Efficacy Of Ghrita Yavakshara Lepa & Sarjadi Lepa Followed by Siravyadha In The Management Of Padadari – A Clinico Comparative Study

Abstract

Rhagades/cracked heels are common foot problem that are often referred to as heel  fissures. Padadari is now days considered as one of the major cosmetic health problem affecting both sex.  Acharya Sushruta has explained Padadari briefly under kshudra roga. Its major incidence is seen in dry  skinned people who cover long distances daily often without proper foot care. It directly affects routine of  an individual. The present study objectives are to evaluate the efficacy of Siravedhana followed by Gritha  Yavakshara lepa and Sarjadi Lepa in the management of padadari. In this trial, total 60 cases were studied  into two groups as ‘A’ and ‘B’ each group consisting of 30 patients, Group A patients was advised  Siravedhana followed by application of Grithayavakshara lepa and Group B patients was advised  Siravedhana followed by application of Sarjadi lepa. After the study it is revealed that overall response in  both the groups are comparatively same.