Ayurveda,
an ancient Indian science for healthy living
and treatment of diseases. The
origin
of Ayurveda is believed from
Vedas,
the oldest available religious teachings of
the world. Vedas are the
ancient books
of knowledge, which contains practical
and scientific information on human health,
philosophy, engineering, astrology etc. Ayurveda
is a holistic healing science which comprises
of two words,
Ayu (our lifespan
) and
Veda (the knowledge or
science). In simple words
Ayurveda is
the science of life.
According to Ayurveda life, is a combination
of senses, mind, body and soul. Ayurveda practises
the theory of balance in
all the senses and gives us knowledge that,
for a healthy leaving there should be a good
balance in spiritual, mental and social health.
The aim of Ayurveda is to give complete health
and not just getting free from physical diseases.
Ayurveda aims at having a happy, healthy and
peaceful society. Ayurveda helps us in understanding
about diet, daily routine, life-style, actions
and activities we should follow for being
healthy. Ayurveda describes what actions,
activities, foods etc. are good or bad for
life. As long as we can maintain this balance
one remains healthy and when there is imbalance
you will surely get diseases, unhappiness
and misery.
Ayurvedic in the only disease treatment method
which dosent have any side effect on your
body during the treatment.. It is to remove
the root cause and give permanent relief.
All Ayurvedic medcines are prepared from natural
herbs, plants, oils and minerals. Panch
Karma therapy is a very popularly
used therapy for the treatment of various
diseases. Please see the details below on
various types of treatment therapy.
Principle of Ayurveda
According to Ayurveda, each living organism
is made up of
five primary elements,
these are the
Earth, Fire, Water, Air
and Ether (Space). These all five elements
are available in our body. So any ibmalance
in these elements in the environment around
us will create imbalance in our body. In the
language of Ayurveda this imbalance is called
Dosha. As we are a composite
of these five primary elements, certain elements
are seen to have an ability to combine to create
various physiological functions.
Ether
and air combine to form what is known
in Ayurveda as the
Vata dosha.
Vata governs the principle of movement and therefore
can be seen as the force which directs nerve
impulses, circulation, respiration, and elimination.
Fire and water are the elements
that combine to form the
Pitta dosha.
The Pitta dosha is the process of transf ormation
or metabolism. The transformation of foods into
nutrients that our bodies can assimilate is
an example of a pitta function. Pitta is also
responsible for metabolism in the organ and
tissue systems as well as cellular metabolism.
Finally, it is pr edominantly the
water
and earth elements which combine to
form the
Kapha dosha. Kapha
is what is responsible for growth, adding structure
unit by unit. Another function of the Kapha
dosha is to offer protection. Cerebral-sp inal
fluid protects the brain and spinal column and
is a type of Kapha found in the body. Also,
the mucousal lining of the stomach is another
example of the Kapha dosha protecting the tissues.
We are all made up of unique proportions of
Vata, Pitta and Kapha. These
ratios of the doshas vary in each individual;
and because of these differences, Ayurveda believes
that this difference is the route of our diversity.
Ayurveda gives us a model to look at each
individual as a unique makeup of the three
doshas and to thereby design treatment protocols
that specifically address a persons health
challenges. When any of the doshas (Vata,
Pitta or Kapha) become accumulated. Ayurveda
will suggest specific lifestyle and nutritional
guidelines to assist the individual in reducing
the dosha that has become excessive. We may
also suggest certain herbal supplemen to hasten
the healing process. If toxins in the body
are abundant, then a cleansing process known
as Pancha Karma is recommended to eliminate
these unwanted toxins.
Ayurveda is also known as Asthanga
(Eight Branches) Veda (the knowledge or science).
These eight branches of Ayurveda
are described as follows :
| 1. Kaya
Chikilsa - General Medicine |
5. Shalya
Tantra - General Surgery |
| 2. Kaumara
Britya - Pediatrics |
6. Agada Tantra
- Toxicology |
3. Graha Chikilsa
- Psychiatry and psycho
somatic
diseases |
7. Rasayana Chikilsa
- Rejuvenation Therapy |
4. Shalakya Tantra
- Diseases of eye, ear,
head, nose,
throat and its surgery |
8. Vajeekarana Chikilsa
- Aphrodisiac Therapy |
The objectives of Ayurveda is to establish
prime health in every living being, physically,
mentally and spiritually. The basic concepts
and fundamental principles aim at establishing
such a condition through correct and thorough
knowledge of healthy living. Ayurveda states
wrong behavior and food habits disturbs the
harmony and lead to diseases. The basic principles
of treatment in Ayurveda is to eliminate the
internal disease causing factors of diseases.
Key Therapies in
Ayurveda
Synchorised Massage : This
is subjecting the body with comfortable strokes
along with the application of medicated oils.
This therapy comforts the person, improves blood
circulation, prevents absorption of inflammatory
exudations, removes obesity and pain in the
body, relieves fatigue and promotes development
of muscles.
Steam Bath : It is procedure
by which the person is made to perspire by
the application of medicated steam all over
the body, except the head. Indicated for neurological
aliments, rheumatism, pain all over the body,
stiffness of back, arthritis, skin diseases
etc.
Njavarakizhi : By
this procedure, the whole body or a particular
part there of is made to sweat by the gentle
massage with medical puddings as boluses tied
up in Muslin bag. This is applied for two
or four masseurs for about 60 to 90 minutes
per day for a period of 14 days. Indicated
for neurological diseases, rheumatism, arthritis,
emaciation of limbs, high blood pressure,
cholesterol, and certain kinds of skin diseases.
Pizhichil : It is a suedation
therapy done by pouring warm medicated oil
over the body from a particular height with
a regular speed of flow for about 60 to 90
minutes per day for a period of 07 to 21 days.
This is effective in paralysis, hemiplegia,
arthritis, stiffness of limbs, Sexual weakness,
nervous weakness, spastic conditions. It is
also a rejuvenation therapy.
Sirodhara : It is a process
by which medicated oil, milk etc. are poured
in a continuous stream in the forehead. Indicated
for neurological diseases, insomnia, depression,
chronic head aches, sleeplessness and burning
sensation in the head.
Udwarthanam : It is deep
dry massage using herbal powders for about
30 to 45 minutes daily for a period of 14
to 28 days. This reduces obesity, imparts
mobility to joints, strengthens muscles and
refreshes the body.
Sirovasthi : This is a treatment
for brain strength. In this, a cap, made up
of flexible leather will be fixed on the head
and slightly warm oil will be poured inside
for about 15 to 60 minutes per day according
to the patients conditions for a period of
07 days. The treatment is highly effective
for facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils,
mouth and throat, severe headaches and other
vatha originated diseases.
Kadidhara : It is a sedation
therapy done by pouring warm liquid extract
of cooked fermented grains over the body with
nozzled pitcher. This is effective in all
rheumatic complaints especially in rheumatoid
arthritis.
Dhara (Thakra Dhara and Ksheera Dhara)
: Herbal oils, Medicated milk, Medicated
butter milk etc., are poured on the forehead
in a special method for about 45 minutes in
a day for a period of 07 to 21 days. This
treatment is mainly for insomnia, vatha predominated
diseases, mental tension and certain skin
diseases.
Kizhi : Herbal leaves and herbs
or herbal powders are applied to the whole body
in blouses with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes
per day for a period of 07 to 14 days. Recommended
for Osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling,
spondilosis etc.
Tharpanam : Pouring medicated
ghee on eyes for improving eyesight.
Choornaswedam : In this
procedure, the whole body is made to sweat
by massaging with herbal powder as boluses
tied in cloth. Indicated for neurological
disorders, rheumatism and arthritis.
Vasthi : Herbal oils, herbal
extracts etc., are applied through the rectum
daily for a period of 5 to 25 days. The treatment
is for arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness,
gastric complaints associated with rheumatism
and constant constipation.
Nasyam : Herbal juices,
medicated oils etc., are applied through nose
for 07 to 14 days. This treatment is highly
effective for certain kinds of headaches,
paralysis, mental disorders, some type of
skin diseases etc.
Snehapanan : Medicated Ghee
is given internally in a proportionally increased
quantity for a period of 08 to 12 days. This
treatment is for Osteoarthritis, psoriasis,
lukaemia etc.
Yoni Prakashalanam : Herbal
oils and decoctions are applied through the
vaginal route. This treatment is good for
gynecological disorders. It is also a purification
process for genital organs.
Kativasthi : Specially prepared
warm medicated oil is kept over the lower
back with herbal paste boundary. This treatment
is good for any type of back pain and spinal
disorders. The treatment lasts for 45 mins
to 01 hr.
Abhyangam : Special type
of Oil Massage in which strokes are given
according to the diseases for 45 minutes per
day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful
for obesity, especially for diabetic gangrene
etc.
Urovasthi : Warm medicated
oil is kept over the chest for 45 minutes.
This is an effective treatment for Asthma,
other respiratory problems, heart diseases
and muscular chest pain.
Ksheeradhomam : This is
fomentation with medicated cow milk. This
treatment is good for facial paralysis, Bell's
palsy, speech disorders and other nervous
disorders of the face.
Lepanam : Medicated herbal
paste is applied on the affected part. This
is useful for various types of inflammatory
conditions.
Thalam : Special powder
mixed with medicated oil applying on the top
of the head for 20 to 45 mins. This treatment
is helpful for insomnia, migraine etc..
India Ayurveda Packages
: We are pleased to give below details
of some popular Ayurveda Packages. However special
treatment packages can be designed according
to the client requirement :
Rejuvenation Therapy ( Rasayana
Chikilsa )
Duration : 1hrs and 30 minutes
daily for 7 or 14 days.
Process : This is complete
rejuvenation therapy comprising of synchronized
special massage. Herbal steam bath, Njavarakizhi
etc. This carefully planned health program
is directed towards improving vigor and vitality.
It will also go a long way to tone up the
skin and improve complexion. That is, it is
a return to the eternal youth.
Body Immunization or Longevity Treatment
(Kayakalpa Chikilsa)
Duration : 1 hrs and 30
minutes daily for 7 or 14 days
Process : This is a complete
immunization therapy comprising of the relevant
rejuvenation therapy and panchakarma therapy,
which changes person to person. The Ayurveda
doctor in the centre will suggest the suitable
program. This carefully planned health program
is directed towards strengthening the immunize
system in order to achieve ideal health and
prevent seasonal diseases.
Body Seudation
Duration : 1 hrs daily for
7 days
Process : This package comprises
synchronized massage and Herbal steam bath.
This is meant for improving physical consistency,
better eye sight, inducing sound sleep, reduces
high blood pressure, elimination of impurities
in the system. It improves the complexion
and texture of the skin and provides shinning
and softness to the skin
Body Slimming
Duration : 1 hrs daily for
7 days
Process : This package is
deep dry massage using herbal powders. This
reduces obesity, imparts mobility to joints,
strengthens muscles and refreshes the body.
Panchakarma
Duration : 2 hrs daily for 7 and
for more better effects for 14 days
Process : The package contains
the famous panchakarma (5 therapies) and some
of the sub therapies. We call it the completeness
as it is a total and integrated health pack
meant for both the healthy and sick. This
is indicated in diseases like paralysis, arthritis,
rheumatism, skin diseases and mental disorders
the five fold purification therapy (Panchakarma)
is employed. This includes medicated oil enema
(Snehavasti) decoction enema (Kashayavasti),
purgation with medicines (Virechana), induced
vomiting with medicines (Vamana) and nasal
medication (Nasya). Panchakarma is a prerequisite
of Rasayana therapy (formal rejuvenation therapy)
and also is useful is cases of subfertility
and impotence.
Vamana : This
is induced vomiting and is done by giving
emetic drugs orally along with a large quantity
of liquids. The subject is allowed to vomit
all contents of stomach. Indicated for bronchial
asthma, cough, psoriasis, epilepsy, anaemia,
insanity etc.
Virechana (Purgation) :
It is done by oral administration
of purgative drugs. Indicated for skin diseases,
urinary disorders, fistula in ano, flatulence,
anaemia, stomatitis, insanity, arthritis etc.
Snehavasthi (Oil enema) : This
is a special enema where the main ingredient
is a medicated oil.
Kashays Vasthi (Special enema) :
It is a enema with medicated mixtures.
Indicated in rheumatism, arthritis, low back
pain, sciatica, fistula in ano, flatulence,
pain in hip joints, hemiplegia etc.
Nasya (Errhines) : This
is done by administering medicines generally
medicated oil into the nostrils. Indicated
in headache, bronchial asthma, neuralgia,
ear ache, sinusitis, facial paralysis etc.
