Ayurvedic Treatments
Panchakarma
Ayurvedic Complete Detoxification and Cleansing
Panchakarma is Ayurveda's primary purification and detoxification treatment. Panchakarma means the "five therapies". These 5 therapeutic means of eliminating toxins from the body are Vamana, Virechana, Nasya, Basti and Raktamoskshana. This series of five therapies help remove deep rooted stress and illness causing toxins from the body while balancing the doshas (energies that govern all biological functions).
Panchakarma Diet
Panchakarma is ineffective if special detoxification diet is not given along with the treatments. We at Ayurveda Retreat are very aware of this and every individual undergoing Panchakarma receives special diet which is monitored every day by the doctor. Additional treatments may be recommended by doctor but there will be no extra charge.
1) Vamana
Vamana is a medicated emesis therapy which removes Kapha toxins collected in the body and the respiratory tract. This is given to people with high Kapha imbalance. Daily treatment involves loosening and mobilizing the toxins in an effort to finally eliminate them.
Benefits of Vamana: Bronchial Asthma, Chronic Allergies, Hay Fever, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Hyperacidity, Chronic Indigestion Nasal Congestion, Edema, Obesity, Psychological disorders, Skin disorders.
2) Virechana (Purgation)
Virechana is medicated purgation therapy which removes Pitta toxins from the body that are accumulated in the liver and gallbladder, it completely cleanses the gastro-intestinal tract. It is a safe procedure without side effects. Benefits of Virechana help root out Chronic Fever, Diabetes, Asthma, Skin disorders such as Herpes, Paraplegia, Hemiplegia Joint disorders, Digestive disorders, Constipation, Hyperacidity, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Headaches, Elephantiasis and Gynecological disorders.
3) Basti (Enema or Colonic Irrigation)
Basti (Enema) is considered as the mother of all Panchakarma treatments since it cleanses the accumulated toxins from all the 3 doshas, Vata, Pitta and Kapha, through the colon. Basti is also highly beneficial as a rejuvenating treatment. Medicated oil or ghee and an herbal decoction is given as enema to clean the colon and increase the muscle tone. This procedure is usually applied for 8 to 30 days, based on the medical condition of a person. Benefits Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, Colitis, Convalescence, Cervical Spondylosis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome Constipation, Digestive disorders, Backache & Sciatica, Hepatomegaly & Splenomegaly, Obesity, Piles, Sexual Debility & Infertility.
4) Nasya (Nose Cleaning)
Nasya involves administration of medicated oil through the nose to cleanse accumulated Kapha toxins from the head and neck region. Based on the medical condition of a person, it can be given up to 30 days. Nasya benefits include Trigeminal Neuralgia, Bel's Palsy, Improves memory & eye sight, Insomnia, Elimination of excess Mucus Hyper pigmentation in the face, Pre-mature graying of hair, clarity to voice, Headaches of various origin Hemiplegia, Loss of smell and taste, Frozen shoulder, Migraine, Stiffness of the neck, Nasal Allergies Nasal Polyp, Neurological dysfunctions, Paraplegiar, Sinusitis.
5) Raktamokshana
Raktamokshana is procedure to cleanse the blood and is advised only in very rare conditions. It is not advisable during general Panchakarma. Most Ayurveda Centers including ours do not offer Raktamokshana due to the high risk of infection involved in blood cleansing
Therapies of Panchakarama
Panchakarma Therapy
Panchakarma is a Sanskrit word that means "five actions" or "five treatments." This is a process used to clean the body of toxic materials left by disease and poor nutrition. Ayurveda says that imbalanced doshas create waste matter. This waste matter is called Ama in Ayurveda. Ama is a foul-smelling, sticky, noxious substance that needs to be evacuated from the body as thoroughly as possible
Panchakarma will stick out the excess doshas (or imbalances in the dosha) along with the sticky Ama out of your system by means of the body waste evacuation channels such as sweat glands, urinary tract, intestines, etc. Panchakarma is, thus, a balancing operation. It involves daily massages and oil baths and is extremely pleasant experience. Ayurveda recommends Panchakarma as a seasonal treatment for toning your mind body system. Panchakarma is a five-fold therapy; it is highly personalized based on the needs of the individual depending on the body type, dosha imbalances
Ayurvedic Treatments/ Therapies
Shiro Dhara
Is a treatment process where the patient is made to lie on a special wooden bed after which, the medicated oil/milk or buttermilk etc. are poured in a prescribed, continuous stream on his head by the therapist who is assisted in this treatment by other therapists to help with the oil application over the body of the therapy taker.
Swedana
During this Ayurveda therapy oil is applied to the entire body with a particular type of massage which helps the toxins to move towards the gastro-intestinal tract. Ayurveda oil massage also makes the superficial and deep tissues soft thus helping to remove stress and to nourish the nervous system.
Nasya
Herbal juices, medicated oils etc. are applied through the nose. This Benefits of Nasya are immense and treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of Headaches, Pre-mature graying of hair, clarity to voice, Headaches of various origin.
Abhyanga
This is a gentle but firm whole body Ayurveda massage from head to toe using warm medicated oil. Oils are chosen by the Ayurveda expert according to the body nature if individuals.The Abhyanga massage uses herbal essences.
Pizhichil
: Is a specialized treatment, also known as royal treatment, means the squeezing of a cloth soaked in oil over the body. During this treatment the guest remains in the sitting position and the medicated oils are then applied over the head and body.
Shiro Vasthi
Certain mixture of the lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day for the time period advised by the Ayurveda physician .The Shiro Vasthi Ayurveda treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches.
Netra Tarpana
Netra Tarpana is a special ayurvedic treatment for the eyes to get them relieved from tiredness and improve the eyesight. It is suggested therapy for the professionals who regularly works at Computers etc. where intensive eye sight work is needed.
Khizi
Khizi Ayurvedic Treatment is a complete rejuvenation therapy comprising of synchronized special massage, Herbal Steam Bath etc. This carefully planned health program is directed towards improving vigor and vitality.
Pinda Sveda
Small linen bags filled with a specially prepared mixture are applied locally to relieve pain. The effect of the herbal extracts is to relieve the pain, and to relax and build up the affected area.
A stimulating massage using special Ayurveda herbal powder mix to reduce cellulite accumulations in the body. Through this treatment the whole body is rejuvenated using an intensive mixture of Ayurvedic powders which breaks up fatty deposits and improve blood circulation in the body.
Vashpaswedanam
This is an excellent Ayurveda treatment in which the leaves of medicinal plants are boiled and resulting steam is given to the whole body. This Ayurveda treatment is helpful in removing the impurities from the body, reducing fat and also helpful to recover from some skin diseases. This Ayurvedic Therapy is a part of the Panchakarma procedures.
Body Care
Ayurveda Body purification or Shodhan Chikitsa is a process of purifying the whole body to attain proper balance based on the panchkarma theory of Ayurveda. Face pack, herbal cream massage, herbal oil massage, intake of herbal tea and steam bath are recommended . This treatment increases the skin complexion, skin tone for long term !
Urovasthi
A mixture specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the chest and retained inside an herbal paste boundary for 45 minutes. The healing properties of herbal oils used for this massage enriches the blood and maintains strong muscle and connective tissues. A stimulating and therapeutic treatment for muscular chest pain.
Basti
Ayurvedic Basti involves the introduction into the rectum of herbal concoctions of sesame oil, and certain herbal preparations in a liquid medium. Basti, is the most effective treatment of Vata disorders, although many enemas over a prescribed period of time are usually required.