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September 5, 2025Open Access

Ayurvedic Management of Vipadika (Palmoplantar Psoriasis) with Internal and External Snehana: A Case Report

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The management of vipadika led to significant improvement in the symptoms of dryness and cracking on the soles.
The patient, diagnosed with vipadika, experienced pain and bleeding, which were alleviated through treatment.
Snehana therapy included both internal and external applications, targeting skin disorders and reducing discomfort.
This case highlights the effectiveness of ayurvedic treatments for managing palmoplantar psoriasis like conditions.

Abstract

In Ayurveda all the skin diseases have been classified under the topic Kushtha (skin disorders). Acharyas have further classified Kushtha Roga into Maha Kushtha and Kshudra Kushtha. Vipadika is one of the Kshudra Kushtha which is characterized by “Panipada Sphutana and “Teevra Vedana”. The present case report talks about the patient who came to Government Ayurveda College and Hospital, Varanasi with the complaint of dryness, itching and cracks on the bilateral sole associated with pain and bleeding and was diagnosed with Vipadika.

Ayurvedic Management of Vipadika (Palmoplantar Psoriasis) with Internal and External Snehana: A Case Report

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