SHIRO DHARA

An Ayurvedic treatment procedure where medicated oils/ kashayas/ buttermilk and milk are poured in stream over the forehead of the health seeker

in a systematic way maintaining a specific heat , rhythm and temperature for a stipulated period of time.

BENEFITS OF SHIRODHARA

• It prevents head ache

• It helps in inducing good sleep

• It provides happiness and pleasantness of mind

• Relieves stress

• Establishes the normalcy of digestive fire and corrects metabolism

• Removes stress, relaxes mind

• Relaxes and rejuvenates the mind and senses

• Delays ageing

• Provides longevity of life

• Relieves pain and stiffness caused due to extreme stress and mental disorders

• Improves circulation to skin, improves colour and complexion

• Provides and establishes proper colour
 

SHIRO KASHAYA DHARA

Shiro Kashaya dhara is a specialized Ayurvedic Rejuvenative and curative therapy which aims at restoring the functional aspects of Endocrine , Nervous and Integumentary system.

Shiro Kashaya Dhara is the procedure in which a stream of medicated decoction is poured over the forehead of the health seeker in a systematic way maintaining a specific heat, rhythm and temperature for a stipulated period of time.

BENEFITS

• It prevents baldness

• It prevents premature greying of hair

• It prevents hair fall

• It keeps the sense organs in a healthy condition

• It helps in inducing good sleep

• Helps to reduce scalp dryness and itching

MODE OF ACTION OF SHIRO KASHAYA DHARA

Mode of action of Shiro Kashaya Dhara depends on:

1. Penetration

2. Stimulation

3. Relaxation

INDICATIONS

SHIRO KSHEERADHARA

Shiro ksheera dhara is a specialized Ayurvedic Rejuvenative and Curative therapy which aims at restoring the functional aspects of Endocrine and Nervous system.

It is a procedure in which a stream of medicated milk is poured over the forehead of the health seeker in a systematic way maintaining a specific heat, rhythm and temperature for a stipulated period of time, without any interrupation. The stream of the flow should neither be too thick nor too thin.

BENEFITS

• Soothes the nerves and improves blood circulation

• Removes stress, relaxes mind

• Improves neuro-muscular conduction

• Relaxes and rejuvenates the mind and senses(Paatavam indriyasya)

• Delays ageing(Jaraso maandhyam)

• Provides longevity of life(Chiram jeevitam)

• Controls and creates equilibrium in all the doshas (Nitaraam doshaan)

MODE OF ACTION OF SHIRO KSHEERA DHARA

The procedural effects blends with the rhythmic streaming, pressure of the medicine and temperature on stapani marma leads to secretion of endorphin and is released into the brain, controls the vatha which leads to reduction of specific and nonspecific pain and stabilizing the psychological factors.

Milk is the base of the medicine which is having the qualities like cold in potency which helps to give smoothening effects.

INDICATIONS

SHIRO TAILA DHARA

Siro taila dhara is a procedure in which medicated oil is continuously poured over forehead and then allowing to flow over the scalp from a specific height for specific period of time. It is the most skillful healing technique that manipulates cerebral circulation, cerebral function and state of consciousness.

BENEFITS

• It prevents head ache (shira shoola)

•It prevents baldness (khalityam)

•It prevents premature greying of hair (paalityam)

•It prevents hair fall (kasha prapatana)

•Nourishes brain tissues

•Stabilizes mental function

•Improves memory and power of sense organs

•Promotes sound sleep

MODE OF ACTION OF SHIRO TAILA DHARA

Prolonged pressure on stapani marma leads to secretion of endorphin and is released into brain, the increased temperature generation leads to vaso dilatation which helps the medicine to penetrate through follicular pores to the follicles and then to dermis, through sebaceous glands.

INDICATIONS

SHIRO TAKRA DHARA

Shiro Takra dhara is a specialized Ayurvedic therapy used to treat various ailments like anxiety, depression, stress, all kinds of skin diseases(Psoriasis, Eczema, Leukoderma, Dermatitis, Pigmentation, Urticaria etc.), systemic diseases like diabetes, hypertension. Thyroid disorders, various types of headaches, hair fall dandruff, alopecia, neurological disorders, psychological and psychomatic conditions.

Shiro takra Dhara is a process in which medicated buttermilk is poured over the forehead maintaining a specific height, rhythm and temperature.

BENEFITS

• Removes stress, relaxes mind

• Improves neuro-muscular conduction

• Relaxes and rejuvenates the mind and senses (Paatavam indriyasya)

• Delays ageing

• Provides longevity of life

• Controls and creates equilibrium in all the doshas(Nitaraamdoshaan)

• Acts as an aphrodisiac(Vrishataa)

• Soothes the nerves and improves blood circulation

MODE OF ACTION OF SHIRO TAKRA DHARA

It has action on HPA axis, stimulates nerve plexus and high centers in brain.

Two types of actions speculated in siro Thakradhara.

Neuro physiological mechanism and psychophysiological mechanism.

Stimulation of the hair follicles innervated by the ophthalmic nerve. The impulses might be transmitted to the thalamus and to cerebral cortex.

They bring about an altered state of consciousness and a relief from anxiety. Also impulses may be transmitted to the reticular formation and posterior region of thalamus and produce the effect over autonomic nervous system.

The changes in the heart rate, respiration and peripheral circulation during sirodhara, favor the speculation of the mode of actions like promotion of immune functions, retardation of arterio sclerosis.

INDICATIONS

TALAPOTHICHIL

Thalapothichil is a specialized Ayurvedic procedure, where the specified medicated paste is applied on the scalp with specific thickness and for a specific period of time.

It can have a cooling and calming effect on the head as well as activate the marma points. It can bring massive benefits to the physical and mental wellbeing of individuals.

BENEFITS

• Relaxes and rejuvenate the mind and sense organs

• Nourishes the brain hence promotes intellect.

• It helps to bring mental calmness.

• It nourishes the hair roots and makes the hair soft and glossy.

• It helps to cure various eye disorders, sinusitis and improves complexion.

• Improves neuro-muscular condition

• Induces good sleep

• Stimulates endocrine glans

MODE OF ACTION OF THALAPOTHICHIL

When the medicated paste is applied on the Scalp, there occurs Percutaneous Absorption of the active principles into circulation thereby providing relaxation to the system. The accelerated circulation enhances the oxygen level in the blood which further leads to the nourishment of the tissues. The tissue contact increases the bioavailability of the drug which inturn stimulates the higher centres of the brain leading to the normalization of the Hypothalamo-pituitary Axis.

INDICATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS

PADASHUDDHI KRAMA

Padashuddhi krama is an ancient and unique Ayurvedic Reflexology massage aimed at calming and relaxing the mind and stimulating the vital points at the foot, improving circulation and normalizing Endocrine system.

It is a procedure in which medicaments are applied and massage is done over the foot stimulating the vital points in a systematic way for a stipulated period of time.

BENEFITS

• Improves blood circulation

• Helps in relaxation

• Promotes better sleep

• Relieves body pains

• Makes feet healthier

• Alleviates swelling

• Helps prevent foot and ankle injuries

• Reduces the effects of depression and anxiety

• Helps with headaches and migraines

• Reduces effects of oedema in pregnant women

MODE OF ACTION OF PADASHUDDIKARMA

The procedure starts with an exfoliating scrubbing technique by the use of medicated powders which eliminates the toxins and dead skins imparting lustre to the foot. Followed by the anointment of medicated pastes along with unique massage technique stimulating the vital points and increasing the blood and lymphatic circulation leading to increase in an amino acid known as tryptophan which stimulates the pineal gland leading to secretion of hormones which produces desired effect.

INDICATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS

SARVANGA DHARA /KAYA SEKA

The term Sarvanga Dhara is a Sanskrit word, which means pouring of warm medicated liquids on the whole body.

Sarvanga Dhara or Kayaseka is induction of perspiration by pouring warm medicated liquids like oil, ghee, milk, decoction, butter milk etc... on whole body. It is a type of bahir-parimarjana kriya (external therapy). 

BENEFITS OF SARVANGA DHARA
• Provides strength to the tissues, mainly muscle tissue
• Rejuvenates and energizes the body
• Prevents wasting of muscles and degeneration of joints and soft tissues
• Relieves pain, stiffness and swelling associated with arthritis and other painful conditions.
• Pacifies the morbidity of Vata, Pitta and Rakta in the skin, afflicted joints, muscles and soft tissues
• Makes the body strong(Deha sthairyam)
• Establishes the normalcy of digestive fire and corrects metabolism(Agni sthairyam)
• Improves the movements of the joints and enhances flexibility of the body
• Soothes the nerves and improves blood circulation
• Removes stress, relaxes mind
• Delays ageing(Jaraso maandhyam)
• Improves circulation to skin, improves colour and complexion

SARVANGA DHANYAMLA DHARA

Sarvanga dhanyamladhara is a specialized Ayurvedic curative therapy which helps in providing relief in pain, swelling and stiffness associated with rheumatological conditions.

Dhanyamladhara means stream pouring of the liquid over the whole body / locally obtained by fermenting de-husked grains in a systematic manner, from a specific height maintaining a constant temperature for a stipulated period of time.
BENEFITS
• Relieves all types of muscle and joint inflammation and stiffness.
• Helps in skin leveling and reduction of cellulite
• Helps in reduction of subcutaneous fat and promotes weight loss
• Helps in normalizing the hormonal imbalance.
• Improves blood circulation

MODE OF ACTION OF SARVANGA DHANYAMLA DHARA
When the drug molecules in the Dhanyamla comes in contact with the skin due to their pharmacological action , they get carried through the cellular elements and enters into the circulation. Due to the maintained temperature throughout the procedure vasodilation occurs which increases the blood flow, so that necessary oxygen and nutrition are supplied to the affected areas. Glucosides called Hesperidin present in Dhanyamla has the ability to prevent capillary bleeding and help in reducing the inflammation and normalizing the metabolism of the body.

INDICATIONS

SARVANGA TAILA DHARA (PIZHICHIL)

Pizhichil or Sarvanga taila dhara is a unique Ayurvedic Rejuvenative and curative therapy used for the treatment of Neuro-Musculo-skeletal conditions.

Pizhichil is a type of sudation therapy in which warm medicated oils are poured over the body from a height of 12 angulas (21cm) so that it flows in a continuous single stream along the thumb in downward direction for a stipulated period in a specific manner. Along with pouring medicated oil, simultaneous massage is done to enhance benefits of the treatment. It improves the blood circulation and remove toxins from the body. It has relaxing and soothing effects on mind also.

MODE OF ACTION OF SARVANGA TAILA DHARA
When the warm medicated oil is poured over the body in a continuous stream at a maintained temperature from a specific height , it causes vasodilation and increases the peripheral circulation as a result the blood viscosity reduces which lowers the blood pressure.
As the medicaments are in lipid form they penetrate the lipid bilayer of the cell membrane imparting their pharmacological effects by strengthening the bones and muscles. By promoting perspiration it eliminates metabolic wastes from the body leading to increased absorption of nutrients promoting cellular nourishment.

INDICATIONS

SARVANGA TAKRA DHARA

Sarvanga takra dhara is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy used for curing various ailments like psoriasis, Neuropathic conditions, paralysis and musculoskeletal disorders.

It is a procedure where medicated buttermilk is poured over the whole body in a stream from a specific height maintaining a systemic rhythm and temperature for a stipulated period of time.
BENEFITS
• Reduces the skin inflammation
• Relaxes the muscles and nerves
• Reduces the cracks and fissures in hands and foots
• Retains the integrity of the joints.
• Increase Immunity

MODE OF ACTION OF SARVANGA TAKRA DHARA
• When the medicated Buttermilk decoction is poured over the body at a maintained temperature the medicines penetrate the follicular pores into the follicles and then to the dermis through sebaceous gland.
• Lactic Acid in the Buttermilk helps in trans-dermal absorption of the drugs which acts as a vehicle for imparting the pharmacological effects of the drugs over the body.
• The rhythmic streaming of the medicines causes Vasodilation, which increases the blood flow supplying necessary oxygen and nutrients to the affected parts nourishing and revitalizing the skin reducing inflammation.

INDICATIONS

SARVANGA KASHAYA DHARA

Sarvanga Kashaya dhara is a specialized Ayurvedic curative therapy used for the treatments of various Neuro-musculo-skeletal disorders, inflammatory conditions and skin disorders.

It falls into the category of swedana type of treatment. To be precise it falls into Parisheka sweda.
It is a procedure in which medicated decoction is poured over the whole body/ locally maintaining a specific height, rhythm and temperature in a systematic way for a stipulated period of time.

BENEFITS
• Improves circulation to the skin
• Reduces skin inflammation
• Helps to reduce itching sensation all over body
• Reduces skin dryness
• Helps to heal the wounds
• Acts as antibacterial therapy
• Improves movements of the joints and enhance flexibility of the body

MODE OF ACTION OF SARVANGA KASHAYA DHARA
When the process starts as the warm medicated decoction comes in contact with the body the drug molecules pass through the skin pores and increases the body temperature. This increased body temperature stimulates the thermo- receptors sending nerve impulses to the pre -optic area of the brain which in turn stimulates the temperature controlling centres of the brain causing Vasodilation of the vessels reducing the excess heat.
The pores also stimulates the sweat glands increasing the perspiration thus eliminating the metabolic wastes from the body relieving the symptoms.

INDICATIONS

SARVANGA KSHEERA DHARA

Sarvanga ksheeradhara is a specialized Ayurvedic rejuvenative and curative therapy in which medicated milk is poured over the whole body maintaining temperature specific height and rhythm in a systemic way .

It is used for the treatment of various Musculo-skeletal disorders , Neuropathies and skin disorders.
BENEFITS
• Prevents muscles wasting and degeneration of bones
• Helps to reduce inflammation of joints
• Provides strength to muscle tissues
• Relieves pain, stiffness of the joints
• Increases vasodilation and brings lightness to the joints and muscles.
• Increases flexibility of the joints

MODE OF ACTION OF SARVANGA KSHEERA DHARA

When the process starts as the warm medicated milk comes in contact with the body the drug molecules pass through the skin pores and increases the body temperature. This increased body temperature stimulates the thermo- receptors sending nerve impulses to the pre -optic area of the brain which in turn stimulates the temperature controlling centres of the brain causing Vasodilation of the vessels reducing the excess heat. It stimulates and soothes the hypothalamus, thereby regulating the function of body’s response to rising or falling temperature.

INDICATIONS

NASYA KARMA

Nasya is an unique Ayurvedic preventive and curative Panchakarma therapy used to treat Neuro-musculo-skeletal disorders and pathological conditions of the head.

It is a procedure in which the medicaments are instilled through nasal route in a prescribed amount and temperature for a specific period of time in a systematic way.

BENEFITS

• Prevention of eye diseases

• Healthy hairs

• Provide strength to the scalp

• Improves senses

• Delayed aging

• Helpful in grey hairs

• Give strength to teeth, head and neck region

• Prevention of ear diseases

• Prevention of nasal diseases

• Improves voice

• Helpful in curing Rhinitis, sinusitis.

• Pleasant oral smell

• Provide happiness

MODE OF ACTION OF NASYA KARMA

When the lipid soluble drug molecules comes in contact with highly vascular Nasal mucosa, they get dissolved in the lipoidal matrix of the membranes and get absorbed into the systemic circulation through trans and paracellular routes.

As the position of the patient is supine and head slightly tilted drug molecules comes in contact with olfactory mucosa and gets directly absorbed into the brain crossing the blood brain barrier imparting their effects on higher brain centres and regularizing the endocrine and Nervous system imbalances

INDICATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Intoxication with Alcohol or similar beverages

• After consuming food

• After bath

• After blood letting

• First stage of rhinitis

• Pregnant ladies and women in puerperium

• Dyspnea

• After purificatory therapies

• Cloudy and rainy days unless emergency

VAMANA KARMA

Vamana is a specialized Ayurvedic purificatory Panchakarma therapy used for curing various systemic disorders.

It is procedure in which medicaments which are capable to trigger the vomiting centre are administered through oral route in a systemic way to induce vomiting.

BENEFITS

• Helps restore metabolic power

• Eliminates toxins

• Strengthens tissue functions.

• Normal health restoration

• Increases strength and immunity

• Aging process slows down

MODE OF ACTION OF VAMANA KARMA

The prior Snehapana performed before Vamana dissolves the toxins which are mainly lipid soluble and they become membrane bound by the help of fat soluble proteins. The subsequent oleation and sudation before vamana therapy changes cell membrane permeability leading to excretion of fat soluble proteins bound toxins into the circulation.

At this stage when the Vamana Dravyas are given due to the pharmacological action of the drug molecules they activates Chemoreceptor Trigger Zones (CRTZ) in the 4th ventricle of the brain triggering the vagus nerve.

Vagus nerve stimulation causes vasodilation of portal veins and submesentric veins which leads to the excretion of toxins into the lumen of the gut from circulation.The pressure built in the lumen creates anti peristaltic movements which leads to elimination of the toxins and waste from the GIT through Vamana.

INDICATIONS

♦ Respiratory disorders ♦ Diabetes

♦ Gastritis ♦ Epilepsy

♦ Psychological disorders ♦ Certain skin disorders

♦ PCOD ♦ Trauma ♦ Stomatitis ♦ Pharyngitis.

♦ Certain cancerous conditions

CONTRAINDICATIONS

♦ Pregnant women ♦ Dehydration ♦ Hunger

♦ Old age ♦ Emaciated ♦ COPD

♦ Splenomegaly ♦ Defective vision ♦ Bleeding disorders

♦ Obstructive uropathy ♦ Ascites ♦ Abdominal fullness

♦ BPH ♦ Indigestion

VASTI KARMA

Vasti is a specialized Ayurvedic curative and nourishing therapy used for treating various Neuro-musculo-skeletal disorders and systemic disorders.

Vasti is a procedure in which medicated decoction/ oils are administered into the body through lower pathways most often through anus in a systematic way. It cleanses the accumulated toxins from the body.

KASHAYA /ASTHAPANA/NIRUHA VASTI

Kashaya vasti is a procedure in which medicated decoctions are administered into the body through anal route which helps in expelling the accumulated toxins in the body clearing the channels.

MODE OF ACTION OF KASHAYA VASTI

when the drug molecules of the kashaya vasti reaches the rectal mucosa which has rich supply of blood and lymph , they get readily absorbed , reducing the pyruvic acid contents in blood and increasing vitamin B1 production which maintains the integrity of peripheral nerves. Due to the deep percolating quality of the drug molecules, they stimulate the Enteric Nervous System of the gut. By stimulating the receptors of ENS subsequently

the medicaments invigorate the CNS causing secretions of required hormones and normalizing functions of higher centres.

As the administration of vasti creates a negative pressure on the colon and rectum due to its volume, it stimulates mass peristalsis which leads to immediate excretion of the toxins along with the faecespurifying the gut channels.

INDICATIONS

♦ Arthritis ♦ Neurological disorders ♦ Lumbar and cervical spondylitis

♦ Gastro-intestinal disorders ♦ Diabetes ♦ Urological disorders

♦ Gall bladder stone ♦ Psychological disorders ♦ Skin disorders

CONTRAINDICATIONS

♦ Chest injury ♦ Emaciation ♦ Diarrhea ♦ Indigestion

♦ Vomiting ♦ Dyspnea ♦ Cough ♦ Haemorrhoids

♦ Hiccups ♦ Tympanitis ♦ Dyspepsia ♦ Perforation of gut

♦ Skin diseases ♦ Turbid polyuria ♦ Upto 7th month of pregnancy

SNEHA VASTI (ANUVASANA)

Snehavasti is a procedure in which medicated oils are administered into the body through anal route which helps in expulsion of accumulated toxins in the body clearing the channels.

MODE OF ACTION OF ANUVASANA VASTI

When the drug molecules of the Snehavasti reaches the rectal mucosa due to their lipid bilayer structure of the cell membranes. Due to rich blood supply ofrectum they enter the circulation reducing the pyruvic acid content in the blood and increasing Vitamin B production which maintains the integrity of peripheral Nerves.

Due to the deep percolating quality of the drug molecules they stimulate the ENS of the gut subsequently the CNS causing secretion of required hormones and normalizing functions of higher centres. Also helps in clearing the obstructed channels of the intestines flushing out the toxins from the body.

INDICATIONS

♦ Arthritis ♦ Neurological disorders

♦ Lumbar and cervicalspondylitis ♦ Gastrointestinal disorders

♦ Diabetes Urological disorders

♦ Gall bladder stone ♦ Psychological disorders ♦ Skin Disorders

CONTRAINDICATION

♦ Chest injury ♦ Emaciation ♦ Diarrhea ♦ Indigestion

♦ Vomiting ♦ Dyspnea ♦ Cough ♦ Haemorrhoids

♦ Hiccups ♦ Tympanitis ♦ Dyspepsia ♦ Perforation of gut

♦ Skin diseases ♦ Turbid polyuria ♦ Upto 7th month of pregnancy

♦ Anemia ♦ Jaundice ♦ Rhinitis ♦ Hunger

♦ Splenomegaly ♦ Goiter ♦ Cervical ♦ lymphadenitis

♦ Filariasis ♦ Conjunctivitis

VIRECHANA

The snehapana performed before Virechana dissolves the toxins which are mainly lipid soluble and they become membrane bound by the help of fat soluble proteins.

BENEFITS

• Eradication of systemic diseases

• Bio-purifier

• Delay the aging process

• Removes the morbid toxins Multiple therapeutic benefits

• Effect on specific diseases Removes interfering molecules and ions

• Enhances mucosal blood supply

• Altering secretary functions

MODE OF ACTION OF VERECHANA KARMA

The snehapana performed before Virechana dissolves the toxins which are mainly lipid soluble and they become membrane bound by the help of fat soluble proteins. The subsequent oleation and sudation therapies done prior to administration of virechana aushadha changes the cell permeability leading to excretion of fat soluble protein bound toxins into the circulation. Due to the action of the medicaments these toxins gets eliminated into the lumen and they get hydrolysed by the enzymes in the gut, which irritates the lumen and requires bile for hydrolysis. Bile serves as a means for excretion of several toxic waste products from the body. The pressure built up inside the colon due to the fluid bulk leads to the expulsion of the contents.

INDICATIONS

♦ Skin disorders ♦ Diabetes ♦ Obesity

♦ Gynaecological disorders ♦ Tumours ♦ Neurological disorders

♦ Gastroenterological disorders ♦ Psychological disorders

CONTRAINDICATIONS

♦ Acute fevers ♦ Dyspepsia

♦ Bleeding disorders through lower orifices ♦ Rectal injury

♦ Diarrhea ♦ Presence of foreign body in G.I tract

♦ Emaciation