Ayurvedic practices like a clean vegetarian diet, yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, adequate sleep, and rightful living contributes to the overall health and well being of a human. Besides contributing to a healthy body, mind and soul, Ayurveda is highly beneficial in treating several diseases as well as helping the body recover from illnesses and injuries.
The University of Maryland Medical Center published a report in the year 2015. According to this report, Ayurvedic medicine coupled with the right Ayurvedic diet is capable of treating a number of hormonal, inflammatory, autoimmune and digestive conditions including:
Shirodhara
It is an Ayurveda therapy in which warm herbal oil is poured on the forehead in continuous stream Shirodhara Promotes sound sleep, promotes tranquility and reduces stress and anxiety
Specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the lower back and retained over lumbosacral junction Kati Basti Effectively reduces lower back pain or pain arising due to condition such as spondylosis or sciatica
Massage performed using small poultice containing herbal powders in warm condition Kizhi is useful for osteoarthritis, spondylosis, muscular cramps, obesity and lower Back Pain
Full body massage done using herbal oils with synchronized motions to stimulate nerve endings Abhyanga Improves blood circulation, tones up the body muscles and promotes tissues regeneration
Janu Basti involves pouring of specially prepared warm herbal oil over the knee and retained over Restores and maintains integrity of the joint. Reduces Osteoarthritis and osteoporosis of knee joints
In this treatment, medicated herbal oil is applied to the ears for certain period of time Karnapooarana treatment helps to remove any small to chronic pain in the ear and helps to manage Vertigo
In Netra Tarpana, specially prepared luke warm ghee or oil is retained over the eye socket Netra Tarpana is useful in treatment of computer vision syndrome and dry eyes
Takradhara is an Ayurvedic treatment in which medicated buttermilk poured on the forehead Buttermilk has cooling properties, reduces mental stress, headaches, prevents greying of the hair
Ayurvedic pulse measured on the wrist at the radial artery using the index, middle and ring fingers Nadi Pariksha along with case history and Prakriti analysis helps identify imbalance of 3 Doshas
It is a medicated smoking therapy; medicated fumes are inhaled via nostrils and exhaling through mouth Dhoomapana Relieves nasal congestion, helps in normal breathing and removes excessive phlegm
In Nasya treatment, medicated herbal oils administered through the nasal route Beneficial for headaches, Migraine, cervical Spondylosis. Sinusitis and other nasal infections
Pizhichil is the squeezing of warm medicated oil on the body from a piece of cloth with medicated oil Promotes blood circulation, nourishes muscles. It is beneficial in treatment of Paralysis
Head, shoulders and neck massaged with Medicated oil and also stimulates the scalp Shiro abhyanga Improves hair texture and gives strength also improves the blood circulation in head /reduces tension
In Spine Basti specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the spinal cord and retained inside This Ayurvedic treatment is used in the treatment of spine stiffness and inter-vertebral disc prolapses
Greeva Basti is bathing the neck region with medicated ward oil or freshly prepared herbal decoction Greeva Basti gives relief from the Cervical spondylosis, Chronic pain in neck region and Frozen shoulder
Mukha Lepam is an Ayurvedic Facial, various herbal pastes are applied that have beneficial effects on skin Mukha Lepam detoxifies and nourishes the skin. Also improves blood circulation and exfoliation
Shiro Lepa is application of Ayurvedic paste containing herbs. The paste is kept on the head for 30-40 minutes The herbs present in the paste calm down the nerves, relieve mental tension, and improve sleep pattern
Udvartanam is a massage on to the whole body with herbal powder mixed with warm oil Udvartanam is effective for obesity, hemiplegia, paralysis, skin diseases, and impaired circulation
Padabhyanga is Ayurvedic foot massage using herbal oil. It stimulates vital points on the feet Prevents spasm, reduces aches and pain in lower extremities and improves blood circulation
Specific amount of oil is administered after food depending on the age and treatment Sneha basti Effectively reduces Gastric problems such as constipation and flatulence, lower backache
Medicated decoction is administered usually in the morning on empty stomach Kashaya Basti Treats constipation, neurological ailments, paralysis, lower backache, gout and rheumatism
Vaman is induced controlled vomiting which helps to flush out the aggravated Doshas from the body Purifies the upper digestive tract and beneficial in Kapha predominant disorders such as asthma, cough
Virechanam is a Panchakarma treatment in which oral medication given to induce purgation It is beneficial for Pitta disorders such as dermatitis, chronic fever, heartburn, jaundice, constipation etc.
In Ksheerdhara treatment herbal milk is poured over the head and body instead of oil Ksheeradhara is useful in treating headaches, insomnia and mental irritability and reduces stress
Ayurvedic treatment options including yoga, meditation, breathing exercises and herbal infusions help reduce anxiety and stress which are the root cause of various diseases. Regular yoga practice is known to reduce sympathetic activity and enhance the autonomic nervous functions – best explained as our “Fight or flight” response.
Ayurvedic treatment options including yoga, meditation, breathing exercises and herbal infusions help reduce anxiety and stress which are the root cause of various diseases. Regular yoga practice is known to reduce sympathetic activity and enhance the autonomic nervous functions – best explained as our “Fight or flight” response.
An unhealthy lifestyle, poor diet, and stress have contributed to a number of hormonal issues in people today. Well, Ayurveda helps balance your hormones naturally. This results in a healthy pregnancy and menstrual cycle in females and cures conditions like an underactive or overactive thyroid, adrenal fatigue, and so on. Ayurvedic treatment addresses the root cause and hence the patient recovers completely. Hormonal balance is generally achieved by using essential oils, naturally therapeutic formulations, and making healthy lifestyle changes
Generally inflammation is caused by poor diet, unhealthy lifestyle, inadequate sleep and deficient digestion. Ayurvedic treatment focuses on reducing inflammation by eliminating waste from the digestive system and regulating the circulatory system. A combination of exercise and herbal treatments boost metabolism and infusion of antioxidants helps minimize inflammation and increase energy.
Generally inflammation is caused by poor diet, unhealthy lifestyle, inadequate sleep and deficient digestion. Ayurvedic treatment focuses on reducing inflammation by eliminating waste from the digestive system and regulating the circulatory system. A combination of exercise and herbal treatments boost metabolism and infusion of antioxidants helps minimize inflammation and increase energy.
Ayurveda proves to be the best bet in treating chronic skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. The collection of toxins in the skin is the major cause of psoriasis. Hence, Ayurvedic treatment focuses on purifying blood and tissues, thereby removing the toxins from the body and restoring proper digestion to promote healing. Several nourishing herbs for external and internal application are prescribed to strengthen and condition the tissues, thereby leading to complete healing of the skin.
