When we talk about Ayurveda what comes to our mind is, yes I would like to explore but whom should I consult? Which are the authentic clinics in my city that would guide me appropriately. When it comes to health no one would like to take chances.
If you are looking to buy Ayurvedic medicines then you can visit:
1) Nagarjuna Ayurvedic Group http://nagarjunaayurveda.com/ayur-products.aspx
2) Ayurved Rasashala http://ayurvedarasashala.com/i/index.html
Ayurvedic Medicines and their usage:
http://ayurvedarasashala.com/UserFiles/File/Therapeutic.pdf
The following material is from the website of Podar Ayurved Medical College which is in Worli.
A Short Introduction To Panchakarma.
By the Podar Medical College, Worli, Mumbai, India
http://www.ayurvedinstitute.com/index4popup.htm
What is Panchakarma?
Ayurveda is one of the major ancient sciences of India. The very fact that it still remains a vital health-care system shows its viability and inherent strength. It has imbibed the trends of the times as it evolved through the ages. The aim of Ayurveda is two folds, to maintain and promote the health of healthy and to treat the illness of the diseased. For serving these purposes various health regimens and treatment modalities have been described. As far as the treatment methods are concerned Ayurveda has described the use of shaman (Palliative treatment) and Shodhan (Bio-Purifaction methods) methods. The latter incorporates the five modes of purification, which include Vaman(inducing emesis), Virechan(inducing purgation), Nasya(nasal insufflations and instillations), Basti(medicated enemas) and Rakta mokshana(blood letting). These five techniques of bio purification done through several procedures purify the body system by removing toxic materials from the body. These purification methods are essential components of the curative management of those diseases that are not amenable to palliative management.
Various massage treatment methods; the use of different techniques of oil application and the use of fomentation methods are an prerequisite and adjuvant to these Panchakarma treatments. These specialized techniques have high medicinal value and are applied to treat many diseases, which are even otherwise not manageable by conventional methods of treatment.
A Short Introduction To Panchakarma
Panchakarma literally means five methods of body purification. These methods are employed in the healthy to prevent diseases and to improve the immunity as also in the sick to treat a number of diseases. These methods are also employed as a part of the Rasayana therapy (Rejuvenation) that has gained tremendous relevance over the years. There are certain preparatory methods to be done before the actual Panchakarmas are performed. They are called as Purvakarma in Ayurveda and involve internal administration of medicated oils/Ghee (Snehan) (in the form of pills), external application of oils and fomentation (Swedan) (massage).
These panchakarmas are
1) Vaman
2) Virechan
3) Nasya
4) Basti And
5) Raktamokshan
1) Vaman:
This can be termed as medically induced emesis (vomiting). After proper external and internal oleation of the body and fomentation specially prepared decoction are given to the patient to drink and emesis is induced. The procedure is to be done with utmost care and only under medical supervision. This procedure is indicated in the healthy in the Vasant ritu (spring season) to prevent diseases due to Kapha dosha. Vaman is highly beneficial to treat diseases of the Respiratory system like Asthma, Bronchitis, sinusitis, Allergic rhinitis and other diseases like Hyperacidity and various skin diseases like Psoriasis, Eczemas and Pemphigus.
2) Virechan
This involves purgation by Ayurvedic method. The preparatory procedures are same as Vaman. In healthy individuals the procedure is done in Sharad ritu (autumn season) to prevent the diseases arising due to Pitta dosha. Virechan is indicated in various diseases of the abdomen and a number of skin diseases.
3) Nasya
This means instillation of medicines through the nasal route. The medicines may be in the form of powders or medicated oils/Ghee. There are various types of Nasya and they are to be performed according to the need of the patient. Nasya therapy is primarily used in treating diseases like sinusitis, rhinitis, hair fall, Epilepsy, facial paralysis and paralysis and various other psychological and neurological disorders. Nasya is also known for improving the intellect of an individual.
This one is for me!
4) Basti
Here medicines in the form of decoction (Niruha Basti) or oils/ghee (Anuvasan) are administered through the anal route. These are called as medicated enemas. These enemas have a high medicinal value and are used primarily in treating diseases due to Vata Dosha. Basti is helpful in treating diseases like Arthritis, Backache, Sciatica, osteoporosis and diseases of bowels like Irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis and a number of other diseases. The type of Basti and the duration of treatment are to be decided according to the need of the patient. Basti has got a prime place in the Ayurvedic method of treatment and is referred as the half medicine in Ayurveda.
5) Raktamokshan
These refers to Blood letting by various methods like shira veda, Jaloka- avacharan (Leech application) etc. The process is basically meant for purification of the blood and to treat blood related disorders, skin diseases, High blood pressure and other diseases.
The use of leech in the treatment of many skin diseases is now well known and accepted all over the world. Leech therapy is used in treating diseases like Eczema, Vitiligo, non-healing ulcers, varicose veins, pigment disorders, haematomas etc. Various scientific studies have established the efficacy of this leech therapy
Massage and Fomentation Therapies
As essential part of Panchakarma therapy and also independently various types of massage therapies and various types of fomentations have come a long way in the treatment of various diseases especially in the management of joint disorders, orthopedic, neurological, neuromuscular and psychological disorders. These procedures are used either locally to a particular part of the body or are done on the whole body. In the fomentation techniques heat is either applied in the form of vapors or dry fomentation is done with specially designed equipments. The procedures that are performed at the Special Panchakarma Center at Podar Hospital are as under: -
1) Sarvang Abhayang
Here trained masseurs apply medicated oils all over the body in a specific manner. Swedan (Fomentation) usually follows all types of massages. This abhayang is indicated in various diseases of the muscles and the nerves and as a process of making the body physically strong and healthy.
2) Pizichil
This a special type of Abhyanga procedure where the massage is performed with medicated oil by pouring the oils continuously on the whole body with the help of cloth pieces dipped in the oil. This method is used in the treatment of many generalized neuromuscular diseases, hemiplegia and paraplegia.
3) Sarvang Thaila Dhara
This is type of massage where the lukewarm medicated oil is poured over the body freely with the help of a bowl or specially designed pots and the masseurs keep massaging the individual. The indications remain almost the same as Pizichil, the only difference being the quantity of oil that is used. Dhara is effective in mental disturbances, hysteria, hallucinations, Rheumatism, cervical spondylosis, Arthralgias, hemiplegia and paraplegia and chronic headache.
4) Avagaha Sweda
The patient is made to sit in a specially designed bathtub which stores decoctions of related herbs. The contents of the tub are kept hot for continuous fomentation at desired temperatures with the help of whirlpool system. The patient has to first undergo Abhayang before entering the Tub. Generalized diseases like arthritis and generalized weakness, fatigue, muscular problems, myopathies are the indications for Avgah Sweda.
5) Pinda Sweda
This is a highly specialized procedure, which is known as Navarakizhi in Kerala. In this process swedan is done with the help of specially made bundled warm medicinal puddings made up of shali type of rice (Navara). Before the swedan medicated oil is applied to the whole body. At the end a bath with warm water or medicated water is given. Pinda sweda is highly beneficial in restoring the strength of the lost muscles due to diseases like lower motor neuron disease, paralysis, GB syndrome, muscular dystrophy and a number of other neuro-muscular diseases.
6) Patra Pottali sweda
In this procedure the whole body or a selected region is made to sweat by application of heat by heated bundle of specific fresh leaves of a few herbs like castor plant, Adhatoda plant, Arka patra warmed with medicated oil accompanied by massage. Similarly when the powders of herbs like Ashwagandha, Bala moola, Shatavari etc. are used to make pottali, it is termed as Churna Pottali Sweda(Navarki)
7) Nadi sweda
This type of fomentation is usually done for localized conditions like Osteoarthritis, sprain, or to relieve some localized pain as in Cervical spondylitis. Here fomentation is done with the vapors generated out of medicated decoction that is then applied to the affected area with the help of a rubber tube. Proper oleation of the affected part is done prior to Nadi Sweda.
8) Sarvanga Vashpa sweda(Peti sweda)
After proper application of oil and a good whole body massage of any of the above types, the individual is asked to enter in a specially devised chamber (Peti). In case of Peti sweda fomentation is done with the help of vapours generated out of decoctions. These procedures are applied for the generalized fomentation of the body.
9) Kuti sweda
Kuti Sweda is a dry type of Fomentation where steam is not at all applied. Dry heat is applied in this type. Here a specific temperature is attained electrically with the help of high voltage heaters in a chamber and the patient is made to sit in the chamber till adequate perspiration is achieved.
10) Valuka sweda/Pottali sweda
In this method heat is applied to the affected part by with the help of a pudding filled with heated sand or medicine. Valuka sweda is used to relieve localized pain especially in cases of rheumatoid arthritis.
11) Shiro dhara
In this procedure medicated oils or decoction are poured slowly from a distance over the forehead with specially designed Shiro-Dhara Yantra. The oil is kept in a special vessel called shirodhara vessel (Shiro dhara patra). The procedure is highly useful in several psychosomatic disorders, in mental disturbances, hysteria, hallucinations and chronic headache. Shiro dhara is also effective in the management of Epilepsy, to improve concentration, in stress-induced conditions and to improve the intellect. This is also highly useful for mental retardation and in case of poor performers at school.
12) Shiro Basti
This procedure is widely used these days for the purpose of de-addiction of alcohol as also to treat various psychological disorders. The indications also include Vata disorders, facial paralysis, Insomnias, Cataract, Chronic headaches and Spondylitis. . Highly indicative in trigiminal neuralgia, hemicrania, optic atrophy, otalgia, deafness and all disorders affecting cranial nerves.
Here bearably hot oil is retained on the clean shaved head up to around one inch above the hair root. A leather belt tied around the head and is sealed from within with black gram paste to retain oil. This is normally carried out for around 30 minutes. This is followed by gentle massage over back, shoulder, neck, head and mandible. Shiro Basti is normally given for 7days and can be repeated if required.
13) Udvartan
Udvartan means massage with the help of powders. External application of medicinal fine powders are accompanied by massage, on the whole body. Various medicinal powders are used according to the body constitution of the individual. The procedure is generally carried out for reducing the excess fat and for improving the complexion of the skin.
Along with the above-mentioned procedures there are other specialized methods of treatment meant for specific organs. Netra tarpan, Kati Basti, Hridaya Basti are the procedures where medicated oils are kept on the respective organs by constructing a special platform around the surface location of that organ. They are applied to offer strength to the organs and to treat related disorders.
If you are looking to buy Ayurvedic medicines then you can visit:
1) Nagarjuna Ayurvedic Group http://nagarjunaayurveda.com/ayur-products.aspx
2) Ayurved Rasashala http://ayurvedarasashala.com/i/index.html
Ayurvedic Medicines and their usage:
http://ayurvedarasashala.com/UserFiles/File/Therapeutic.pdf
The following material is from the website of Podar Ayurved Medical College which is in Worli.
A Short Introduction To Panchakarma.
By the Podar Medical College, Worli, Mumbai, India
http://www.ayurvedinstitute.com/index4popup.htm
What is Panchakarma?
Ayurveda is one of the major ancient sciences of India. The very fact that it still remains a vital health-care system shows its viability and inherent strength. It has imbibed the trends of the times as it evolved through the ages. The aim of Ayurveda is two folds, to maintain and promote the health of healthy and to treat the illness of the diseased. For serving these purposes various health regimens and treatment modalities have been described. As far as the treatment methods are concerned Ayurveda has described the use of shaman (Palliative treatment) and Shodhan (Bio-Purifaction methods) methods. The latter incorporates the five modes of purification, which include Vaman(inducing emesis), Virechan(inducing purgation), Nasya(nasal insufflations and instillations), Basti(medicated enemas) and Rakta mokshana(blood letting). These five techniques of bio purification done through several procedures purify the body system by removing toxic materials from the body. These purification methods are essential components of the curative management of those diseases that are not amenable to palliative management.
Various massage treatment methods; the use of different techniques of oil application and the use of fomentation methods are an prerequisite and adjuvant to these Panchakarma treatments. These specialized techniques have high medicinal value and are applied to treat many diseases, which are even otherwise not manageable by conventional methods of treatment.
A Short Introduction To Panchakarma
Panchakarma literally means five methods of body purification. These methods are employed in the healthy to prevent diseases and to improve the immunity as also in the sick to treat a number of diseases. These methods are also employed as a part of the Rasayana therapy (Rejuvenation) that has gained tremendous relevance over the years. There are certain preparatory methods to be done before the actual Panchakarmas are performed. They are called as Purvakarma in Ayurveda and involve internal administration of medicated oils/Ghee (Snehan) (in the form of pills), external application of oils and fomentation (Swedan) (massage).
These panchakarmas are
1) Vaman
2) Virechan
3) Nasya
4) Basti And
5) Raktamokshan
1) Vaman:
This can be termed as medically induced emesis (vomiting). After proper external and internal oleation of the body and fomentation specially prepared decoction are given to the patient to drink and emesis is induced. The procedure is to be done with utmost care and only under medical supervision. This procedure is indicated in the healthy in the Vasant ritu (spring season) to prevent diseases due to Kapha dosha. Vaman is highly beneficial to treat diseases of the Respiratory system like Asthma, Bronchitis, sinusitis, Allergic rhinitis and other diseases like Hyperacidity and various skin diseases like Psoriasis, Eczemas and Pemphigus.
2) Virechan
This involves purgation by Ayurvedic method. The preparatory procedures are same as Vaman. In healthy individuals the procedure is done in Sharad ritu (autumn season) to prevent the diseases arising due to Pitta dosha. Virechan is indicated in various diseases of the abdomen and a number of skin diseases.
3) Nasya
This means instillation of medicines through the nasal route. The medicines may be in the form of powders or medicated oils/Ghee. There are various types of Nasya and they are to be performed according to the need of the patient. Nasya therapy is primarily used in treating diseases like sinusitis, rhinitis, hair fall, Epilepsy, facial paralysis and paralysis and various other psychological and neurological disorders. Nasya is also known for improving the intellect of an individual.
This one is for me!
4) Basti
Here medicines in the form of decoction (Niruha Basti) or oils/ghee (Anuvasan) are administered through the anal route. These are called as medicated enemas. These enemas have a high medicinal value and are used primarily in treating diseases due to Vata Dosha. Basti is helpful in treating diseases like Arthritis, Backache, Sciatica, osteoporosis and diseases of bowels like Irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis and a number of other diseases. The type of Basti and the duration of treatment are to be decided according to the need of the patient. Basti has got a prime place in the Ayurvedic method of treatment and is referred as the half medicine in Ayurveda.
5) Raktamokshan
These refers to Blood letting by various methods like shira veda, Jaloka- avacharan (Leech application) etc. The process is basically meant for purification of the blood and to treat blood related disorders, skin diseases, High blood pressure and other diseases.
The use of leech in the treatment of many skin diseases is now well known and accepted all over the world. Leech therapy is used in treating diseases like Eczema, Vitiligo, non-healing ulcers, varicose veins, pigment disorders, haematomas etc. Various scientific studies have established the efficacy of this leech therapy
Massage and Fomentation Therapies
As essential part of Panchakarma therapy and also independently various types of massage therapies and various types of fomentations have come a long way in the treatment of various diseases especially in the management of joint disorders, orthopedic, neurological, neuromuscular and psychological disorders. These procedures are used either locally to a particular part of the body or are done on the whole body. In the fomentation techniques heat is either applied in the form of vapors or dry fomentation is done with specially designed equipments. The procedures that are performed at the Special Panchakarma Center at Podar Hospital are as under: -
1) Sarvang Abhayang
Here trained masseurs apply medicated oils all over the body in a specific manner. Swedan (Fomentation) usually follows all types of massages. This abhayang is indicated in various diseases of the muscles and the nerves and as a process of making the body physically strong and healthy.
2) Pizichil
This a special type of Abhyanga procedure where the massage is performed with medicated oil by pouring the oils continuously on the whole body with the help of cloth pieces dipped in the oil. This method is used in the treatment of many generalized neuromuscular diseases, hemiplegia and paraplegia.
3) Sarvang Thaila Dhara
This is type of massage where the lukewarm medicated oil is poured over the body freely with the help of a bowl or specially designed pots and the masseurs keep massaging the individual. The indications remain almost the same as Pizichil, the only difference being the quantity of oil that is used. Dhara is effective in mental disturbances, hysteria, hallucinations, Rheumatism, cervical spondylosis, Arthralgias, hemiplegia and paraplegia and chronic headache.
4) Avagaha Sweda
The patient is made to sit in a specially designed bathtub which stores decoctions of related herbs. The contents of the tub are kept hot for continuous fomentation at desired temperatures with the help of whirlpool system. The patient has to first undergo Abhayang before entering the Tub. Generalized diseases like arthritis and generalized weakness, fatigue, muscular problems, myopathies are the indications for Avgah Sweda.
5) Pinda Sweda
This is a highly specialized procedure, which is known as Navarakizhi in Kerala. In this process swedan is done with the help of specially made bundled warm medicinal puddings made up of shali type of rice (Navara). Before the swedan medicated oil is applied to the whole body. At the end a bath with warm water or medicated water is given. Pinda sweda is highly beneficial in restoring the strength of the lost muscles due to diseases like lower motor neuron disease, paralysis, GB syndrome, muscular dystrophy and a number of other neuro-muscular diseases.
6) Patra Pottali sweda
In this procedure the whole body or a selected region is made to sweat by application of heat by heated bundle of specific fresh leaves of a few herbs like castor plant, Adhatoda plant, Arka patra warmed with medicated oil accompanied by massage. Similarly when the powders of herbs like Ashwagandha, Bala moola, Shatavari etc. are used to make pottali, it is termed as Churna Pottali Sweda(Navarki)
7) Nadi sweda
This type of fomentation is usually done for localized conditions like Osteoarthritis, sprain, or to relieve some localized pain as in Cervical spondylitis. Here fomentation is done with the vapors generated out of medicated decoction that is then applied to the affected area with the help of a rubber tube. Proper oleation of the affected part is done prior to Nadi Sweda.
8) Sarvanga Vashpa sweda(Peti sweda)
After proper application of oil and a good whole body massage of any of the above types, the individual is asked to enter in a specially devised chamber (Peti). In case of Peti sweda fomentation is done with the help of vapours generated out of decoctions. These procedures are applied for the generalized fomentation of the body.
9) Kuti sweda
Kuti Sweda is a dry type of Fomentation where steam is not at all applied. Dry heat is applied in this type. Here a specific temperature is attained electrically with the help of high voltage heaters in a chamber and the patient is made to sit in the chamber till adequate perspiration is achieved.
10) Valuka sweda/Pottali sweda
In this method heat is applied to the affected part by with the help of a pudding filled with heated sand or medicine. Valuka sweda is used to relieve localized pain especially in cases of rheumatoid arthritis.
11) Shiro dhara
In this procedure medicated oils or decoction are poured slowly from a distance over the forehead with specially designed Shiro-Dhara Yantra. The oil is kept in a special vessel called shirodhara vessel (Shiro dhara patra). The procedure is highly useful in several psychosomatic disorders, in mental disturbances, hysteria, hallucinations and chronic headache. Shiro dhara is also effective in the management of Epilepsy, to improve concentration, in stress-induced conditions and to improve the intellect. This is also highly useful for mental retardation and in case of poor performers at school.
12) Shiro Basti
This procedure is widely used these days for the purpose of de-addiction of alcohol as also to treat various psychological disorders. The indications also include Vata disorders, facial paralysis, Insomnias, Cataract, Chronic headaches and Spondylitis. . Highly indicative in trigiminal neuralgia, hemicrania, optic atrophy, otalgia, deafness and all disorders affecting cranial nerves.
Here bearably hot oil is retained on the clean shaved head up to around one inch above the hair root. A leather belt tied around the head and is sealed from within with black gram paste to retain oil. This is normally carried out for around 30 minutes. This is followed by gentle massage over back, shoulder, neck, head and mandible. Shiro Basti is normally given for 7days and can be repeated if required.
13) Udvartan
Udvartan means massage with the help of powders. External application of medicinal fine powders are accompanied by massage, on the whole body. Various medicinal powders are used according to the body constitution of the individual. The procedure is generally carried out for reducing the excess fat and for improving the complexion of the skin.
Along with the above-mentioned procedures there are other specialized methods of treatment meant for specific organs. Netra tarpan, Kati Basti, Hridaya Basti are the procedures where medicated oils are kept on the respective organs by constructing a special platform around the surface location of that organ. They are applied to offer strength to the organs and to treat related disorders.
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