All
treatments in Ayurveda are prescribed only after a careful diagnosis of
the patient’s body constitution, family history, sex, age, stage of the
disease etc.
The first consultation with an
Ayurveda doctor, including the diagnosis will last for more than an
hour. The basic step in the diagnosis will be to find the person’s body
humour (Dosha) –Vata,
Pita or Kapha because it is the imbalance of these body humours that create every disease.
The dominance of dosha in a person is found by asking several questions
on his behaviour, food habits, sleeping patterns, personal details like
age, height & weight, place of life, profession, health problems
and medical reports etc. Ayurveda diagnosis comprises of clinical and
laboratory tests also. The doctor can decide if an Ayurveda treatment
is helpful on providing these details.
Pulse, tongue, nail, and eye examinations are important diagnosis
methods used to reveal a person’s body humour and its imbalance. This
will help the doctor in treating the disease.
Pulse
diagnosis in Ayurveda is not just counting the beats. It also reveals the health
status of the entire body constitution, including the dosha imbalance
and the health of the various body organs.
In tongue
diagnosis,
the doctor checks the general appearance, colour and coating of the
tongue. In Ayurveda, as different areas of the tongue correspond to
different organs of the body, the Ayurvedic practitioner can determine
which organs of the body are out of balance by having a detailed tongue
examination.
Nail examination is done to check the type, colour and shape of the person’s nail.
Imbalances of doshas are easily detected on close examination.
In the eye
diagnosis,
the colour, size and even the shape of the eyes are important in
determining the dosha dominance of a person. His mental
status,nervousness, anxiety, confidence level etc can also be learned
through eye diagnosis.
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After the diagnosis, the doctor sets out to treat the patient in a very systematic manner. This would include a set of appropriate Panchakarma treatments and Rasayana therapies .
The Panchakarma Treatments are meant to flush out the toxins, They are classified as pre-purification, main purification and post purification phases and include various types of therapies like oil massages, fermented liquid massages, medicinal enemas, herbal purification methods.
The Rasayana Therapies are meant to nourish the body, to bring the doshas back to balance and to regenerate the body.These comprise diet regulations, daily regimens, intake of oral medicines and ayurveda tonics, yoga and a stress free life. After the treatment the ayurveda doctors will advise you how to lead a healthy life. The beneifts and results of the treatment are shown only after the Rasyana Treatment is over and docotrs advise is strictly followed. The results will manifest itself normally after 3 to 4 weeks as the body takes time to regenerate itself.
Pre-purification therapies are the first ones applied
to loosen the toxins, open up the circulation channels and get the body
ready for discarding these wastes. These methods are highly relaxing
for the body and mind.
The following pre-purification methods are usually adopted in the treatment
of Stress Management
Sirodhara Luke warm herbal oil is poured in a continuous stream onto the
forehead, while receiving a gentle massage on the fore head. The
uninterrupted flow of warm oil stimulates and activates the brain cells
and nervous system and gives good relief to nervous disorders.
Snehapanam is oleation therapy and consists of oral intake of medicated
ghee in empty stomach. Common ingredients such as malabar nut, wild
snake gourd, sweet flag,sandalwood,neem,amaltas,asparagus,ginger,mustard,gooseberry etc.are used.
Thailadhara means continuous showering and massaging of the whole body
with warm medicated oil for active perspiration. The oil is a blend
of such highly effective herbs as sida, deodar, white
leadwort, malabar
nut, nutmeg, liquorice and sesame oil, castor oil and milk.
Lepam is the application of a specially prepared paste made of rich
medicinal herbs, on the body or on specific parts of the body. Dry ginger, sweet flag, vitex, sesame etc are some of the herbs commonly used in
the paste.
In Njavarakizhi the whole body or any specific part of it is made to
perspire by applying herb filled boluses on the body. Sida, winter cherry
and asparagus are some of the medicinal herbs used in njavarakizhi.
The treatment may last from one hour to one and a half hours.
Udvarthanam is body massage with herbal powder lasting for nearly thirty
minutes. The most commonly used powder is thriphala, a mixture of gooseberry, belerica and myrobalan .
Ksheeradhara is continuous pouring of herbal milk in rhythmic ways over
the fore head or over the entire body for about 30 to 40 minutes. Medicinal
herbs and spices such as gooseberry, nut grass tuber, winter cherry,
bala, sandalwood etc are used in this medicated milk.
Siropichu is done by placing cotton pad soaked in medicated oil on the
head vertex for nearly an hour. Generally, sida and asparagus are the
medicinal herbs used.
Main Purification Therapies for Stress Management |
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Main purification therapies This is the phase of elimination of toxins
that were loosened at the pre purification treatment stage. These therapies
are highly potential methods and are usually overseen by doctors. The
commonly adopted Panchakarma treatments for Stress Management are: Nasyam,
Virechanam, and Vasthi.
Nasyam involves the pouring of herbal oil into the nostrils. This opens
up the head channels and enables the herb extracts to act directly on
the central nervous system. Treatment lasts for twenty to thirty minutes.
The commonly used herbal oil is a mixture of sesame oil and herbs such
as sida plants, bael and vitex.
Virechanam is the purgation using oral intake of safe herbal medicines.
This eliminates poisonous wastes through the anal route. Generally,
the herbs used are turpith, embellia fruits, dry ginger, cardamom, long
pepper, cinnamon etc.
Vasthi is enema therapy; the ace colon cleaning Panchakarma treatment.
Special medicines are introduced through the anal route for the evacuation
of accumulated toxins and metabolic wastes. Commonly used ingredients
are dill seeds, honey, rock salt, herbal pastes, oils and decoctions.
These
are body nourishing therapies to rejuvenate the body and mind after the
Panchakarma treatments. They keep the enzymes in the tissue cells in
their normal functioning condition, restore and balance the body
functions and maintain the overall health and well being of an
individual for much longer periods after the Panchakarma course.
Rasayana treatments for Stress Management consist of oral medicines and
diet regulation.
Oral medicines for Stress Management |
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Herbal medicines form an important part of any ayurvedic treatment.
Oral medicines for Stress Management will be extracts of pure medicinal
herbs, leaves, spices etc. These are prepared specifically to restore
the lost balance and to provide the needed inputs to cure Stress
Management. Kashayam and Arishtam - herbal decoctions and fermentations Lehyams – semi solid formulation are commonly prescribed.
Neem, ginger, amaltas, nutmeg, liquorices, gooseberry, bael etc are
some of the medicinal herbs used in the preparation of kashayams,
lehyams and arishtams for the use of Stress Management patients.
The type and quantity of the medicines to be taken are decided by the
doctor after a detailed consultation and examination. The patient’s
body type, age etc are also important factors to be considered
Diet
regulation will be suggested for patients suffering from Stress
Management. Proper diet is a brilliant means of controlling and curing
Stress Management. Ayurveda diet provides adequate nutrition as well as
rest for the needed organs.
Stress Management
patients are advised to stick to a pure, natural and wholesome diet,
low in fat and cholesterol. They should strictly avoid alcohol, salt,
sweets, tobacco etc. A diet of natural foods and germinated wheat are
recommended. Raw root vegetables, whole wheat bread, cheese, butter,
honey, and raw milk are recommended. Juice of fresh fruits and
vegetables should be consumed in large quantities.
You can find out your type of Prakruthi and decide a diet for yoursel
Life Style for Stress Management |
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Yoga and Meditation are proven and effective
way to develop and maintain perfect harmony and balance in our body
systems. It provides us with immunity against all diseases. It alters
brain wave activities reflecting in increased relaxation and a better
focused mind. It is known to reduce fatigue in Stress Management
patients. The commonly suggested yoga postures for stress Management
patients are Shavasana (corpse pose) and Hala Asana (Plough pose). Yoga
Nidra is also highly recommended as it makes the mind calm and tension
free.
Life
style: Stress Management patients are recommended to avoid tension and
worry in their daily lives. Developing a sense of humour, establishing
meaningful relationships with others, enjoying the beauties of nature,
keeping pets, spending more time with family and taking part in
recreational activities will effectively reduce stress in individuals.
It is advised to take at least one or two weeks of rest after the
Panchakarma experience. At this time the body is weak after a
purification process and needs time to get back to normalcy. Avoid
strenuous exercise, late nights, too much television, and other
stimulating experiences Following a healthy life style with sufficient
rest and avoiding over indulgence in all our activities will help
maintain the ojhas in perfect condition in an individual |
