Raktamoksha-Blood Letting
Raktamoksha stands for blood-letting. This procedure involves inducing controlled bleeding from specific areas of the body. This is done using various procedures mentioned in Ayurveda like leech therapy, cupping or using small incisions.
Dosha targeted: RAKTA and PITTA
Diseases indicated
- Acne vulgaris
- Migraine
- Rheumatic arthritis
- Non-healing ulcers
- Varicose veins
- Gout
- Eczema
- Osteoarthritis
- Diabetic wounds
- Alopecia
Info
Due to legal restrictions, blood-letting is not practiced in Australia by Ayurvedic practitioners.