Case Report: Management of Calcaneal Spur with Agni Karma

Authors

  • Dr. Poonam Verma
  • Ms. Rajni Rani

Keywords:

Calcaneal Spur, Vatakantaka, Agni Karma, Ayurveda, Heel Pain

Abstract

Calcaneal spur, also known as heel spur or Vatakantaka in Ayurveda, is a painful condition characterized by bony outgrowth at the calcaneal tuberosity. Conventional treatments include analgesics, corticosteroid injections, physiotherapy, or surgery. In Ayurveda, Agni Karma (therapeutic cauterization) is an effective para-surgical procedure for chronic pain disorders. This case report highlights the successful management of calcaneal spur using Agni Karma therapy.

Author Biographies

  • Dr. Poonam Verma

    Assistant Professor, Department of ShalyaTantra, Desh Bhagat Ayurvedic College and Hospital Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab-147301

  • Ms. Rajni Rani

    Assistant Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Desh Bhagat Ayurvedic College and Hospital Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab-147301

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Published

2026-01-01

Issue

Volume 2 Issue 4 October-December 2025

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Case Report: Management of Calcaneal Spur with Agni Karma. (2026). The Quintessential, 19-21. https://thequintessential.co.in/index.php/files/article/view/287