Shalaya Tantra (Surgery)

The Department of Shalya Tantra at NRI Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences & Arnav Hospital specializes in Ayurvedic surgery while providing a solid foundation in modern surgical principles. Key areas of expertise include bone setting, the use of Ksharasutra (medicated thread) for managing hemorrhoids and fistula-in-ano, leech therapy for treating wounds, and Ayurvedic management of cuts and injuries.

As a recognized tertiary care center for Ayurvedic surgery, the department has garnered attention both locally and internationally. It has become a preferred choice for postgraduate and Ph.D. candidates due to its outstanding integration of modern surgical tools and techniques with Ayurvedic traditions. This blend of ancient wisdom and modern advancements allows the department to continuously push the boundaries of Ayurvedic surgery.

With a team of highly skilled faculty and renowned professors, the department offers exceptional surgical and para-surgical care, including Raktamokshana (bloodletting), Agnikarma (therapeutic cauterization), and Ksharkarma (caustic therapy). These treatments are delivered through cutting-edge facilities, solidifying the department's reputation as a center of excellence in Ayurvedic surgery.

The Shalya Tantra department also envisions itself as a leader in Ayurvedic surgical innovations. It operates specialized outpatient departments (OPDs) for conditions such as ano-rectal diseases (Guda Roga OPD), general surgery (Samanya Shalya OPD), and sports and orthopedic injuries (Asthi-Sandhi-Marma Roga OPD). Equipped with state-of-the-art operation theatres and simulation labs, the department provides hands-on training, ensuring that students gain valuable insights into patient care and surgical procedures.<
br> Since its inception, the department has continually upgraded its facilities, incorporating new technologies to enhance patient care. Its comprehensive training programs for postgraduate and Ph.D. students, combined with expert guidance and advanced research tools, produce confident and competitive Ayurvedic surgeons. Research efforts within the department contribute to better management of post-surgical issues such as pain and infection, making it a leader in patient-centered Ayurvedic care.

Specialized Ayurvedic Surgical Procedures: Expertise in treating conditions requiring surgical intervention, such as renal stones and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Ksharasutra and Ksharkarma: Utilized for ano-rectal diseases, including piles, fistulas, fissures, pilonidal sinus, and genital warts.

Agnikarma: Therapeutic cauterization for excising skin lesions, treating osteoarthritis, sciatica, calcaneal spurs, and managing pain.

Leech Therapy (Jalauka Avcharana): Applied for inflammatory skin conditions (e.g., acne vulgaris) and soft tissue abscesses.

Raktamokshana (Bloodletting): Used to treat conditions caused by impure blood, including skin diseases, varicose veins, and non-healing ulcers such as venous and diabetic ulcers.

The department's continual focus on research, innovation, and high-quality education enables it to provide exceptional Ayurvedic surgical care while producing the next generation of skilled Ayurvedic surgeons.