Management of Vipadika (Palmoplantar Psoriasis) with Ayurveda - A Case Study

Abstract

Vipadika is explained under the context of Kshudra Kushta. The symptoms are correlated with palmoplantar psoriasis. Vatakaphadosha predominantly involved in this disease. It is characterized by Panipadasphutana and Teevravedana. Here is a case of 8 year old child with history of cracks in foot with pealing and discoloration, pain, itching and occasional bleeding since 3 years. Patient was treated with Vatakaphahara treatment with Sneha and Sweda and Veshtana Chikitsa for 1 week and Shamana Oushadis for 15 days. Patient had good relief in symptoms.