Arthritis “(Painful Joints)"

Arthritis is one of the most common diseases for which Ayurvedic help is being sought these days. According to Ayurveda mostly pains are caused by the aggravation of vata dosha. Arthritis is a condition which is caused by accumulation of ama and aggravation of vata. (Ama is a toxic by-product of improper digestion) This ama circulates in the whole body and deposits or gets collected at the sites which are weaker. When it deposits in the joints and at the same time there is aggravation of vata, it results in a disease called amavata. This amavata is arthritis.

Ayurvedic threpies like Dhanyamla dhara, Pizhichi(kayasekam) and a course of Vasthi shown excellent response in this ailment.

Constipation

Inadequate fiber and water intake are common culprits, and hectic lifestyle is also often leads to this nagging health problem. The condition results due to derangement of digestive fire followed by vitiation of Apana Vayu. Treatment aims at lifestyle modifications such as scheduling regular meal times, responding to natural urges timely, high fluid and high fiber intake, exercises to stimulate and strengthen the muscles of the intestinal tract along with administration of carminatives and mild laxatives.

Long term sufferers might be advised to undergo specific Panchakarma procedures, like Snehavasti (medicated oil enemas) and/or Kashayavasthi (medicated decoction enemas) after a course of Snehana and Swedana to correct the deranged apana vayu.

Psoriasis

This is a chronic skin disease in which itchy, scaly and red patches are formed on various parts of the body and the scalp. While treating such a condition, the excessively accumulated toxins in the blood are loosened by administration of medicated ghee (Snehapana) and later they are eliminated out of the body through Vamana (therapeutic emesis) or Virechana (therapeutic purgation)

Some of the external procedures like Takradhara, Sarvanga dhara with takra are also adopted to change the texture of the skin while most of the internal medications purify the blood. We also recommend specialized vasthi in such cases.

Sinusitis

Sinuses are the mucous lined air spaces in the facial bones that communicate with the nose. When they get inflamed the main symptoms produced are sneezing, headache, heaviness, tenderness over the affected regions.

Siro abhynaga and a course of Nasya are the most effective Panchakarma treatment which removes the accumulated toxins from the head region and provides a long-term relief. Internal medicines also aid in pacifying the aggravated toxins in the affected region.

Spondylosis

Spondolosis (Cervical) known as Greeva Graha (neck pain) in Ayurvedic texts. It can result due to wrong postural habits and sleeping pattern. It can be a professional hazard with computer operators, clerks, officer workers etc., or can express itself in old age due to degenerative changes. The deranged vata is responsible for the typical symptoms such as neck pain, restricted movement of neck, pain radiating to shoulders and arms, tingling sensation in the fingers etc.,

Headache

Stress Management

Modern age is the age of stress and strain. The fast life is exciting as well as overtaxing. The holistic approach of Ayurveda tackles these hazards in its own natural way. It focuses on the impact of the mind on body, and vice versa.

Carefully planned programs such as special soothing massages, Pizhichil, Shirodhara, etc., works at the physical level to soothe the aching muscles and tensed nerves. In deeper level cleaning is done by a course of Vasthi. At the same time, individually selected yoga, meditation and Pranayama [breathing exercises] programs calm down the Mind & bring back the natural rhythm of the mind and body.

Lifestyle disease management

Diabetes, Hypertension, High Cholesterol and associated complications are the main health concerns of the modern age and are called 'Lifestyle Diseases' or 'Diseases of this Civilization'. 'Since Ayurveda is the “Meaning of Life' it addresses all the problems come under the category of Lifestyle Diseases with time-tested methodologies. It is planned with effective Ayurvedic therapies, herbal internal medicines, and directed towards correcting the problems as well as to prevent all the possible complications. After analyzing the basic constitution and the existing health problems of the individual, proper food and lifestyle advises with necessary follow up will be provided in time to time.  

Spine and joint care

The strength of Ayurveda in the area of spine and joint treatment is globally appreciated. Since it addresses the root cause of the issue the results are fantastic. 'Spine Joint care' is a well planned health approach using all the possibilities of Ayurveda to treat various spine and joint problems like spondylitis, slip disc, sciatica, osteo-arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, scoliosis, sport injury, etc. The therapies like Ilakizhi (Pathrapotala swedam), Podikizhi (Choorna pinda swedam), Pizhichil, Kadeevasthi, Dhara, Sirovathi, Pichu and lepam included in the management and all directed towards relieving the inflammatory changes, releasing the spasm in the affected area, strengthening the supportive tissues holding the spine/joints, nourishing the joints through improving the circulation. This approach is also effective as a preventive way to avoid the possible spine and joint complications in people who had a history of back and neck problems.

Weight reduction

According to Ayurveda, continuous indulgence in high fat food, fried items, etc., along with sedentary life-style leads to excess accumulation of body fat which gets deposited in the numerous body channels. This condition is associated with irregular appetite, hypertension, diabetes and many other metabolic-disorders. Special traditional approaches are included in this with the purpose to cut down this excess fat, to correct the irregular metabolism and to clear the body channels. Deep dry massage with herbal powders and pastes, synchronized massage with specific oils, steam bath, etc., mobilize the accumulated fat, where as, specially designed diet programs prevent its further accumulation. Along with these, appropriate Panchakarma therapies are also advised by the physicians based on the requirements of the individuals.