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BRIDGING ANCIENT WISDOM AND MODERN SCIENCE ANATOMICAL CORRELATION OF ANTARA KANDARA SIRA WITH THE GREAT SAPHENOUS VEIN IN THE MANAGEMENT OF GRIDHRASI

*Dr. Samadhan M. Patil and Dr. Rahul S. Suryavanshi

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Background: Antara Kandara Sira is a pivotal anatomical and therapeutic concept in Ayurveda, integral to practices such as Siravyadha (therapeutic bloodletting) for conditions like Gridhrasi (sciatica). This review aims to elucidate the Ayurvedic understanding of Antara Kandara Sira and its clinical significance, while establishing its correlation with modern anatomical structures, particularly the great saphenous vein. Aim: This study critically examines the classical Ayurvedic literature on Antara Kandara Sira, and correlating it with contemporary anatomical findings. Objectives: The objectives include analyzing classical texts to understand the concept of Antara Kandara Sira, exploring its functional and structural aspects, and correlating it with the great saphenous vein based on anatomical evidence. Methods: A systematic review of classical Ayurvedic texts, peerreviewed articles, and anatomical research was conducted to gather comprehensive insights into the concept of Antara Kandara Sira. Results: The review reveals that Antara Kandara Sira is described as a deep-seated neurovascular structure in the ankle region, crucial for therapeutic bloodletting. Modern anatomical studies indicate that it closely corresponds to the great saphenous vein, which is accessible and significant for venesection in clinical practice. The findings highlight the advanced anatomical knowledge of ancient Ayurvedic physicians and the relevance of traditional practices in contemporary medicine. Conclusion: Antara Kandara Sira represents a sophisticated understanding of vascular anatomy in Ayurveda, with significant implications for integrative approaches to treatment. The correlation with the great saphenous vein underscores the potential for enhancing clinical practices through the integration of traditional and modern medical knowledge.

Keywords: Antara Kandara Sira, Ayurveda, great saphenous vein, Siravyadha, Gridhrasi, anatomical correlation, integrative medicine.