Shirodhara

Special oleation of back / Lumbar region A small well is prepared out of black gram/ wheat dough and lukewarm medicated oil is poured in it. It is kept for specific duration and recommended for continuous 7 days. Benefits: Kati Basti is used in the treatment of lower back/ Lumbar Spine conditions. It helps to reduce pain and stiffness in lower back. It is also helpful to reduce tingling and numbness in legs. How it works: The quantity of oil and its warmth pacify Vata dosha. It helps to lubricate the joints, relaxes the musculature and improves tone. Recommended in: Lumbar spondylosis, intervertebral disc prolapse, lumbago, sciatica etc. Duration of Treatment: 20-30 mins फायदे: कटी बस्तीचा वापर पाठीच्या खालच्या भागाच्या / लंबर स्पाइनच्या उपचारांमध्ये केला जातो. हे पाठीच्या खालच्या भागात वेदना आणि कडकपणा कमी करण्यास मदत करते. हे पायांना मुंग्या येणे आणि बधीरपणा कमी करण्यासाठी देखील उपयुक्त आहे. ते कसे कार्य करते: तेलाचे प्रमाण आणि त्याची उष्णता वात दोष शांत करते. हे सांधे वंगण घालण्यास मदत करते, स्नायूंना आराम देते आणि टोन सुधारते. यामध्ये शिफारस केलेले: लंबर स्पॉन्डिलोसिस, इंटरव्हर्टेब्रल डिस्क प्रोलॅप्स, लुम्बेगो, सायटिका इ. उपचार कालावधी: 20-30 मिनिटे

Purgation Pre-Procedure: Medicated ghee is given in a specific quantity to be taken empty stomach for 3-5-7 days. Thereafter, whole body massage is done followed by whole body steam. Procedure: On the day of Virechana, whole body massage and steam is given early morning. Then suitable purgative medicine is given empty stomach. According to the type of medicine given several urges of loose watery motions are induced. The process completes withing 4-5 hours. Post-procedure: Next 3-7 days specific diet is prescribed to be followed compulsorily. Benefits: Virechana is specifically beneficial in Pitta Dosha and to some extent in Vata Dosha disorders. It is also specifically a treatment of choice in Rakta/ blood related diseases. It helps to expel the vitiated and aggravated Pitta Dosha through purgation. It helps to reduce excess body heat. It helps to improve strength, nourishment, immunity and longevity as a long term benefit. How it works: The whole process of Virechana helps to remove the vitiated Pitta dosha as well as Vata Dosha during the process. The organs like liver, pancreas, intestine are the major sites of Pitta Dosha and are stimulated to expel the excess of Pitta dosha downwards. It also helps to reduce the toxins particularly in Rakta/ Blood and regularise Pitta Dosha activities. Recommended in: Persons having Pitta dosha as predominant vitiated dosha. It is useful in diseases like dermatitis, blisters, abscess, liver disorders, heartburn, jaundice, anemia, asthma, gout, reproductive organ diseases, edema, burning sensation etc. Virechana is also recommended in healthy person in Sharad Rutu i.e. October heat period for maintaining health. Contraindications: Lean body, weakness, small children, old persons, patients with heart diseases, indigestion, pregnancy, diarrhea etc. Complete procedure: 10 days - Daily: 60 mins

Continuous pouring of lukewarm medicated oil over forehead is called as Shirodhara. The oil kept intermittently moving with gentle massage over forehead. Finally the hairs are washed with lukewarm decoction of Amla. Benefits: Shirodhara is the special head massage used for relaxation. It helps to de-stress the mind and helps to induce sound sleep. It has a soothing and calming effect. The aroma in the oil has an additive effect of relaxing and refreshing. Externally it helps to strengthen the hair roots. How it works: The lukewarm oil in excess quantity and gentle massage over forehead relaxes the mind by having remote action on brain and its components. Research have shown that such sensation induces calming and relaxing effects on mind. This results in sound sleep and refreshing effect. Recommended in: Insomnia, anxiety or neurosis, depression, lack of mental concentration, memory impairment, irritability, hyperactivity, several types of headaches, paralysis and other psychosomatic disorders. Contraindications: Chronic sinusitis, cold and cough, fever, conjunctivitis, glaucoma, scalp and head injuries, inflammatory diseases. Duration of Treatment: 20-60 mins