About Ayurveda

Ayurveda evolved around 600 BC in India. Ayurveda or "The Science of Life" is one of the oldest systems of healing in this world. It is believed that the Gods themselves handed over the wisdom of Ayurveda to sages, for the benefit of mankind. Ayurveda was carefully practiced & nurtured by the traditional families of Ayurvedic Vaidyas or doctors. Initially Ayurveda was practiced by eight families known as Ashta Vaidyas.

Ayurveda takes a holistic view of the total person & it has answers & remedies to all malaises of today's world such as stresses & strains & the umpteen physical & psychometric diseases that the modern life breeds. Hence Ayurveda has specific treatment methods for the curative, preventive & rejuvenative purposes.

About Abayangam

Abhyangam is a popular body massage in ayurveda. Abhyanga The word itself means for massaging. In Ayurveda, the massage Abhyangam became popular because of its efficient way to condition the body. Abhyangam can be used therapeutically.Special type of massage oil in which courses are given as needed about 45 minutes per day for 14 days.

Abhyangam can increase the production of antibodies corpuscles and white blood, which provide more resistance against viruses and diseases. This helps the defense mechanism in the body and increase immunity to environmental changes. In this way the massage abhyangam is a protective, preservative and a rejuvenator, a growing self-confidence and power of will. To massage is to exercise the nervous system.

About Dhara(Thakra Dhara ,Siro Dhara)

Dhara is a process by which the herbal oils, medicated milk, buttermilk and so on are pured on to the forehead for about 45 minutes a day. This treatment is being done for Vatha predominant diseases, mental disorders, Neurasthenia, memory loss and certain skin diseases like psoriasis.

The Dhanyamla Dhara includes puring of medicinal liquid over different parts of the body. This therapy continues for 45 to 60 minutes per day and lasts for 7 to 12 days. The liquid medicine hot Luc is left falling over the body on a rhythmic mode of a ship hooked.

About Patra Potala

Leaves & powders of medicinal herbs are fried in medicated oil and applied over the body in rhythmic massage.

Popularly known as Elakizhi or Pachakizhi this is a variety of fomentation process using herbal leaves, boluses and medicated oils. If applied continuously for a period of 7 days.

Arthritic shoulder, sciatica, pain and stiffness of joints, post paralytic spasm, other spastic and inflammatory conditions etc can be cured.

About Sirovasthi

Sirovasthi is an effective treatment in Ayurveda for nervous system disorders. In this therapy, warm medicated oil is retained over the head for a certain amount of time. This oil is a mixture of gingely oil, castor oil, ghee, common milk, and various herb extracts. Herbs and oil are boiled in a special way in order to extract their full medicinal properties.

Sirovasthi treatment is mainly useful in facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, burning sensation of head, eye diseases, diseases of cranial nerves and hair fall. It is also helpful to improve memory and vision.

LeechTherapy

Leech have been used to treat a variety of ailments, including nervous system abnormalities, dental problems, skin diseases, and infections. Leech therapy is sometimes the best alternative in treating illnesses, and even surpasses pharmacological treatments.

Leech therapy are used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory processes. It is perfect for those with vascular (arterial and venous diseases), heart (ischemic diseases and hypertension). Likewise, individuals with problems in their genitourinary system and gynecological disorders will also benefit greatly from leech therapy. Skin diseases like psoriasis, herpes, and eczema can also be treated with leech therapy.