Ayurveda is the 'Knowledge or Science of Life'. According to Charaka, the ancient physician-sage, life is a unified state of the physical body, the cognitive organs, the mind and the soul, thus signifying a living being.                         

Ayurveda deals with the maintenance of health and relief from disease. Susruta, another physician-sage of early times, defines the healthy state thus: 'A person whose somatic and psychic humours are in equilibrium, digestion is uniformly healthy, with normal functioning of the fundamental tissues of the body and body wastes, accompanied by the processes of the soul, cognitive organs and the mind, is said to be a healthy person.'

The primary position given to humoral equilibrium indicates its importance in maintaining health. Any disequilibrium is considered to lead to disease. Health is the physiological maintenance of all the functions of the living being, while disease is the disturbance in the physiology. The contemporary practice of Ayurveda is based on the several hundred volumes of Classical treatises and on the official Formulary and Pharmacopoeia.

 

  Revitalization of Ayurveda:

During the 500 years of foreign domination of India, Ayurveda was held in ridicule, and it withered. But the invincible spirit of this life science survived and thrived. Today, Ayurveda has caught the attention of the people the world over - both laymen and professionals.

 

The major credit for reviving and spreading the message of Ayurveda in the 20th century goes to the Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala and its founder Vaidyaratnam P. S. Varier. Called the 'Saviour of Ayurveda in the South', he was the first man in South India to organise the treatment of patients under the Ayurvedic system. He pioneered the production of Ayurvedic medicines on modern lines, and ensured that Ayurveda occupied its rightful place among the country's major medical systems.

Inspired by the zeal, vision and human compassion of its great founder, Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala carried on with its noble mission. It sailed smoothly through two World Wars, the Great Depression of the thirties and several natural calamities and political upheavals. Today, it has grown into a mighty organisation unparalleled in South India.

The services of The Arya Vaidya Sala reach its patients through a nation-wide network of 14 branches and more than 1000 retail distributors that market its 500-odd formulations.

Thousands of patients visit Kottakkal every year, seeking succour at the healing hands of Arya Vaidya Sala. Ailing people from the West European, Arabian, American and Far East countries also approach the institution. For thousands of years the wise men of India have applied natural medicine. Massage, herbs and oils are applied to the body aiming to restore the natural balance of the three doshas Vata, Pitta and Kapha. The diagnosis is based on the combination of Vata, Pitta, Kapha, which describes the constitution of each individual.

 

  Prime Treatments in Ayurveda

Some of the prime body treatments and body care in Ayurveda are given as under:-

Abhyangam (14 Days) :    Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful for Obesity, Especially for Diabetic Gangrene etc.

Dhanyamla Dhara (14 Days) :    Warm herbal liquid is poured all over the body in a rhythmic way through a special vessel for 45 minutes to 1 hour daily. This treatment is very effective for hemiplegia, Paralysis Rheumatic complaints etc.

Dhara (14 Days) :    In this process, some Herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk etc. are poured on the forehead in a special method for about 45 minutes in a day for a period of 7-21 days. This treatment is mainly for Insomnia, Vatha Predominated diseases, Mental tension and certain skin diseases.

Kativasthi :    In this process specially prepared warm medicated oil is kept over the lower back with herbal paste boundary, This treatment lasts for 45 minutes to 1 hour and it is good for any type of back pain and spinal disorders.

Kizhi (14 Days) :    Herbal leaves and herbs or herbal powders are applied to the whole body in boluses with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 14 days. This treatment is for osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondilsis, sports injuries etc.

Ksheeradhoomam :    This is fomentation with medicated cow milk. This treatment is good for facial paralysis. Bell's palsy, speech disorders and other nervous disorders of the face.

Lepanam :    This is a process by which medicated herbal paste is applied on the affected part, This is useful for various types of inflammatory conditions.

Nasyam (14 Days) :    Herbal juices, medicated oils etc. are applied through nose for 7 to 14 day. This treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of Headaches, Paralysis, Mental disorders, some types of skin disease etc.

Njavarakizhi (14 Days) :     It is a process by which the whole body or any specific part thereof is made to perspire by the application of certain medical puddings externally in the form of Boluses tied up in muslin bag. This is applied by two to four therapist for abut 60-90 minutes per day for a period of 14 days. This Treatment is for all types of Rheumatism, Pain in the Joints, Emaciation of limbs, High blood pressure, Cholesterol and certain kinds of skin diseases.

Pizhichil (14 Days) :    In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by two to four trained therapists i a special rhythmic way continuously for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatic diseases like Arthritis, Paralysis, Hemiplegia, Paralysis-Agitanus, Sexual Weakness, Nervous Weakness and Nervous disorders etc.

Sirovasthi (14 Days) :    Certain lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day according to the patients conditions for a period of 7 days. This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, Dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, Severe headaches, and other Vatha originated diseases.

Snehapanam (14 Days) :    Mediated Ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity for a period of 8 to 12 days. This treatment is for Osteoarthritis, Psoriasis, Leukaemia etc.

Thalam :    Special powder mixed with medicated oil applying on the top of the head for 20 to 45 minutes. This treatment is helpful for ENT problems, insomnia, migraine etc.

Udvarthanam (14 Days) :    This is a typical massage with herbal powder for about 30 to 45 minutes daily for a period of 14 to 28 days. This treatment is for the diseases like Hemitplegia, Paralysis, Obesity and certain Rheumatic ailments.

Urovasthi :    Like Kativasthi warm medicated oil is kept over the chest for 45 minutes this is an effective treatment for asthma, other respiratory problems hearth diseases and muscular chest pain

Vasthi (14 Days) :       Certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc. are applied through the rectum daily for a period 5 to 25 days. This Treatment is for Arthritis, Paralysis, Hemiplegia, Numbness, Gastric complaints associated with Rheumatism and constant constipation.

Yoni Prakshalanam (7 Days) :    Herbal oils and decoctions are applied through the vaginal route. This treatment is good for gynaecological disorders. It is also a purification process for genital organs.

Kindly contact us, if you be interested in any of the therapies mentioned above & in attaining the harmony of body, mind and soul by availing our specially designed exclusive therapies package Special therapy treatments can also be availed in Delhi and Khajuraho besides of course Kerala which is the home of medicines.


 

Ayurveda Health Holidays

Day 01 Arrive Chennai
On arrival, transfer to hotel. Afternoon city tour covering National Art Gallery, Marina Beach, Fort Museum and Kapaleeshwar Temple etc. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 Pondicherry
Drive to Mahabalipuram and visit Shore temples, Five Rathas, Mandapam, Arjuna's Penance. After Lunch drive to Pondicherry. Visit Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville. Pondicherry is the seat of Yoga.

Day 03 Swamimalai
Drive to Swamimalai and check in at Sterling Resort. Visit Tanjore Big temple. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 to 06 Ayurvedic treatment at Swamimalai.
A TYPICAL DAY AT " STERLING SWAMIMALAI"

06.00 - 06.30 a.m. Poojas and Rangoli
06.30 - 06.50 a.m. Initiation to Yoga
06.50 - 07.00 a.m. Meditation
07.00 - 08.00 a.m. Oil Message - Royal Herbal Bath
08.00 - 09.00 a.m. Theme Breakfast
09.00 - 13.00 p.m. Sightseeing
13.00 - 14.00 p.m. Lunch
14.00 - 18.00 p.m. Sightseeing
18.00 - 19.00 p.m. Cultural performs or traditional games
19.30 - 21.30 p.m. Theme Dinner
21.30 onwards Folk performance & folk story telling

Day 07 Madurai
Morning drive to Madurai enroute visit temples including Rock cut temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple. In the afternoon brief sightseeing of Madurai visiting 1000-pillared Meenakshiamman temple, Tirumalai Nayak's Palace and witness the night ceremony at the temple. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 08 Departure Madras (or) Extension to Ayurvedic Treatments
Transfer to Airport for connecting flight to onward destination. OR Drive to Kovalam.

Day 08 to Day 15 Ayurvedic treatments

Day 15 Departure
Transfer to Trivandrum Airport to connect flight to onward destination.