u Panchakarma- Five in One

Panchakarma is a supreme healing and rejuvenation program in  Ayurveda. A Five Fold treatment for mental and physical well being , Panchakarma tones up the body, organs, mind, breath, nerves and purifies the blood. According to the patients’ condition and disease, the treatments range from 7 to 42 days

Five therapeutic procedures include:
 

1. Vamana

Vamana is the excretion of Doshas through the mouth by administration of emetic drugs. This is the best therapy for vitiation of Kapha.

2. Virechana

This is the excretion of Doshas through the anus by the administration of laxatives and purgatives. This is a specific process for elimination of Pitta-dosha.

3. Vasthi

This is the purifying process in which suitable medicated decoction mixed with honey, salt, oil and a paste of certain drugs or medicated oil alone is filled into a bladder and pushed up into the anus through a nozzle. It is called kashaya-vasti when an admixture of decoction and other drugs is used and Anuwasana-vasti or Sneha-vasti when medicated oil alone is used. The term Uttara- vasti refers to the administration of drugs through the penis or vagina. This is a delicate process, done with extreme care after taking all necessary precautions. This is the best treatment for vitiation of Vata.

4. Nasya

It involves administration of medicines through the nostrils and is specifically indicated for treatment of the diseases of the head.

5. Rakta-mokshana

The process of taking out blood from the body is known as Rektamoksha or blood letting. This technique is adopted in instances of impure blood for managing diseases caused by Rakta and Pitta. This is done either by cutting the Vessels by sharp instruments or application of leeches or by suction with the help of horn etc.
It is to be noted that "Snehana" and "Swedana" which go by the name of Purvakarma are the necessary precedents of any of  "Panchakarma".
Snehapanam
This the treatment for Osteoarthritis, Leukaemia, Rhuematic Arthritis, Chronic Peptic Ulcer, etc. In Snehapanam, medicated ghee is given internally in a gradually increasing quantity, for specific periods.
 

Ayurveda offers a large variety of unique oil massages depending on the special needs of the patient. Usually herbalized oils are used which greatly facilitates the healing effects of massage. By applying pressure on 107 marma points in the body, the entire physiology gets revitalized, and the patient experiences deep relaxation. Well-trained masseurs carry out the massaging treatment, under the instruction and guidance of qualified doctors

Special rejuvenation massage, which includes head and body massage with specially prepared medicated oil, application of medicated herbal cream on face, followed by medicated water bath or steam bath.
Duration – 60 minutes

2)  Joint Massage – This includes general body massage, massage of head, face and all joints including each vertebra with highly potent herbal oil. It relieves joint pains, Rhuematic complaints Arthritis and Myalgia.
Duration 60 minutes

3)  General muscle relaxing massage with medicated herbal oil. Good for getting rid of tiredness after a long journey and to help tune your body to keep it young and strong.
Duration 60  minutes

5)  General Massage for the whole body with medicated oil. This will make your body strong and healthy.
Duration 45 minutes or 60 minutes

Abhyangam: External application of medicated oil all over the body giving special importance for head, ears, and feet, followed by medicated warm water bath. It improves blood circulation, relaxation of mind & body, and longevity.     

Udvarthanam: This is the treatment for diseases such as hemiplegia, Paralysis, Obesity and certain Rheumatic ailments. It is a therapeutic massage with herbal powders. Under this treatment, massage is done all over the body in the upward direction except head with herbal powder

Sweda Karma: Medicated Steam baths eliminate impurities from the body, improve the tone and complexion of the skin, reduce fat and used in the treatment of certain rheumatic diseases. Perennial, precious herbs and herbal leaves are boiled and the steam is passed over the entire body for 30 to 40 minutes daily. Different kinds of Sweda Karma are

Elakizhi: A process in which fomentation  is done by the application of medicinal leaves processed in medicated oil. It helps to give relief for body pain, arthritis backache, muscular diseases, nuritis, etc.     

Njavara Kizhi: The whole body is made to strengthen by the external application of medicated rice packs in the form of boluses, wrapped in muslin bags. Fomentation of the body by applying medicinal pudding boiled in milk and decoction. It is also accompanied by Abhyanga with medicated oil
 

Pizhichil: Lukewarm herbal oil is applied with fresh linen all over the body by trained masseurs in a rhythmic manner for a period of 1 to 1 ½ hours daily for 7 to 21 days. It gives full relaxation to the body and mind, relieving generalbody weakness, stiffness, Nervous diseases, Arthritis, Rheumatic Complaints, Paralysis etc. This is good for sexual weakness as well.

Dhara
This is the treatment for disturbed sleep, mental problems, swelling, spondelitis, paraplegia, skin diseases, chronic headache, insomnia, mental tension and cases of hysteria, hallucination and insanity. Besides, Dhara improves memory  and blood circulation. Herbal oil, medicated milk or buttermilk and decoctions are poured on the forehead and whole body in a special manner. Variations of the treatment include Oordhwanga Dhara ( good for disease of the eyes, ears and skin) Takra Dhara ( for those suffering from memory loss, severe headache or insanity) and Sarvanga Dhara ( for both head and body).

Awagaha Sweda: In this treatment, hip bath is done with specially prepared decoction after the application of the medicated oil on the body. It is done for backache, urinary disorders, lumbago (kadeegraham), Gastritis, Piles and body pain.   

Nasyam: This treatment is for Nasal ailments. Nasyam includes inhalation of medicated herbal preparations, decoction, oils, ghee etc. to eliminate the morbid factor from the head and neck area. It is done for nervous disorders, sinusitis, headache, sleeplessness, migraine, cold, congestion, allergies etc.
 

Sirovasthy: This is the treatment for dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, facial paralysis, and burning sensation in the head. In this lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a leather cap fitted on the head for specific durations as directed by the physician. This is also prescribed to treat facial paralysis, visual problems, memory ailments and sleep disorders.
 

Tharpanam: This is a treatment for eyes effective in preventing cataract and strengthening the optic nerve. Tharpanam is the application of medicated oil or ghee over the eyes. It is a god medication for immunizing the eyes against all sorts of eye diseases.
 

Karnapooranam:  This is a treatment for ear ailments. It includes the application of medicated oils inside the ear for 15 to 30 minutes daily to clean as well as treat ailments.   
 

Vasthi : Administration of herbal medicinal decoctions of oil through anus. Highly effective for headache, Piles, Arthritis, Constipation, mental restlessness, disturbed sleep, sexual dysfunction etc. Four types of Vasthi 1) Mathra Vasthi 2)Sneha Vasthi and 3) Kashaya Vasthi 4) Khadee Vasti are common.
 

Marma Chikitsa: Application of regulated force on marmas (sensitive vital points of the body, which is 107 in number ), using herbal oils, is what is known as Marmachikitsa.
 

Meditation and Yoga: Classes are conducted everyday from 5 pm to 6 pm.
 

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