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Introduction:: Main Treatments in Ayurveda :: Body Care in Ayurveda :: Yoga and Meditation

Ayurveda is a perfect ancient science of life, the word AYUR literally means life and VEDA the science or knowledge. Ayurveda briefly explains the knowledge of the do's and don't one has to follow, which favours the well being of each individual to lead a healthy, happy, comfortable and advantageous life both physically, mentally & Socially. Ayurveda also emphasises that prevention is better than cure.

According to Ayurveda every living and nonliving being in this universe is a combination of five basic eternal elements, called Pancha Maha Bhoothas. Human Body is also constituted by this five eternal elements in various compositions. Hence it can be conceived that every cell of body is possessed with all the properties of life. The only difference of Human Body from the external World is the expression of CHAITHANYA or consciousness of life spark or spirit or soul. The five basic eternal elements are

These eternal elements manifest in the Human Body as three basic principles or subtle energies or humours (Thridosha in Sanskrit). The word Dosha literally means that which maintains and controls the body. They are Vatha, Pitha and Kapha. The Pancha Maha Bhoothas and Thridoshas are not prevalent to the naked eye. But they should be conceived as comprehensive terms in which all physical structures and physiological functions of the body are included. The Air and Ether elements combined to form the Vatha principal. The fire element constitutes Pitha principle. Earth and Water elements combine to form Kapha principle. These three basic principles govern all biological, physiological and physio-pathological function of the body, mind and consciousness. They act as basic constituents and protective barriers for the body in its normal physiological conditions.

Main Treatments in Ayurveda

SOME OF THE TREATMENTS IN AYURVEDA :

01 Pizhichil
Pizhichil is one among the rare and special treatments of Kerala. In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by two to four trained therapists in a special rhythmic way continuously for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is done in a special table made from a single piece of Strychnos Nuxvomica wood. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatic diseases like arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, paralysis-agitanus, sexual weakness, nervous weakness and nervous disorders etc.

02 Njavarakizhi
It is a type of sudation process in which the whole body or any specific part there of is made to perspire by the application of certain medicinal puddings externally in the form of boluses tied up in muslin bag. This is applied by two to four masseurs for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 14 days. This treatment is for all types of rheumatism, pain in the joints, emaciation of limbs, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and certain kinds of skin diseases.

03 Sirodhara
" Sira" means Head and "Dhara" is the continues flow of a liquid. In this process, some herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter mile etc., are poured on the forehead in a special method for about 40 minutes in a day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is mainly for insomnia, loss of memory, head aches, mental tension and certain skin diseases.

04 Vasthi
Otherwise known as ' Medicated Enema', Vasthi is a Therapeutic procedure in which certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc., are applied through the rectum daily for a period of 5 to 25 days. This treatment is effective for arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness, gastric complaints, rheumatism and chronic constipation.

05 Sirovasthi
Certain lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head and held for 15 to 60 minutes per day according to the patient's conditions for a period of 7 days. This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches and other diseases of the head.

06 Udvarthanam
This treatment is otherwise known as Powder Massage. This is found very effective in obesity, hemiplegia, paralysis, skin diseases, impaired circulation etc, and similar Kapha predominant diseases. In this procedure certain special Herbal Powders are applied by 2 Therapists in a peculiar way on the body for abut 30 to 40 minutes daily for a period of 14 to 28 days.

07 Abhyangam
This is special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the circulatory channels for 45 minutes per day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful for obesity, loss of skin lustre, sleeplessness, fatigue, other Vatha predominant etc.

08 Nasyam
Being one among the 'Panchakarma' procedures, Nasyam is a treatment in which herbal juices, medicated oils etc., are applied through nose for 7 to 14 days. This treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of headaches, paralysis, mental disorders, some types of skin diseases etc.

09 Snehapanam
The word literally means oral in take of medicated oils or ghee preparations. This is done as a therapeutic procedure and also as a preparatory process during the Body Purification Therapy. In this treatment Medicated Ghee or Oils are given internally in proportionally increasing quantity for a period of 08 to 12days. This treatment is very effective for Osteo Arthritis, Psoriasis, Chronic Constipation, Haemorrhoids etc.

10 Kizhi
Herbal leaves or powders are made in boluses and is applied on the whole body or a part specified after dipping it in warm medicated oils. This is done for 45 minutes daily for a period of 07 to 14 days. This is very effective for Osteo Arthritis, spondylosis, sport injuries etc

11 Dhanyamla Dhara
Warm herbal liquid is poured all over the body in a rhythmic way using a special vessel. This is done for 45 minutes to 1 hour daily. This treatment is very effective for hemiplegia, paralysis, rheumatic complaints etc.

12 Yoni Prakshalanam
Herbal oils and decoctions are applied through the vaginal route. This treatment is good for gynaecological disorders. It is also a purification process for genital organ.

13 Kativasthi
In this process specially prepared warm medicated oils is kept over the lower back with herbal paste boundary. This treatment lasts for 45 minutes to 1 hour and it is good for any type of back pain and spinal disorders.

14 Urovasthi
Like Kativasthi warm medicated oils is kept over the chest for 45 minutes. This is an effective treatment for asthma, other respiratory problems, heart diseases and muscular chest pain.

15 Ksheeradhoomam
This is a special sudation procedure in which a mixture of medicinal decoction and cow's milk is heated and the steam thus liberated is passed to a tube and applied over the affected area or whole body. This is found very effective for facial palsies, speech disorders, ptosis and various nervous disorders.

16 Thalam
Special powder mixed with medicated oil is applied on the top of the head for 20 to 45 minutes. This treatment is helpful for curing ENT problems, insomnia, migraine etc.

17 Lepanam
This is a process in which medicated herbal paste is applied on the affected part. This is useful for various types of inflammatory conditions, skin diseases, arthritis, gout etc.

18 Thalapothichil
Various medicinal herbs selected according to Dosha predominance is made into a paste and applied to the scalp for 30 to 45 minutes. This treatment is good for insomnia, premature greying and other problems related to the hair and scalp.

19 Sandhi Vatha Chikils
Unlike the modern medicine, Ayurveda has very effective cures for Arthritic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, gout, Osteo arthritis, ankylosing, spondylosis, cervical spondylosis, osteo porosis etc. This programme includes massage Lepanam, oil application on affected parts, Kizhi, steam bath, Snehavasthi, kashaya vasthy, pizhichil, Njavarakizhi, Snehapanam and internal medicines.

20 Swasa Kasa Chikilsa
Respiratory diseases like bronchial asthma, prolonged cough, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis etc. can be very effectively treated in Ayurveda. This programme includes body massage, Urovasthi, pizhichil, podikizhi, Snehavasthi, kashaya vasthy, Nasyam and internal Ayurvedic medicines.

21 Sukhanidra
Ayurveda, the knowledge of life is not only related with the body but with the mind and soul also. This particular treatment programme is very much helpful for conditions like insomnia (lack of sleep), anxiety and it improves immunity and self confidences. This treatment programme includes body massages, Sirovasthi, ksheera Dhara, thaila Dhara, Thalam, Thalapothichil and internal Ayurvedic medicines, yoga and Meditation.

22 Psoriasis Treatment Program(Sidhma Chikilsa)
Ayurveda forms very effective treatment for all type of psoriasis and various other skin diseases. This special Ayurvedic treatment programme last for 21 to 28 days. This programme includes special Lepanam, Abhyangam, Snehapanam, pizhichil, medicated steam bath, Sirovasthi, exclusively prepared internal herbal medicines, along with Yoga and Meditation because, Ayurveda emphasises that most diseases are psychosomatic.

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