Therapies
Panchakarma ( Five body evacuative procedure)
Panchakarma, a core practice in Ayurveda under Kayachikitsa (Internal Medicine), offers a holistic approach to internal body purification using five specialized procedures. This purification restores balance, rejuvenates the body, and enhances the effectiveness of subsequent treatments. Panchakarma serves multiple therapeutic roles, including promoting, preventing, curing, and rehabilitating health. It is often misunderstood as just oil massage but extends to a range of treatments like detoxification, rejuvenation, and revitalization. With rising global recognition, Panchakarma addresses modern health issues caused by toxins, such as stress-related conditions, by eliminating toxins and promoting healing and overall well-being.
Panchakarma (Five Major Bio-PurificationTherapies)
- Vamana (Therapeutic vomiting or emesis)
- Virechana (Purgation)
- Nasya (Elimination of toxins through the nose)
- Raktamokshana (Bloodletting)
- Vasti (Therapeutic Enema)
Purpose of Panchakarma
The objective of Panchakarma can be studied according to the following three divisions-
Panchakarma in healthy person (Preventive purpose)
For Promotive purpose
According to disease (Curative purpose)
Dinacharya (day time regimen)
Ritucharya (seasonal regimen)
As a measure for Vegavarodhajanya lakshana (symptoms arising due to retention of natural urges)
Preoperative Procedures to Panchakarma
Panchakarma, Ayurveda’s detoxification therapy, is a potent body purification method. However, it requires careful preparation to avoid complications. Preoperative procedures are essential to gradually prepare the body for toxin elimination, ensuring a safe and effective Panchakarma treatment. Directly performing it without these preparatory steps can lead to serious issues.
Panchakarma Treatment
1. Deepana-Pachana (Stimulating Digestive Fire)
Deepana-Pachana is a crucial preparatory step in Panchakarma, focused on stimulating the digestive fire (Agni) and eliminating toxins (Ama). Ayurvedic herbs are used to enhance digestion, and the process continues until no signs of toxins remain. Skipping this step and proceeding to oil administration (Snehana) can lead to serious complications, including loss of consciousness.
2. Abhyanga (Oil Massage) & Sweda (Herbal Steam Bath)
After balancing the digestive fire, Abhyanga (oil massage) and Sweda (herbal steam bath) are performed to liquefy toxins and open blocked channels, moving toxins towards the gut and Nasopharynx. These procedures calm aggravated Vata and prepare the body for the main Panchakarma process. Following these preoperative steps ensures safe and effective detoxification, with the guidance of a qualified Ayurveda practitioner being essential for personalized treatment.
Nasya Karma
Nasya Karma for Health Promotion and Elimination of Vitiated Kapha
Preparation:
Head Massage (Abhyanga): Before Nasya Karma (nasal therapy), 3-7 sessions of head massage (Abhyanga) using warm, medicated oil are essential. This procedure relaxes muscles, opens body channels (Srotas), and prepares the body for effective Nasya treatment.
Herbal Steam (Sweda): After head massage, herbal steam therapy (Sweda) is applied to further loosen and mobilize accumulated toxins, especially those related to vitiated Kapha. This process facilitates easier expulsion of toxins through the nasal passages during Nasya treatment
Nasya Karma Procedure:
In the Nasya Karma procedure, after preparation, warm medicated oil or herbal extract is administered into each nostril. The patient is positioned to allow the oil to penetrate the nasal passages, where it lubricates and cleanses, dislodging and eliminating excess Kapha accumulated in the head and sinuses..
Repetition and Benefits:
Nasya Karma should be repeated 3-7 times for optimal results, ensuring complete elimination of excess Kapha and clearing blockages. Regular practice promotes mental clarity, strengthens the senses, improves head and neck functions, and helps prevent or manage Kapha-related conditions like sinusitis, headaches, and respiratory issues.
Benefits:
Clears blockages in the nasal passages
Enhances mental clarity and cognitive function
Alleviates conditions related to Kapha imbalance, such as sinusitis, headaches, and respiratory issues
Price : £150 for 3 Nasya with Consultation
Virechana
Virechana (Purgation)
Purpose:
Virechana is a cleansing procedure primarily aimed at eliminating toxins associated with the vitiated Pitta dosha from the body, particularly from the digestive system.
Method:
Virechana is a cleansing procedure focused on removing toxins associated with the vitiated Pitta dosha from the digestive system.
Method:
Preparation (Taila or Grita Vardhmana): Medicated oil (Taila) or ghee (Grita) is taken orally in increasing doses for 3-5 days to lubricate the body and prepare it for purgation by promoting the digestion of toxins (Ama).
Abhyanga and Sweda: Full-body oil massage (Abhyanga) and herbal steam bath (Sweda) are performed for two days after signs of proper oleation appear. These steps help liquefy toxins and facilitate their movement towards the gut.
Purgation Day: A purgative medication is administered in the morning, tailored to the patient’s condition. The purgation process, involving 5-8 bowel movements, is closely monitored.
Post-Purgation Care: The diet is carefully managed post-purgation, starting with thin gruel and gradually transitioning to normal food over three days to stabilize the digestive system and restore balance
Price : £250 for 7 days Purgation therapy schedule with Consultation
Vasthi Karma
Vasti Karma (Therapeutic Enema)
Purpose:
Vasti Karma is a key Ayurvedic procedure for colon cleansing and removing toxins linked to the vitiated Vata dosha, especially effective for managing Vata disorders.
Types of Vasti:
Yoga Vasti: Involves 8 enema treatments over several days, alternating between 5 oil-based enemas (Anuvasana Vasti) and 3 herbal decoction enemas (Niruha Vasti). Anuvasana Vasti lubricates and pacifies Vata, while Niruha Vasti expels toxins. A light diet aids detoxification.
Matra Vasti: Consists of only oil-based enemas for 3-7 days, providing gentle Vata pacification for those unable to tolerate stronger therapies.
Yapana Vasti: Uses nutritional substances like ghee and milk, and is beneficial for malnutrition, fatigue, or conditions from physical labor, offering both colon cleansing and nourishment.
Benefits:
Cleanses and nourishes the colon
Balances Vata dosha, alleviating constipation, joint pain, and anxiety
Enhances energy and overall vitality
Full Panchakarma Package: Includes Nasya, Virechana, and Vasti therapies for comprehensive detoxification and rejuvenation, aiming to balance doshas, eliminate toxins, and restore health and well-being. Proper administration by a qualified practitioner is crucial for effectiveness and safety.
Price : £150 for 3 Matra Vasti treatment with Consultation
£300 for 8 day Yoga Vasti treatment with Consultation
Abhyanga Therapies
1. Abyanga (Full body massage) & Sweda ( Herbal steam )
Abhyanga (oil massage) removes the clogging of channels by virtue of its quality, and the Prabhava (imperceptible quality) of the medicaments used for the Abhyanga. The free radicles being dissolved by the oil massage. Swedana karma (steam bath) corrects the vitiated Vata and brings dissolved free radicles (cause pain)to the nearest main channels in the body by opening up the channels, Eg: The gut and upper respiratory tract. Thus, these two procedures relieve the pain.
Prices:
Abhyanga (Full body massage) £50 for 1hr
02. Full body massage, Sweda (herbal steam bath) & paste application on both Knee joints of Arthritis patients
proper massage along with a herbal steam improves blood circulation to the knee joints. We massage and steam the knee joint, followed by the application of a herbal paste, which gradually relieves the pathological causes of the degeneration of cartilage. Some paste enhances the cartilage growth of the knee joints.
Abhyanga (Full body massage) & Pinda Sweda ( fomentation with herbal bolus) £60 for 1hr /£80 for 90 mins
03. Garbani Abhyanga (Ayurvedic pregnancy massage)
Ayurvedic pregnancy massage is a part of antenatal care, recommended from 3 to 9 months of pregnancy. It offers relief from back pain and promotes mental relaxation. The massage, provided by friendly therapists, addresses common issues related to hormone fluctuations, such as muscular and joint pain, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. Research suggests that such treatments can improve delivery outcomes and overall health for both mother and newborn.
04. Full body massage and herbal bath after delivery
A mother’s psychological state significantly impacts breast milk production. Stress can inhibit the release of oxytocin, a hormone crucial for milk production, due to adrenaline’s effects. To counteract postpartum stress, a herbal steam bath followed by a light oil massage on the neck, back, and arms can help. This approach reduces stress, enhances comfort and body fitness, and stimulates milk production by releasing endorphins
Prices: £70 for 1hr
05. Full body massage, Sweda (steam ) & Shiro Pichu ( oil soaked cotton wool application on head) for Parkinson & post-stroke patients
Shiro Pichu is an Ayurvedic treatment procedure that includes keeping a warm herbal oil-soaked thin layer of cotton wool on top of the head for 20 – 60 minutes after a proper head massage. The medicated oils are absorbed into the inside of the head. It acts systemically by Cellular absorption and circulation and affects the Central Nervous System by absorption of oil. It helps to relieve insomnia, stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, and insomnia. This therapy includes in the treatment line of stroke, Parkinson’s, musculoskeletal diseases, etc.
Prices: £70 for 1hr
06. Leech Therapy (Jalaukavacharana) in Ayurveda
Leech Therapy, or Jalaukavacharana, is an ancient Ayurvedic treatment that uses medicinal leeches to draw out impure blood, aiding in symptom relief and healing. It is effective for conditions such as migraines, varicose veins, brain tumors, eczema, and inflammatory diseases. Proper evaluation and application of this therapy can provide significant relief and promote faster recovery for various health conditions.
Prices: £25for 1 leech ( 3-5 leeches needed for 1 time Therapy)
