EFFICACY OF JALAUKAVACHARNA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF SIRAJGRANTHI W.S.R. TO VARICOSE VEINS: A CASE STUDY

Introduction: Varicose veins are dilated, tortuous, and elongated veins in the legs, characterized by the reversal of blood flow due to faulty valves. This condition results in permanently elongated and dilated veins with a tortuous path, leading to pathological circulation. Varicose Veins in Ayurveda are clinically correlated with Sirajgranthi. Conventional treatments often have limited efficacy and significant side effects, demanding alternative therapies, even surgical procedures. Jalaukavacharna in Panchakarma under Raktamokshana is a classical therapy indicated in the management of Sirajgranthi. Clinical Findings: A 53-year-old male presented with pain in the medial side of the calf region on the left side, tortuosity of veins on both legs, more on the left than on the right side, mild swelling, mild itching and mild skin pigmentation.