IMPORTANCE OF AYURVEDIC TREATMENTS
Dr B Rajeev, BAMS, MD (Ay), PhD (Psych:) drbrajeev@yahoo.com
The disease curing approach of the modern medicine along with the increasing incidence of the drug induced health problems (including death) is now making many people in both developed and developing countries turning to alternate mode of healthcare, generally termed as “complementary or alternative medicine”. The disease preventive and health - promotive approach of Ayurveda, which takes into consideration the whole body, mind and spirit while dealing with the maintenance of health/promotion of health and treating ailments, is holistic and it finds increasing acceptability in the world over. It is this unique attribute of Ayurveda particularly that practiced in Kerala has now made India as one of the top 10 tourist destinations in the world. The global market for the herbal drugs, plant based pharmaceuticals and cosmetics accounted for 100 billion US dollar during 2002 and it is expected to reach 4 to 5 trillion US $ by 2010, if the present trend continues
Kerala Ayurveda Special Treatments
Abhyangam (14 Days)
Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful for Obesity, Especially for Diabetic Gangrene etc.
Dhanyamla Dhara (14 Days )
Warm herbal liquid is poured all over the body in a rhythmic way through a special vessel for 45 minutes to 1 hour daily. This treatment is very effective for hemiplegia, Paralysis Rheumatic complaints etc.
Dhara (14 Days)
In this process, some Herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk etc. are poured on the forehead in a special method for about 45 minutes in a day for a period of 7-21 days. This treatment is mainly for Insomnia, Vatha Predominated diseases, mental tension and certain skin diseases.
Kativasthi
In this process specially prepared warm medicated oil is kept over the lower back with herbal paste boundary, This treatment lasts for 45 minutes to 1 hour and it is good for any type of nback pain and spinal disorders.
Kizhi (14 Days )
Herbal leaves and herbs or herbal powders are applied to the whole body in boluses with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 14 days. This treatment is for osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondylosis, sports injuries etc.
Ksheeradhoomam
This is fomentation with medicated cow milk. This treatment is good for facial paralysis,. Bell's palsy, speech disorders and other nervous disorders of the face.
Lepanam
This is a process by which medicated herbal paste is applied on the affected part, This is useful for various types of inflammatory conditions.
Nasyam (14 Days)
Herbal juices, medicated oils etc. are applied through nose for 7 to 14 day. This treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of Headaches, Paralysis, Mental disorders, some types of skin disease etc.
Njavarakizhi (14 Days )
It is a process by which the whole body or any specific part thereof is made to perspire by the application of certain medical puddings externally in the form of Boluses tied up in muslin bag. This is applied by two to four therapist for abut 60-90 minutes per day for a period of 14 days. This Treatment is for all types of Rheumatism, Pain in the Joints, Emaciation of limbs, High blood pressure, Cholesterol and certain kinds of skin diseases.
Pizhichil (14 Days)
In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by two to four trained therapists i a special rhythmic way continuously for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatic diseases like Arthritis, Parlysis, Hemiplegia, Paralysis-Agitanus, Sexual Weakness, Nervous Wakness and Nervous disorders etc.
Sirovasthi (14 Days )
Certain lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day according to the patients conditions for a period of 7 days. This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, Dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, and other Vatha originated diseases.
Snehapanam (14 Days)
Mediated Ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity for a period of 8 to 12 days. This treatment is for Osteoathritis, Psoriasis, Leukaemia etc.
Thalam
Special powder mixed with medicated oil applying on the top of the head for 20 to 45 minutes. This treatment is helpful for ent problems, isomnia, migraine etc.
Udvarthanam (14 Days)
This is a typical massage with herbal powder for about 30 to 45 minutes daily for a period of 14 to 28 days. This treatment is for the diseases like Hemitplegia, Paralysis, Obesity and certain Rheumatic ailments.
Urovasthi
Like Kativasthi warm medicated oil is kept over the chest for 45 minutes this is an effective treatment for asthma, other respiratory problems hearth diseases and muscular chest pain.
Vasthi (14 Days )
Certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc. are applied through the rectum daily for a period 5 to 25 days.This Treatment is for Arthritis, Paralysis, Hemiplegia, Numbness, Basic complaints associated with Rheumatism and constant constipation.
Yoni Prakshalanam (7 Days)
Herbal oils and decoctions are applied through the vaginal route. This treatment is good for gynaecological disorders. It is also a purification process for genital organs.
Prime Body Care in Ayurveda
Beauty Care Programme (10 Days)
In this program herbal face pack, herbal cream massage, Herbal oil massage , intake of herbal tea and steam bath are included. This treatment increases the skin complexion, skin tone and beautifies the body figure.
Body Immunization/Longevity Treatment (28 Days )
This is the prime treatment is Ayurveda for reducing ageing processes, arresting the degeneration of the body cells and immunization of the system. This treatment is best effective if taken before the age of 70 for either sex.
Body Purification Therapy (15 Days)
It is a process of purifying the whole body to attain proper balance of vatha, pitha and kapha based on the panchakarma and swedakarma treatment.
General Massage
Body massage for 60 minutes with herbal oil or herbal powder by hand to tone up the body and to improve the blood circulation etc.
Karnapooranam
This is a process of medicated fumes applied to the ears for 5 to 10 minutes. This process helps to clean the ears and avoids ailments associated to the ear.
Medicated Steam Bath
Certain precious herbal leaves and herbs are boiled and the steam is passed to the whole body for 10 –20 minutes. This is good for certain skin diseases, to eliminate impurities from the body, to improve the tone of he body,. To reduce fat, etc
Mukhlepam
This is a herbal face pack with specially made herbal powder and fresh cream. This prevents and avoids wrinkles and improves the skin tone. This is also good for the eyes.
Dr B Rajeev, BAMS , MD (Ay), PhD (Psych:) drbrajeev@yahoo.com
Ayurved-Kerala Treatment Rates
Includes Treatment, Accommodation, Food, Yoga & Meditation & Other Services
INR INR INR INR INR USD USD USD USD USD
Package Name 1day 3day 7day 14day 21day 1day 3day 7day 14day 21day
Rejuvenation Therapy 1pax 2450 7350 17150 34300 51450 57 171 399 798 1197
Rejuvenation Therapy 2 pax 3900 11700 27300 54600 81900 91 272 635 1270 1905
Neuro-Spinal DisordersCare 1 3050 9150 21350 42700 64050 71 213 497 993 1490
Neuro-Spinal Disorders C 2 5100 15300 35700 71400 107100 119 356 830 1660 2491
Body Purification Therapy 1 pax 2700 8100 18900 37800 56700 63 188 440 876 1319
Body Purification Therapy 2 pax 4400 13200 30800 61600 92400 102 307 716 1433 2149
Arthritis Management 1 pax 3500 10500 24500 49000 73500 81 244 570 1140 1709
Arthritis Management 2 pax 6000 18000 42000 84000 126000 140 419 977 1953 2930
Slimming Programme 1 pax 2650 7950 18550 37100 55650 62 185 431 863 1294
Slimming Programme 2 pax 4300 12900 30100 60200 90300 100 300 700 1400 2100
Beauty Care Programme 1 pax 2800 8400 19600 39200 58800 65 185 431 863 1294
Beauty Care Programme 2 pax 4600 13800 32200 64400 96600 107 321 749 1400 2100
Psoriasis Management 1 pax 3000 9000 21000 42000 63000 70 209 488 977 1456
Psoriasis Management 2 pax 5000 15000 35000 70000 105000 116 349 814 1628 2442
Relax +1 pax 2900 8700 20300 40600 609000 67 202 472 944 1416
Relax + 2 paz 4800 14400 33600 67200 100800 112 335 781 1563 2344
Fem + care Prog 1 pax 2950 8850 20650 41300 61950 69 206 480 960 1441
Fem + care Prog 2 pax 4900 14700 34300 68600 102900 114 342 798 1595 2393
*1pax = Accommodation, Ayurvedic Food, Treatment & other Services for one person
*2 pax = Accommodation, Ayurvedic Food, Treatment & other Services for two person
*Pick up and drop in from the nearest airport / station given complimentary
* Restaurant, Non Ac Rooms available
*Village Ambience within city limits
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