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In Ayurveda Vatavyadhis is a group of diseases manifested by dhatu kshaya or margavarana and those are classified according to hetu, sthana and lakshana. In the classification of dhatukshayajanya vatavyadhis, many degenerative conditions are considered. Cervical spondylosis can be considered one among them and can be compared with 'Manyastambha". Manyastambha is one of the Vata Vyadhis mentioned in Vata Nanatmaja Vyadhi. According to Sushruta Nidana Sthana the Vata covered by Kapha is caused by day sleep, sitting and standing (in fixed position), and constantly gazing upward these are some of the important Nidanas of Manyastambha. Ruksha and Stambha (pain and stiffness) are the sign and symptoms mentioned in our text. Abhyanga, other Ayurvedic treatments, particularly Panchakarma, can aid in successful management. Agnikarma is a time-tested ancient treatment modality, practiced in India for more than three thousand years. The procedure primarily involves a topical application of controlled heated rod of specific qualities to treat various kind of diseases and or disorders. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES- To explain the role of Agnikarma through Swarna Shalaka enumerated in ancient Ayurvedic texts which will be beneficial in management of Manyastambha. MATERIALS AND METHODS- As the study is a review study, the available literature Samhitas and other books are searched for the disease and analyzed to get a comprehensive concept in the management of Manyastambh. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION- Agnikarma through Swarna Shalaka shows effective results in curing the cervical spondylosis