“MANAGEMENT OF RENAL CALCULI (ASHMARI) USING AYURVEDIC SHAMAN CHIKITSA: A CASE STUDY”

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Department of Kayachikitsa, Shri Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Nagpur, Maharashtra.
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Date of Acceptance : 31 Mar 2026

Date of Publication : 31 Mar 2026

Article ID : SD-IJAY_168

How to cite this article : http://doi.org/10.55552/SDNJAY.2026.4109

Abstract

Ashmari is a notable disorder of the Mutravaha Srotas, described extensively in classical Ayurvedic literature, and corresponds clinically to urolithiasis in modern medicine. It is recognized as one of the Ashta Mahagada due to its severe pain, high recurrence rate, and potential for serious complications.¹ Mutrashmari (renal calculi or kidney stones) is also categorized as a Kaphapradhan Tridoshaja Vyadhi, with symptomatic urolithiasis affecting approximately 10% of men and 5% of women.² Conventional medical treatments are often costly, and recurrence remains a concern, emphasizing the need for safe, accessible, and affordable therapeutic options. While surgical interventions are commonly employed for kidney stones, they carry inherent risks. Ayurveda offers a detailed understanding of Ashmari and provides effective non-invasive approaches, including herbal formulations and lifestyle modifications, which can serve as a safe and practical alternative for both management and prevention.³

Keywords: Ayurveda;Ashmari; Mutravaha Srotas; Renal calculi; Urolithiasis