Ayurveda & Panchkarma – Shanti Ratnam

Ayurvedic & Panchakarma

Ancient holistic healing system from India.

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Ayurvedic & Panchakarma

The doshas govern various physiological and psychological functions in the body and can become imbalanced due to lifestyle choices, stress, diet, or environmental factors.
At the core of Ayurveda lies the belief that each individual is unique, with a distinct constitution and energy balance. This constitution, known as “dosha,” comprises three main types: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The doshas govern various physiological and psychological functions in the body and can become imbalanced due to lifestyle choices, stress, diet, or environmental factors.

Abhyanga

Abhyanga is a traditional Ayurvedic massage using warm herbal oils that offers numerous health benefits. It promotes relaxation, detoxification, and improved circulation, leading to overall well-being and harmony between the mind and body. Regular Abhyanga can help alleviate stress, enhance muscle tone, and foster a deep sense of inner balance and connection.

Directional massage boosts circulation, aiding toxin elimination from tissues.
Alleviates both physical and mental exhaustion.
Enhances musculoskeletal function, eases stiffness, and brings a sense of lightness to the body.
Aids healthy body development, refines figure, rejuvenates tissues, and aids in weight and fat reduction.

Sarvang Bashpa Swedan

Sarvang Bashpa Swedan is a widely practiced Swedana (sudation) technique in Ayurvedic hospitals. It involves utilizing a closed steam chamber equipped with a retractable lid. Patients are positioned supine with their heads outside the chamber. Steam infused with Ayurvedic decoction is then introduced into the chamber to gently warm the patient’s body. This process is repeated for a few minutes daily, followed by a light oil massage of the entire body.

First-line therapy for Vata-related musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions in Ayurveda.
It is also key line treatment in obesity
Useful in treatment of skin disorders

Shirodhara

Shirodhara: Ayurvedic therapy involving slow medicated oil dripping on the forehead’s center. Also uses liquids like kwath, buttermilk, or milk, based on the patient’s condition. “Shira” means head, and “dhara” means flow.

Elevates CNS function, and treats anxiety, depression, and mental fatigue, offering rejuvenating mind-body experience.
It reduces Blood pressure.
Relieves migraines or any kind of headache, reduces hair fall, Neurological Disorders.

Kati Vasti

Kati Vasti is an Ayurvedic therapy targeting lower back pain and related conditions. Warm herbal oil is poured and held within a specially crafted boundary on the lower back, offering relief and promoting healing.

Effective in providing targeted relief for lower back pain and related discomfort.
Helps improve flexibility, strengthens the lower back, and aids in addressing muscular imbalances.

Greeva Vasti

Greeva Vasti is an Ayurvedic treatment that involves retaining warm medicated oil in the neck area, providing relief from neck pain, stiffness, and associated discomfort while promoting flexibility and improved neck function.

Helps alleviate cervical spondylosis.
Improves blood circulation to the neck.
Overall relaxation and enhanced well-being.

Shirovasti

Shirovasti is a specialized Ayurvedic treatment known for its therapeutic benefits for the head and neck regions. By using a unique leather cap to retain warm medicated oil, Shirovasti effectively addresses neurological disorders, migraines, and enhances mental clarity and relaxation.

Relieves stress and promotes relaxation, improving mental clarity.
Nourishes and revitalizes the scalp, reducing hair fall.
Supports overall well-being by balancing the doshas and enhancing energy flow.

Janu Vasti

Janu Basti is a specialized hot oil therapy, wherein warm medicated oil is poured into a reservoir formed on the knees. Tailored to individual conditions, this treatment effectively addresses knee issues, offering relief and promoting joint health.

The main effect of this therapy is to reduce pain
Reduce inflammation and degeneration of tissues.
Enhanced production of lubrication inside the joint.

Udvardtana

Udvartana, a unique form of Abhyang, involves massaging the entire body below the neck using herbal powders or a combination of herbal powders and oil. The technique includes applying pressure while massaging against the hair orientation, offering various therapeutic benefits.

It helps to reduce the excess fat accumulated (cellulitis) underneath the skin.
It strengthens the muscles by toning them.
Exfoliates the dead cells of the skin.

Pinda Sweda

Patra Pinda Swedana is a rejuvenating therapy utilizing heated herbal pouches (potli) to relax and nourish the targeted area. The treatment’s potent effects open pores, induce perspiration, and enhance peripheral blood circulation, leading to detoxification and overall well-being.

Relieves pain and strengthens muscles and skin.
Effective in inflammatory conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Effective in painful conditions such as Osteoarthritis and spondylitis.

Lepam

Lepam is a topical application of herbal pastes or poultices on specific body areas to treat various skin conditions and ailments. The herbal ingredients provide therapeutic benefits, promote healing, and improve skin health naturally.

Reduces inflammation and soothes skin irritations.
Promotes wound healing and tissue regeneration.
Provides relief from joint and muscular pain when applied to affected areas.

Vaman

Vamana is an Ayurvedic cleansing procedure that expels accumulated Kapha and Pitta doshas from the body through the upper gastrointestinal tract. Through specific preoperative steps, doshas are brought to the stomach and duodenum and then induced to be eliminated by emesis.

Effective elimination of excess Kapha and Pitta doshas.
Reduces symptoms of nausea, heaviness, and congestion.
Improves digestion and metabolism.

Virechan

Virechana, a part of Panchakarma, specifically targets Pitta doshas through medical purgation. It purifies the blood, liver, and gallbladder by eliminating accumulated toxins. This therapy thoroughly cleanses the gastrointestinal tract, promoting improved circulation, sense clarity, bodily lightness, enhanced energy, digestion, disease prevention, and bowel movement.

Slows down the aging process
Enhances the immune system of the individual
Increases sexual power.
Calms the mind and relaxes the body.

Vasti

Basti is an Ayurvedic hot oil therapy where warm medicated oil is poured into a specially created reservoir on the knees. Tailored to individual conditions, this treatment effectively addresses knee issues, providing relief and promoting joint health.

The main effect of this therapy is to reduce pain·
The main effect of this therapy is to reduce pain
Enhanced production of lubrication inside the joint.

Nasyam

Nasyam is an Ayurvedic procedure involving the administration of medicated oil through the nostrils. This treatment aims to cleanse and purify the sinuses and upper respiratory tract, offering various health benefits.

It is useful in the treatment of various disorders Like Headaches, and Migraines.
Facial Paralysis, Hemiplegia, And Aphasia.
It is the most effective treatment for Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Cold, And Cough.
It is also given in the treatment of insomnia.

Avagaham

Avagaham is an Ayurvedic therapeutic technique involving immersing the body in a warm herbal decoction or oil-infused water. This therapy promotes relaxation, relieves muscle tension, and soothes joint pain, making it beneficial for various musculoskeletal and nervous system conditions.

Relieves muscle tension and joint pain.
Soothes and rejuvenates the body.
Promotes relaxation and reduces stress.
Improves blood circulation.

Narang Kizhi

Narang Kizhi, an Ayurvedic therapy, involves a warm herbal poultice filled with dried citrus fruits and medicinal herbs. This treatment provides relief from joint and muscle pain, reduces inflammation, and promotes relaxation, contributing to improved overall health and well-being.

Effective relief from joint and muscle pain.
Reduces inflammation and swelling.
Improves blood circulation.

Navara Kizhi

Navara Kizhi is an Ayurvedic treatment involving boluses filled with cooked Navara rice and medicinal herbs, applied to the body. This therapy promotes muscle strength, relieves pain, nourishes the skin, improves blood circulation, and enhances overall health and vitality.

Strengthens muscles and joints.
Relieves body pain and stiffness.
Nourishes and rejuvenates the skin.
Improves blood circulation.

Podikizhi

Podikizhi is an Ayurvedic therapy involving hot herbal poultices filled with medicated powders. These poultices are applied to the body, promoting relief from joint and muscle pain, reducing inflammation, detoxifying the skin, and revitalizing the body, leading to overall well-being.

Provides relaxation and stress relief.
Enhances flexibility and mobility.
Promotes overall health and vitality.

Tarpan

Tarpan is an Ayurvedic eye therapy that involves retaining medicated ghee in a dam-like structure around the eyes. This treatment nourishes and lubricates the eyes, improves vision, relieves eye strain, and addresses various eye-related issues, promoting overall eye health.

Nourishes and lubricates the eyes.
Improves vision and clarity.
Relieves eye strain and dryness.
Helps manage eye conditions like dry eyes and conjunctivitis.
Promotes overall eye health and vitality.

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