Ayurveda Rejuvenation in India
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Ayurveda- Science of life
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Ayurveda Motto- Rejuvenation of mind, body and soul
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Ayurvedic Treatments-Pizhichil, Sirodhara, Udwartham, Tarpanam, Abhyangasnanam,
Dhanyamaladhara.
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Ayurvedic Treatment Centers in India- Kovalam, Palakkad, Kumaragom, Trivandrum,
Thrissur
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Best time to receive Ayurvedic treatment- June to September
“Harmony is health” is core feature of Ayurveda. There is a false preconceived
notion throughout the years that this science is an alternative form of
medicine. However contrary to this thought it is a way of life and healthy
living. In keeping with the message of the World Health Organization,
“Health is not only physical health and wellbeing but it is the absence of
disease both physically and mentally. Over the years there has been the
rejuvenation of Ayurveda in India. Persons disillusioned with the use of
medicine are now returning back to Ayurveda.
Ayurveda in India traces its roots to the ancient ascetics and rishis who spent
their time both in prayer and meditation and arduously researched and practised
these forms of medicine that were written down in scrolls and granthas. These
ancient parchments today serve the base of this alternative form of living.
Traces of this science have filtered down over the centuries. However be on your
guard as there are many out there telling half truths and whole lies about the
science and also distributing medicine just to earn a fast buck and for purely
commercial purposes. Hence it is advisable to consult and at the same take
recourse to treatment of a certified physician (Vaidyan) who has expertise in
the specific field.
Benefits of Ayurvedic Medicine- There are numerous
benefits of Ayurvedic medicine. This form of medicine serves a threefold
purpose firstly metabolism, stress relief and alleviation from chronic medical
conditions. One of the keystone benefits of treatment is that there are no side
effects arising as a result of the same. It is also very helpful in relieving
the effects of surgery and also continuous cycles of chemotherapy. Ayurvedic
medicine has a remedy for each and every ailment and as such is also suitable
for rejuvenation and beauty care.
Type of Ayurvedic treatment- The main types of
Ayurvedic treatment and therapies are as follows-
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Pizhichil- Pizhichil is one of the most popular form of ayurvedic treatment.
This treatment involves the application of lukewarm herbal oil that is rubbed
throughout the body. It is a special massage for rejuvenating the entire body.
The process starts first with the application of oil on the head; this is
followed by rubbing and smearing the entire body with essential oils. After this
pieces of linen soaked in warm medicated oil is poured over the body during the
process of massage. For this purpose the patient is asked to sleep upright on
the wodden plank. Pizhichil is beneficial for the treatment of rheumatic
diseases like arthritis, paralysis, nerve disorders, and weakness of muscles and
also for sexual weakness. It is also good for those suffering from blood
pressure and joint pains as a result of diabetes.
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Sirodhara- In Sirodhara medicated oil is poured in the form of steam on the
forehead of the patient. This form of treatment is used particularly in cases of
problems to the nervous system. It is also seen as effective for treatment of
memory loss, and other disorders. This method of treatment is also used for
curing diseases like paralysis and spondolisis.
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Njvarakizhi- The kizhi is another popular form of treatment so much so that
today is available in the form of product in the market. The Njvakiri is
medicinal bag that is prepared with the choicest of medicine and fashioned in
the form of a pound which is then placed on various pressure points of the body.
This treatment is preferred for osteoarthritis, swelling, spondolisis and sports
injuries.
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Rakthamosham- It is a special method of treatment making use of blood sucking
organism called leeches. Yes you’ve read it right, leeches. These organisms are
made to suck of the impure blood in body. They themselves leave the body once
they are full. This method of treatment is helpful in curing rheumatism,
arthritis and skin disease.
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The other forms of treatment include Lepanam applying herbal paste to treat
inflammatory diseases, Vasthi that is medical purgation therapy. Nasyam that is
used for head treatment and has three forms namely Virechana Nasyam, Brahmana
Nasyam and Samana Nasyam
Best time to receive Ayurvedic Treatment- The best time for Ayurvedic
treatment is during the months of June to September. The reason being that cool,
moist and dust free environment is conducive for treatment.
Though ayurvedic treatment is available in all parts of the country Kerala
continues to be the epicenter of the same. There quite a few Ayurvedic Centers
and hospitals in Goa and Karnataka. Ayurvedic treatment is also available in
Resorts and Wellness centers. Some of the best Ayurvedic Hospitals in the
country are managed by Kottakal Ayurveda Shala. This Matt has branches all over
India. For more Information regarding the best Ayurvedic hospitals in India
please refer to this link
http://www.indiasite.com/Hospital/Ayurvedic .
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Ayurveda :
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Science of Life.
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Ayurvedic Treatments : |
Pizhichil, Sirodhara, Udwarthanam, Tarpanam,
Abhyangasnanam, Dhanyamaladhara. |
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Ayurveda Principle : |
Rejuvneation of mind, body and soul. |
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Ideal Destination in
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Kanjany, Thrissur, Thiruvananthapuram,
Palakkad, Kovalam, Kumarakom. |
¤ Ayurveda - An Extension of
Atharva
Ayurveda in India is an extension of the Atharva Veda
one of the early Vedic compositions dealing with science, art and
philosophy. Charaka’s (the grand old man of medicine) treatise is
the oldest known ayurvedic text. It is a holistic science, looking at
all things which make for a bouncy life, where life means the body,
mind and spirit.
The starting point of Ayurveda in India is the theory of the three
doshas (humours) – vata (wind), pitta (bile) and kapha (phlegm).
From this evolves the concept of the doshas (controlling forces) which
act on the dhatus (tissues), giving rise to the various malas
(metabolic products or wastes).
The character of these are governed by what we eat, when we eat, how
we live and in which environment, and our mental state, of course. and
so, even a slight change in any of these can make us ‘unwell’,
not necessarily diseased. As an extension, if we remain unwell for too
long our tissues can lose their strength and become susceptible to
diseases.
¤ Treatment Based On Herbs and Minerals
In case of an illness, Ayurveda has remedies based on herbs, minerals
and other therapeutic procedures like yoga (path to self realization)
and panchakarma.
The panchakarma are the five internal cleansing procedures –
vamana (vomiting), virechana (purgation), vasti (enema), nasya
(application of herbal preparations through the nostrils), and rakta
moksha (therapeutic release of toxic blood). But the vaid (Ayurvedic
doctor) will not suggest the same remedy for everyone.
Ayurveda in India recognizes each individual as genetically different
from the other, of a very specific prakriti (constitution) and with a
very individual way of interacting with the environment. The science
also gives the framework in which we can modify our lifestyles to
optimize our bodily functions, in what is described as ritucharya
(seasonal behaviour) and dinacharya (daily behaviour). A healthy diet
and digestion are important factors here.
Ayurveda in India has eight branches – Internal Medicine,
Paediatrics and Gynaecology, Surgery, ENT (ear, nose and throat),
Toxicology, Rejuvination, Study of Sexual Function and Reproduction
and Psychiatry. The basic understanding of this whole systematic body
of knowledge is restoring ‘life’ to the body.
Given the steady environmental changes (read slow disasters),
lifestyle and stresses of the present day, the need of the hour is to
eliminate the gap between modern medicine and other systems such as
Ayurveda. Because, true to its name, Ayurveda is the means to vitality
in a fast paced world.
¤ Ayurveda & its therapies.
Panchakarma
This therapy is a traditional way of detoxification. The therapy
dates hundred of years back. Panchkarma is a good way of cleansing and
servicing your body. The therapy is specially advantageous as it helps
in preventing disease which occurs due to the accumulation of doshas
or toxins.
Pizhichil
Pizhichil is a treatment which involves application of luke warm
herbal oils in the body. The treatment is quite benefecial for
Rheumatic diseases like Arthiritis, Parlysis, Hemiplegia,
Paralysis-Agitanus, Sexual Weakness, Nervous Wakness and Nervous
disorders etc. Pizhichil is one of the special massages for
rejuvenating the whole body. The prescribed oil is first applied on
the head. Then the whole body is smeared with this medicated oil. This
requires a specific posture and bench; the person is made to lie on a
droni (a wooden bed specially designed for the purpose). Then pieces
of linen dipped in warm medicated oil is squeezed over on to the
patient’s body while massaging the body with the hand all the
time.
The massage is very slow and light without exerting much pressure.
Apart from being a lavish treatment, it also protects from illnesses
by building immunity for a bouncy life. and that’s not all;
Pizhichil is also a panacea for rheumatic diseases, blood pressure,
pain in the joints and diabetes.
Njavarkizhi
In this method, the entire body is made to perspire by the
application of certain medical pudding. The medical puddings are used
externally in the form of blouses and are tied up in a muslin bag.
 Sirodhara
In this therapy, highly medicated oil is poured as an even stream on
the forehead continuously to make effect on central nervous system.
Sirodhra will help you to tune up the brain and will also increase
your memory. The method is a good way of preventing and curing
diseases like paralysis, senile dementia and other neurological
ailments.
¤ The Kerala School of
Ayurveda
While Ayurveda barely managed to keep its head above water in most of
India, it thrived in robust health down in Kerala. It is primarily
because of two reasons:
1) Kerala boasts two
monsoons in a year (May-June and August-September), and provides an
ideal climate for the treatments it has preserved so well.
2) Kerala is also the land of Vagbhatta, the last and
well-known students of Charaka (the grand old man of medicine), who is
supposed to have taught his chosen 18 students here. The descendants
of three or four of these students practice the science till today.
You will be pleasantly surprised at the unique ‘treatment’
the Kerala School offers. A heavenly oil massage called snehana
is given. In fact, feudal lords in Kerala
are known to have indulged in it to keep themselves fighting fit. The
oils are ayurvedic and work wonders for the entire body functioning.
The oils are formulated as per the body constitution, age, symptoms
of ailment and the prevalent climatic condition. This is what sets
apart Ayurveda from other medical sciences: in recognizing each person’s
unique make up. As such there are more than 1500 formulations of
medicated oils for the treatment of various ailments.
Imagine going for a weight-losing programme with just herbal oil
massages and Ayurvedic medicines and no exercises or even dieting!
This kind of treatment is especially effective for arthritis,
spondylitis, paralysis, obesity, sinusitis, migraine, hysteria,
premature aging and other psychosomatic ailments.
¤ Ayurvedic centres
Kottakkal Arya Vaidyasala at Kottakkal, Malappuram.
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort at Palakkad.
Surya Ayurvedics Ltd. at Kanjany, Thrissur.
Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort at Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram.
Ideal Ayurvedic Center at Chowara Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram.
Ayushya Ayurvedic Center at Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram.
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