Wellness begins with Panchakarma
Preventive healthcare refers to all measures that prevent the onset of diseases. This can start with regular health check-ups, even when one is healthy. In addition, it is the strongest line of defense against chronic diseases. Ayurveda prescribes Panchakarma for a healthy body and a healthy mind. In other words, it purifies the body from toxic waste in the body due to wrong modern life styles.
Panchakarma comprises of 5 therapeutic methods. Above all, each procedure has an importance in our body. Therefore, we take extreme care at Itoozhi Ayurveda while performing Panchakarma. This is very important when it is prescribed for a health condition. Above all, patients leave us after Panchakarma with an improved vigour. In addition, they resume their normal activities with total confidence. Let us look in detail the concept, processes, the benefits of Panchakarma. Above all, why it is best done in a traditional Ayurveda Hospital.
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The five different procedures in Panchakarma treatment
In this procedure patients are induced to vomit. This stage is for purifying your chest and stomach. This treatment is a cure for chronic respiratory problems and allergic skin disorders.
It is purgation process, which concentrates on purifying your entire body along with vascular system. This method also helps us to get rid of various skin-related problems.
Kashayavasthi – During this procedure patients are subjected to medicated enema using time tested Ayurvedic preparations. The aim of this process is to solve any rheumatic and neurological problems in the body. In addition, obesity is another problem which vasthi has proved to be the remedy.
Snehavasthi – Here, medicated oil is used for enema. This is very effective for back pain.
In this method, medicated oils and are poured into nostrils. This is used to treat headaches including migraine, cervical spondylosis, facial palsy etc. As a result, Nasyam gives wonderful relief from these, when done under expert supervision.
It is the best remedy for all ailments caused by impure blood. During this procedure, thrust is given on treatments developed for purifying the blood in the body. Obviously, this process is the best cure for skin eruptions and psoriasis amongst others. Jalaukavacharanam is one of the most popular methods in is class ( Jalauka refers to the leech) Accomplishing the Rakthamokshana by allowing the leech to suck the blood from the site of lesion is known as Jalaukavacharanam. For this purpose non-poisonous leeches (Hirudo medicinalis) are used.
Panchakarma is a complex process. Therefore, to get the best out of it, Ayurveda prescribes few preparatory treatments. Snehapanam and Swedanam are two among them. Snehapanam is an internal treatment by taking medicated oils and ghee. Swedam is the external massage of the body using hot cloth bundles. In addition, this also includes medicated warm oil bath or steam bath. Similarly, Ayurveda uses medicated hot water bath in some cases. This treats peptic duodenal ulcers, skin problems and degenerative diseases. Similarly, Abhyangam uses special Ayurvedic herbal oils for the body. As a result, it prevents early ageing and relieves muscular aches and pain.
The Concept of Kizhi
Kizhi literally means a cloth bolus. In Ayurveda treatment, it is a medicated pack in the shape of a ball. The packs are made up of rice ( Njavarakizhi ) or herbal powder (Choorna Kizhi) or herbal leaves (Ilakizhi ). This treatment is useful in musculo-skeletal disorders, degenerative conditions and neurological problems.
Doing Fomentation with a bundle of medicinal powder tied in cotton cloth.
Ilakizhi uses herbal leaves and the procedure is like Podikizhi.
To make Nvara Kizhi, boil rice and cook in a mixture of milk and a decoction. Pack it in cloth and tie into bundle. Apply this on the head and body. The patient lies on the table on his back. Repeat this until the cloth bundle becomes empty.
Dhara
The two principal methods are Shirodhara and Thakaradhara. For instance, Shirodhara is pouring medicated fluids-oils, milk or buttermilk on the forehead, in a special way. Ayurveda uses medicated oils as this is the most common method. The treatments start with oil application on head and body. However, Thakradhara is pouring medicated buttermilk on the forehead. The treatments start with oil application on head and body. Also, tying a cloth piece around the patients’ forehead protects the eyes.
Snehapaana
Snehapaana consists of two words – sneha and paana. Sneha means the oily material like ghee (clarified butter), sesame oil or marrow. Similarly, Paana means to drink. Snehapaana uses Ghee (clarified butter). This process is the first step in preparing the person for an intensive cleansing of the system. This cleansing includes Vamana (inducing vomiting) or Virechana (inducing purgation). Specifically, this helps in stabilizing the doshas of the body.
The concept of Pichu
Pichu is an external oil application, superior to abhyanga in effect. This is good for the head, low back etc. Moreover, this is a major treatment in Ayurveda. However, at times Ayurveda uses a simplified version of Pichu along with other oil treatments like abhyanga. Above all, this is very effective.
Pizhichil (Kayasekam)
Ayurveda recommends Pizhichil for rheumatic and neurological ailments. For this, the patient lies in a wooden in a tub made of medicinal wood. It begins with applying a slow stream of warm medicated oil all over the body. After that, ayurvedic massages follow. As a result, the body is refreshed and energised.
Sirovasti
The treatment consists of keeping the prescribed, warm medicated oil in a leather cap. This leather cap fits around the patient’s head. The medicated oil then fills up the cap up to a level of one finger above the crown of the head.
When do you need Panchakarma?
This is a preventive treatment.
Hence we can do this anytime, depending upon an Ayurvedic physician’s advice. In addition, it is a welcome change and helps the body recoup to healthy levels. Above all, Ayurveda’s primary detoxification treatment has many benefits. These include quantifiable reductions in an arrangement of blood-based metabolites.
These are those connected with aggravation, cardiovascular sickness danger and cholesterol control. The human body sends strong signals when it needs attention. Panchakarma is a welcome step for this under medical supervision. Similarly, Panchakarma is one of the Ayurvedic treatments that cleanses toxins. Above all, this boosts the physical and mental well being. Similarly, this also helps in many illnesses.
Itoozhi Ayurveda’ Expertise
Itoozhi Ayurveda has a legacy in traditional Ayurvedic treatments since the beginning of 18th century. It is one of the most renowned traditional Ayurveda hospitals in north Malabar. For instance., Itoozhi Ayurveda has one of the best Panchakarma treatment centers in Kerala. Above all, it is home to expert Ayurveda physicians.
How Itoozhi Ayurveda benefits your Health : 5 Ways
A legacy beyond compare
Itoozhi Ayurveda has a legacy dating back to 18th century. As a result, this has created an expert team of physicians and panchakarma experts.
Authentic medicines
The Itoozhi medicine manufacturing unit manufactures all the Ayurveda medicines used at Itoozhi Ayurveda. This is under the Itoozhi Vaidyashala brand and produces more than 600 medicines.
GMP certified medicine manufacturing unit
The unit that produces Itoozhi’s medicines is GMP certified. A Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification scheme provides independent verification and certification on two things. The first is the quality of basic manufacturing practices. In addition, the second ensures all that it follows all that is necessary for an effective (HACCP) food safety programme.
Home-grown medicinal plants
Itoozhi grows all the medicinal plants & herbs for its medicines on its own herbal farms. The project name of this effort is Oushadha Sasya Krishi Padashala. In addition, it is the biggest venture of its kind in Kerala. In other words, this ensures the highest quality & authenticity all through the process.
NABH accredited Hospital
Itoozhi Ayurveda Nursing Home at Mayyil is the first traditional Ayurveda hospital in North Malabar region to have this credit. In addition, this certification showcases the excellent quality of medical services by Itoozhi Ayurveda.
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