Simple Definition of word 'Ayurveda'

Meaning

Ayurveda is made up of two Sanskrit words: Ayu which means life and Veda which means the knowledge of. To know about life is Ayurveda. However, to fully comprehend the vast s cope of Ayurveda let us first define "Ayu" or life. According to the ancient Ayurvedic scholar Charaka, "ayu" is comprised of four essential parts. The combination of mind, body, senses and the soul.

Samadosha samaagnishcha samadhatu malakriya ll

Prasanna atama Indrya Manaha ‘Swastha’ iti abhidiayate ll [Sushrut Samhita ]

This is the definition of ‘Health’ given by "Sushruta"- father of Surgery expected Worldwide

Origin

The classical Indian Medical science - can be traced nearly 5000 yrs. back.As given in definition ,Ayurveda emphasizes on physical, mental, spiritual, health, which is in coherence with the definition given by W.H.O.

~ Only the difference is, Ayurveda had introduced  this concept nearly 5000 years back, while W.H.O. proposed it only 25 years ago.

PANCHKARMA THERAPY :

~ It is a Specialization of Ayurveda.

~ Way to the ‘ Healthy Life ’ through Detoxification & Rejuvenation

~It includes 2 Poorva karmas ( Pre procedure )& 5 Pradhan karmas ( Main Procedure )

POORVA KARMA :

SNEHANA = Massage Therapy .

SWEDAN = Sweating / fomentation using herbal medicines.

VAMAN : Scientifically induced vomiting , special treatment for vitiated ‘ Kapha’.

VIRECHAN : Scientifically induced purgation, special treatment for vitiated ‘Pitta’.

BASTI : Medicated enema / Intra rectal therapy , special treatment for vitiated ‘Vata’.

NASYAM :Administration of medicines through ‘Nasal route’.

RAKTAMOKSHAN : Blood letting in a scientific way.

BENEFITS :

Rejuvenates total body cells and systems.

Revitalizes nervous system.

Enhances immunity.

Useful for curing various chronic aliment.

Maintains positive health.

 

Importance of ‘ Kerala Ayurvedic Panchakarma Therapy’.

It is a well-refined, modified and extended form of traditional ‘Panchakarma Therapy’.

It is highly effective in -

Various types of joint pains.

Spondylitis, backaches, spine problems.

Sports & tendon injuries.

Various skin problems.

Rehabilitation of post - paralytic conditions.

Kerala Ayurvedic Panchakarma Therapy includes :

Uzhichil

Udvartanam

Ela-kizhi

Navarakizhi

Pizhichil

Shirodhara

Padabhyangam

Kati-Basti

Basti

Netra Tarpanam

Nasyam

Mukhalepam

Preventive ( Prophylactic ) aspect of Ayurveda-

Rasayana & Vajikaran Chikitsa [ Anti-oxidant concept ]

Rasayana Chikitsa - gives energy and strength, builds immunity .

Vajikaran Chikitsa - gives Rejuvenating power especially good for ‘Reproductive System’

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