Abstract

THERAPEUTIC IMPACT OF CUPPING THERAPY (ALABU KARMA AND PRACHCHHANA KARMA) ON ACUTE AND CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN MANAGEMENT

Dr. Bhaveshwari S. Mahale* and Dr. Sandeep G. Mane

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Abstract

Cupping therapy, an ancient and cost-effective treatment, remains a widely utilized therapeutic method with limited scientific understanding of its mechanisms. This therapy is categorized into two main types: wet cupping and dry cupping. Wet cupping, in particular, has demonstrated effectiveness in treating various conditions such as low back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, hypertension, migraines, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fibromyalgia. The underlying medical theory supporting cupping's efficacy, referred to as the "TAIBAH THEORY," sheds light on its potential to alleviate pain through mechanisms yet to be fully explored. This article focuses on the application of cupping therapy in the management of both acute and chronic low back pain, drawing parallels between cupping procedures and traditional Ayurvedic bloodletting techniques, such as Raktamokshana, which includes Alabu Karma and Prachchhana Karma.

Keywords: Panchkarma, Siravedha, alaboo, jalaukavaacharana, prachchhana.