Panchakarma Therapies

Panchakarma, the penta biopurificatory procedures are one among the strongest weapon of Ayurveda. These procedures, along with their preparatory treatments (poorva karma) and the post-procedural treatments (pashchat karma) form the essence of ayurvedic healing.

Benefits of Panchakarma:

 Helps to restore metabolic fire (Agni)

 Eliminates toxins (Ama) and facilitates tissue functions

 Assists in balancing all three bio-markers (Dosha)

Reduces stress, improves relaxation and tolerance

Delays the ageing process

Boosts the immunity levels

 Improves strength, endurance and vitality

For the safety and effectiveness, at Ayurjani Ayurveda hospital, Panchakarma therapies are conducted as per doctors’ advice only. A consultation with the doctor and clinical assessment is mandatory, prior to Panchakarma.

The five therapies under Panchakarma are:

1. Vamana Karma (Therapeutic emesis)

Vamanam is advised in Kapha predominant diseases. After preparatory procedures for 5-7 days, vomitting is induced with emetic ayurvedic drugs along with medicinal liquids / milk in large quantities. This treatment is very good for treating bronchial Asthma, Sinusitis, Cough, Psoriasis, Eczema, Hyperlipidemia etc.

2. Virechanam (Therapeutic purgation):

Virechanam is advised in Pitta predominant disorders. After proper preparation of the individual through purva karmas for about 5 to 7 days, Virechanam is done by oral administration of purgative herbs. This treatment is very effective for treating Skin diseases, Acne, Hyperacidity, High blood pressure, Dermatitis etc.

3. Nasya (Nasal administration of medicines)

Nasal medication is especially described for the treatment of diseases of parts above the shoulders. This treatment cleanses and strengthens the nasal passages, allowing full and easy breathing. This procedure is effective for treating Sinusitis, Headache, Bronchial asthma, allergies, migraine, facial paralysis, Cervical spondylosis, Neuralgia, Hyper pigmentation on face, dark circle around the eyes etc.

4. Vasthi (Rectal administration of medicines): 

Specific medicines in liquid form are administered through anal route under doctor’s supervision, in a wide range of diseases, mostly Vatha predominant. They are of two categories based on the contents:

Kashaya Vasthi/Niryuha Vasthi

Combinations of herbal pastes along with decoction, salt, honey, oil etc. are administered as per prescription for the patient’s health condition. This treatment is effective for treating arthritis, neurological ailments, paralysis, chronic constipation, flatulence, low-back ache, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, rheumatism, sciatica etc.

5. Sneha Vasthi/Anuvasana Vasthi 

This is medicated oil enema, beneficial for neurological ailments, paralysis, lower backache, chronic constipation etc. The treatment nourishes the body tissues (Dhatus), restores and fortifies the body's immunity. This removes accumulated toxins (Malas) from the colon.