Unani Therapy

Leech Therapy (Hirudotherapy)

Unani Medicine — Purification & Therapeutic Hirudotherapy

Overview & Clinical Mechanism

Leech Therapy (Hirudotherapy) is a time-honoured Unani medical practice with a rich scientific basis. Medicinal leeches (Hirudo medicinalis) secrete a complex of bioactive compounds in their saliva — including hirudin (a natural anticoagulant), hyaluronidase (improves tissue permeability), and various anti-inflammatory enzymes. These compounds are released directly into the patient's tissue, producing localised anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and circulatory benefits.

All leeches are pharmaceutical-grade, single-use, and safely disposed after each session.

Medical Supervisor: Dr. Hina Anjum Afsar — B.U.M.S, M.D(A.M), FMC, D.PHARM

Key Benefits

Powerful anti-inflammatory bioactive enzymes (hirudin)
Reduces localised congestion and venous stasis
Pain relief through natural analgesic compounds
Effective for joint inflammation and arthritis
Improves microcirculation in the treated area
Single-use pharmaceutical-grade leeches — zero infection risk

Conditions Treated & Indications

Osteoarthritis & joint congestion Varicose veins Skin disorders: eczema, psoriasis patches Haematomas & bruising Hypertension Unani-indicated blood purification conditions

Safety & Contraindications

Please inform our physician before treatment if any of the following apply to you:

Anaemia (haemoglobin below 10 g/dL)
Blood thinning medications
Allergy to leech saliva proteins
Arterial disease in treatment area
Pregnancy