Panchakarma
Panchakarma is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy that involves a series of cleansing and rejuvenating treatments designed to restore the body’s natural balance and promote overall health and well-being.
The phases of panchakarma resemble a purification akin to cleansing a vessel. To ensure thorough cleansing and the extraction of most entrenched residues from the body, the toxins must first dissolve. Just as a detergent aids in eliminating grease from a surface, panchakarma utilizes ghee (clarified, melted butter), serving as a gentle yet effective detergent, to dissolve the adhesive substances within the body.
In alignment with the cleaning analogy:
- 1. Eliminate the “dust” or “adhesive elements.”
- 2. Apply the detergent or “Ghee” (butter free of lactose).
- 3. Cleanse or “flush out toxins from the body” based on the individual’s condition.
- 4. Restore its brilliance or “Revitalize.”
Benefit
Panchakarma stands as a time-honored remedy for contemporary ailments, offering a transformative journey. Its advantages encompass:
UNLEASH YOUR INNATE HEALING POTENTIAL
- Cleanse your body deeply, purifying at a cellular level to amplify your body's innate ability to self-heal.
- Alleviate pain arising from inflammation (such as joint pain, arthritis, gout, knee, and back discomfort).
- Counteract the adverse effects of stress and achieve a serene state of well-being.
- Overcome dependencies on substances like coffee, alcohol, and tobacco while restoring equilibrium to fertility hormones.
- Attain healthy weight loss and sustain it in a balanced manner.
Ayurveda Treatments
Feel Rejuvenated with Ayurvedic Treatments
“Pancha”karma” translates to the five detoxification procedures in Ayurveda, designed to expel accumulated toxins and mucus (Aama) from the body. These treatments encompass –
Nasyam
Vamanam
Virechanam
Flushes out the bowels.
Kashayavasthi
There are two primary types of vasti (enemas) that serve as effective methods for cleansing the large intestines.
Rakthamoksham
Therapeutic Bloodletting by different methods
Treatment Itinerary
All treatments follow a comprehensive medical approach, which is why the treatment plan can vary for each guest. Nevertheless, there are fundamental elements that remain consistent for everyone.
PROCEDURE
Nasyam can be performed independently, without the need for extensive preparations like snehapanam. The medicinal solution for nasyam is gently warmed using a water bath.
Here’s what to expect during the procedure:
- Sit comfortably on a chair while a gentle massage is administered to your face and shoulder using a small amount of oil.
- Following the massage, a mild steam treatment will be directed at your face and shoulder.
- Lie down on the therapy table after these preparatory steps.
- Your eyes will be covered with a clean cotton cloth, and the lukewarm medicinal solution will be poured alternately into both nostrils.
- Immediately after the medicine is instilled, a gentle massage will be given to your face, palms, soles, temples, and cheeks.
- Inhale the medicine with moderate force and expel it through your mouth, turning your head from side to side without getting up from the lying position.
AFTERCARE
After the procedure, remain lying down for a few minutes as rising too quickly might cause dizziness. Medicated smoke inhalation and gargling with warm saline water will help expel any residual mucus.
DO’S
- Inform the doctor of any symptoms like fever, a runny nose, or headaches before the procedure.
- If you experience discomfort such as headaches, dizziness, or a burning sensation afterward, contact your doctor.
DON’TS
- Inhale gently and avoid forceful inhalation.
- Refrain from exposing yourself to excessive wind, cold, sun, or engaging in strenuous activity immediately afterward.
- Avoid eating or bathing right before or after the procedure.
- Refrain from undergoing this procedure if you have a cold or fever.
- It’s not recommended for children, the elderly, or individuals who are very weak.
- Avoid if you’re under the influence of alcohol or narcotics.
- Maintain a gap of at least two hours between the procedure, meals, and bathing.
