DEPARTMENT OF SHALYA TANTRA
About the Department
“Shalyatantra” is a branch of Ayurveda, the traditional system of Indian medicine, that deals with surgery. It’s one of the eight classical divisions of Ayurveda (Ashtanga Ayurveda) and is considered the ancient Indian equivalent of modern surgical practices. This Department integrates classical Ayurvedic surgical knowledge with modern surgical principles.
Our department specializes in the diagnosis and surgical management of various conditions, including anorectal disorders, non-healing wounds, ulcers, abscesses, urinary calculi, and more, using both para-surgical procedures and operative techniques.
Vision
To preserve, promote, and modernize the rich surgical heritage of Ayurveda, making it accessible and applicable in today’s healthcare system.
Key Aspects of the Department
This department focuses on surgical treatment, wound management, trauma care, abscesses, tumors, fractures, anorectal disorders (like piles, fistula), and urogenital conditions.
It includes minor and major surgical techniques such as Ksharasutra therapy, Agni karma (cauterization), Raktamokshana (bloodletting), and application of leeches (Jalaukavacharana).
Services Offered
Ksharasutra for Bhagandara (Fistula-in-Ano)
Agnikarma for musculoskeletal conditions.
Jalaukavacharana (Leech Therapy)
Minor surgical procedures (incision, excision, drainage)
Wound care & management.
Anorectal clinic.
Urological interventions (stones, prostate issues)
Free Health camps on Ano rectal disorders, wound care and urological disorders etc.
Infrastructure for Shalya Tantra Department in a Hospital
1. Physical Infrastructure
Operation Theater (OT)
Equipped for minor and major surgical procedures.
Sterile environment with laminar airflow.
Traditional Ayurvedic surgical tools like Shastra and Anushastra, along with modern surgical instruments.
Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Wards
Beds with monitoring facilities.
Ayurvedic therapies and medications for pre-op and post-op care (e.g., Raktamokshana, Ksharasutra therapy)
Ksharasutra Therapy Unit.
Special treatment room for anorectal diseases.
Minor OT / Procedure Rooms.
For outpatient-based procedures like abscess drainage, wound debridement, leech therapy (Jalaukavacharana).
Sterilization Unit.
Autoclaves and Ayurvedic disinfection methods.
Separate space for sterilizing instruments and dressing materials.
