Before you search for an Ayurveda Panchakarma in India, you must know what exactly is Panchkarma. Here is where you will know all about it.
Background
Ayurveda basically intends for maintaining the health of the healthy person and treating the diseased. To maintain good health, it suggests certain daily routines and seasonal routines to follow. In case there is an imbalance in health then it is treated either with help of some medication or with detoxification. And this detoxification process is called Panchakarma.
Panchakarma in Detail
In simple words, Panchakarma is an Ayurvedic art of detoxification used for thousands of years. The process of Panchakarma is carried out in three phases –
- Preparation
- Detoxification
- Rejuvenation
As per the terms used it is Purva karma, Pradhan karma, and Paschat karma. The preparation includes the oileation of the body externally by means of different massage and internally by means of ghee intake with the food. This helps the body for preparation of the main therapy which is either of one procedure from Panchakarma. The therapies include Vaman, Virechan, Basti, Nasya, and Rakthamokshan. After preparation, the main therapy of detoxification is practiced as planned. Post detoxification the rejuvenation therapy is done to give the whole process a comprehensive result. Throughout the process, there are certain supplements and medication advised as per need along with the dietary correction if any.
What are the 5 Fundamental Therapies?
- Vaman: Also called therapeutic vomiting
- Virechan: It is a medicated purgation therapy that specifically aims at eliminating toxins from the body.
- Basti: It is a therapeutic enema. It is either decoction-based or medicated oil-based
- Nasya: It is a nasal administration of the medication, mainly medicated oil. This helps for the complaints mainly of sinus, frequent cold, Neck and shoulder complaints also.
- Raktamoshan: Literally, like its name, is bloodletting therapy. When the toxins enter the blood level this therapy is done to release impurities from blood tissue.
What is the Purpose of Panchakarma?
There is not one but two
- Detach the toxins and remove them from the body
- Rejuvenate from within
Who should opt for Panchakarma?
Well, Ayurveda is for all!
- One who wants to maintain a healthy state without any health complaints
- One who wants to address a specific ailment
What is the Purpose of Panchakarma?
There is not one but two
- Detach the toxins and remove them from the body
- Rejuvenate from within
Who should opt for Panchakarma?
Well, Ayurveda is for all!
- One who wants to maintain a healthy state without any health complaints
- One who wants to address a specific ailment
Note: Not all 5 therapies are meant for all. Based on your body’s requirement, the Doctor decides your course.
Now the Most Important Aspect to Consider, the Dos & Don’ts
- Follow the daily routine as suggested by the doctor. It is advised to keep the body warm, drink lukewarm water, etc.
- Avoid physical exertion and excessive workout
- Follow the said dietary discipline
Conclusion
Panchakarma is an intensive therapy that requires supervision. So if you plan to undergo this magical art of healing and detoxification you must consider doing it under expert guidance from one of the leading healthcare centers like Kaivalyadhama.
So when are you embarking on the journey of discovery, cleansing, detoxification, and awakening of your healing energies and senses?
Dr. Gururaj R. D.
Dr. Gururaj is more than an Ayurveda doctor. He is an author, counsellor, therapist, teacher and a healer. His contribution in the Ayurveda department as an RMO for more than ten years is immense, highly appreciated and sustained. He has contributed in the field of R&D, written popular and scientific articles on the impact on ayurveda as an alternative form of medication for various ailments. For those busy minds who want to understand the intricacies and profit from Ayurveda, he has extended his services to conduct practical Ayurveda course and lectures in our college of Yoga.