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What is Ayurveda and Panchakarma? TYPES OF AYURVEDA TREATMENTS

AYURVEDA TREATMENTS ARE FOR:

* health conscious clients who wish to experience a “tune-up holiday ” and benefit from rejuvenative and anti-aging Ayurveda treatments along with more strenuous yoga classes to maximise their good health and to enjoy a relaxing retreat that will physically and mentally benefit them.

* and guests who are sufferers from short or long term injuries, dis-eases or illnesses including • asthma, • allergies, • diabetes, • digestive disorders, • migraines, • neurological dysfunctions, • fibromyalgia • obesity and weight problems, • sinusitis, • psychological disorders, • all skin disorders, • insomnia, • Irritable Bowel Syndrome, etc.

For those with structural back problems the Ayurveda treatments will give clients immediate and long lasting relief from physical pain including sufferers of sciatic nerve damage.

Ayurvedic treatment is a life miraculous transformation to rejuvenate and restore the body's energy, nutrition and vitality leaving you feeling pain free, healthier and immune to diseases.

Clients who have illness issues that would benefit from a more intense treatment will be encouraged to ‘fast-track' their return to health and undergo a 14 day Panchakarma treatment to receive the maximum, longer lasting benefits of Ayurveda treatments.

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Contact and Costs The body's process and benefits of the optimum
14 day Purification treatment

According to Ayurveda there are of 2 types of treatment:

1.   Suppressive treatment   - by using medicines for short term diseases such as a cough, fever or pain.  

2.   Panchakarma Purification treatment : Each human body is prone to diseases according to our fast life. We live in a world of experiencing stress, polluted environments, unhealthy food, and also use of medicines. Some people are also more genetically prone to diseases.

So due to the consumption of the above, the toxins are accumulated in the body from birth onwards. We may even experience toxins as early as through our mother's milk due to her consumption of chemical medicines. 

According to Ayurveda, there are many channels in the body and these channels accumulate toxins which will block the flow of the body tissue. Certain parts of the body may not get enough circulation so there will be less flow. Some parts of the body may need more nutritive factors for the tissues to function, and as a result they become over functioning or less functioning.

This happens over a long period of time. The symptoms will appear in or on the body as diseases; we can cure it by Ayurvedic medicines and also by eliminating the toxins to make the channels more clear to support the flow of different nutritive tissues.

Toxins are in different parts of the body and to eliminate that first we do different massages according to the patients needs. The vessels are dilated and the warming and oiling effect through massage and using special herbal massage oils, create the flow of nutrition throughout the body.

After several days of treatment the toxins are eliminated out by the use of Panchakarma purification techniques.  The correct purification technique is chosen according to the disease and the nature of the body type. The following days of the 14 day treatment is used to heal, where the channels of the body are purified and the tissues are getting more nutrition so they start to function in a healthy way.

Herbal medicines are continued after the treatment to keep the process for longer. Therefore one of the concepts of Ayurveda is that after a minimum of 14 days, the body gets its energy back to restore its nutrition and health, and then the healthy process continues.

If you want to experience optimal health, it is crucial to maintain a strong digestive fire and eliminate toxins from your body. Panchakarma is a time-proven natural therapy that detoxifies and restores the body's inner balance and vitality.

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During one of our Group or Personalised Ayurveda and Yoga Healing Holidays clients will receive a personalised Health Assessment including a Dosha Diagnosis, information on any Dosha imbalance and information to help re-balance your body through diet and lifestyle. Also included is the Doctor's recommended Treatment and Herbal Medicine Plan.

Below are examples of Treatments:

RELAXATION & REJUVENATION THERAPY (RASAYANA THERAPY)

This treatment includes detoxification and rejuvenation of the body by herbal oils and medicines, which nourishes the body tissues. This therapy slows down the aging process. Recommended for age group between 16 and 70.

Major benefits of this treatment are prolonged life span, improved memory and intelligence, perfect health, youthfulness, bright complexion and colour, physical endurance strong sense organs, perfection in speech and sexual powers.

PURIFICATION & DETOXIFICATION PROGRAM
(PANCHAKARMA THERAPY)

A five-fold treatment, which includes different massages, internal herbal teas, treatments like Nasyam (Nasal drops), Virechanam (purgation), Vasthi (Enema therapy) etc.

This is for the mental and physical wellbeing, tones the body, mind, breath, and nerves and purifies the blood. Due to the complexity of these treatments and the associated detoxification diet that is essential to its success, the procedure takes a minimum of 14 days for the treatments.

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Ayurveda's 14 day ultimate detoxification and cleansing treatment

SPINE CARE & NECK CARE PROGRAM

This program includes special treatments for neck pain and low back pain due to various conditions like muscular conditions, Spondylosis, Spondylitis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Disc problems etc.

The treatment includes traditional massages with special herbs from Kerala, nasal drops, medicated spinal baths and internal medications.

STRESS AND STRAIN RELIEF PROGRAM

An effective and prominent treatment for the release of day-to day strain and stress. It calms your mood, brings relaxation of the body and mind, It slows down the pace. The package includes different traditional Ayurveda massages for soothening the body & mind.

SKIN CARE & BEAUTY CARE PROGRAM

This special program is for improving the complexion and toning up the body. This includes detoxification program and beautification therapies. Cures skin diseases like psoriasis, eczema, scabies, dermatitis, premature greying and hair falling etc.

This includes special herbal face packs, etc. According to Ayurveda “Inner peace brings outer beauty” and it suggests that when persons have high self worth or see the divine within they radiate true beauty. Thus outer beauty is a reflection of inner beauty.

Ayurveda advocates time tested treatments to improve complexion and colour. This program includes face massage, herbal face packs, nasal drops, intake of herbal recipes etc.

AYURVEDA WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM

From the perspective of Ayurveda, losing weight is not about starving or suppressing the appetite. It is about balancing your fat metabolism. You don't have to starve yourself or exercise until you drop.

Balance is the key and with a therapy that is tailor made to suit your constitution. Treatment includes body massage by special herbal powders and internal herbal medicine . Read further information



 

AYURVEDIC THERAPUTIC & CURATIVE TREATMENTS

As the Ayurvedic system of treatment is strictly personalised, the exact treatment and medicines will be finalised after detailed consultation with
Dr George BAMS.

The treatments may vary according to the patients body constitution and condition.

** Interested in losing weight?
Read detailed information on our Ayurveda Weight Loss Program



Examples of Ayurveda Specialised Treatments

Abhyanga
Abhyanga is Ayurveda's principal healing tool and the mother of all massages. It is a whole body massage given with herbal oils customised to your body type to detoxify, nourish and revitalize the body tissues (Dhatus). It nourishes layers of the skin to relieve fatigue and stress and release accumulated toxins in body tissue.

Abhyanga has much deeper and more far reaching effects than ordinary massage by using mineral oils and lotions. Abhyanga achieves the deepest healing effects by naturally harmonizing the Mind, Body and Spirit.

This massage is for 60 or 90 minutes and is one of the most rejuvenating treatments of Ayurveda which enhances the complexion and luster of the skin to provide nourishment and stamina to all part of the body.

Benefits : Increases tissue strength, improves blood circulation, rejuvenates the whole body, removes cellulite, beautifies the skin, anti aging, helps sleep better, relieves stress and tension headaches, relaxes muscles, improves flexibility, lubricates joints, improves posture, lowers blood pressure, helps manage pain, helps with depression, improves breathing, promotes vitality, strengthens immune system, reduces Vata imbalance.
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Shirodhara
In Shirodhara, medicated warm oil/herbal decoctions/medicated milk/buttermilk is continually poured on the forehead for 20 to 30 minutes. This procedure often induces a completely relaxing and rejuvenating mental and physical state. It deeply revitalizes the central nervous system.

Benefits:
Anxiety, Depression, Epilepsy, Hypertension, Diabetic Neuropathy, Central Nervous System, Hemiplegia Paraplegia, Strengthens the sensory organs, Insomnia, Pre-mature graying of the hair & hair loss Mental retardation, Paralysis, Stress. See it on Youtube



Kizhi
Herbs wrapped inside a pouch which is dipped into medicated herbal oil and applied to the entire body. This treatment is done for 45 minutes for 7 to 14 consecutive days.

Benefits: It is effective on those people suffering from arthritis with swelling, sports injuries, etc.


Netra Tarpana
This is a special treatment in which the eyes are bathed in pure medicated ghee (refined butter). This treatment is recommended between 8- 15 minutes.

Benefits:
Relieves the strain due to constant glaring to the Computer & TV screen, Refractive errors of the eyes, Chronic Conjunctivitis Corneal Ulcer, Dry Eye Syndrome, Eye diseases due to aggravation of Vata and Pitta toxins, Glaucoma Helps in preventing early formation of Cataract, Improper co-ordination and loss of movement of the eye balls, Pain and burning sensation in the eyes.



Navarakizhi
This is a highly effective anti aging / rejuvenation massage using a special type of rice that is cooked in milk, herbs and herbal decotion. It is then made into a fist size bundle of linen and dipped into herbal medicated ointment, then skillfully massaged all over the body.

Benefits:
Paralytic strokes, Anti-aging & rejuvenating, Strengthens tissues, Body ache, Emaciation, Debility Monoplegia, Osteo Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis.
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Talapodichil
Special ayurvedic herbal paste is pasted on the head for 30-45 minutes.

Benefits:
Headache, Depression, Hyper active conditions, Burning sensation in the eyes, Insomnia, Skin disorders.


Shiropichu
Special Medicated oil according to the body type is applied to the head for 30-45 minutes in a special manner.

Benefits:
Facial palsy, Headache, Insomnia, Improves memory, Dermatitis of the scalp, Dandruff, Other neurological disorders Paralysis, Skin disorders such as Eczema.


Chakra Vasti
This basti is applied to the umbilical region. It acts on the solar plexus and balances the digestive fire.

Benefits:
Indigestion, Constipation.


Patra Pinda Sweda
A highly rejuvenating treatment in which fresh plants are fried with several other herbal ingredients which are tied and, dipped into warm medicated oil and simultaneously massaged by therapists all over the body for one hour, it is applied after Abhyanga.

Benefits:
Chronic back pain, Loss of function of a part or whole limb, Joint stiffness and swellings, Muscular pain, Anti-aging & rejuvenating Sciatica, Spondylosis, Sprains and cramps.


Pizhichil
Medicated oil/medicated milk is poured onto the body in continuous streams while being gently massaged by therapists for one hour. It is extremely soothing and relaxing. It acts as a free radical scavenger, toning, strengthening and deeply rejuvenating the whole body.

Benefits:
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) after exposure to a viral or bacterial infection, Increases Ojus & Body Immunity, Anti-aging & rejuvenating Alleviates the burning sensation in the body, Ensures better circulation, Helps to recover from paralysis, Promotes healing of fractures.


Shiroabhyanga
A soothing massage of the head, neck and shoulder for 15 minutes using warm herbal oils.

Benefits:
Insomnia, Brings sound sleep, Cooling to the eyes, Headache, Removes dandruff, Pre-mature graying & hair loss, profoundly soothing and relaxing.


Padaabhyanga
A very stimulating massage of the lower legs and the feet for 30 minutes to activate the acupressure points.

Benefits:
Improves the eyes, Soothing and cooling to the eyes, Alleviates burning of the eyes, Induces deep sleep, Improves luster of the skin, Smoothens cracked skin of the feet, Hyper tension, Relieves tiredness of the feet.


Shiro Vasti
A special technique of bathing the head for 45 minutes in medicated oils using a special apparatus.

Benefits:
Anxiety, Facial paralysis, Insomnia, Neurological disorders, Psychological disorders, Skin disorders such as Eczema & Psoriasis, Stress.


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