VATAKANTAKA W.S.R PLANTAR FASCITIS – REVIEW ARTICLE
Dr. Shanmukhappa V. Irannanavar*, Dr. Sachin N. Patil and Dr. Rashmi V.
ABSTRACT
Plantar Fasciitis or Vatakantaka in Ayurveda is a condition which is known by pain in feet, more specifically in the heel. It is a clinical condition, as patients classically presents with pain that is particularly more with the first few steps in the morning. Ayurveda explains the condition as Vatakantaka, resulting due to the prakopa of Kapha-Vata Doshas. Although it is a self-limiting condition; however, due to the severity of pain, medical attention is sought. Symptoms will relieve if the risk factors are adjusted and multiple treatment modalities are started as early as possible. Ayurveda clearly mentioned this condition as treatable. This journal reviews Vatakantaka w.s.r to PlantarFasciitis; presents the most effective treatment options.
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