v28i5.783

Keywords:

Ksharaplota, Apamarga Kshara, Pramehajanya Dushta Vrana, Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Ayurveda

Abstract

Pramehajanya Dushta Vrana, correlated with Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU), is one of the most challenging chronic wound conditions due to microangiopathy, neuropathy, and reduced immune response. Ayurveda describes several treatment modalities for Dushta Vrana, among which Ksharaplota—a specialized caustic alkali-based wound application—holds significant therapeutic value. This review explores the Ayurvedic principles, mode of action, pharmacological properties, clinical relevance, and contemporary evidence supporting the use of Ksharaplota in the management of diabetic foot ulcers.

Author Biographies

Dr. Anantkumar V Shekokar

B.A.M.S. M.S. PhD (Dept of shalyatantra), S.V.N.H Ayurved Mahavidyalaya Rahuri factory, Taluka- Rahuri, Dist- Ahilyanagar

Dr. Kanchan A Shekokar

B.A.M.S. M.S. PhD (Dept of shalyatantra), S.V.N.H Ayurved Mahavidyalaya Rahuri factory, Taluka- Rahuri, Dist- Ahilyanagar

Dr. Bhagwat Rathod

PG Scholar, Dept of shalyatantra, S.V.N.H Ayurved Mahavidyalaya Rahuri factory, Taluka- Rahuri, Dist- Ahilyanagar

Dr. Sushant Mudabe

PG Scholar, Dept of shalyatantra, S.V.N.H Ayurved Mahavidyalaya Rahuri factory, Taluka- Rahuri, Dist- Ahilyanagar

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2025-12-22

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Vol. 28 No. 5 (2025): American Journal of Psychiatric Rehabilitation

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