Nasya Karma

Nasya Karma

        

 It is one of the panchakarmas mentioned in Ayurveda. It is a process by which drug is administered through the nostrils.

         If 'Nasyakarma' is done properly and regularly it will keep the person's eye, nose and ear unimpaired. It also prevents the early graying of hair and beard. Nasyakarma will prevent the falling of hair. It will ensure growth of hair and alleviate diseases like cervical spondilitis, headache, facial paralysis, hemiplegia, diseases of nose, frozen shoulder, hemi crania, coryza, sinusitis, mental disorders parkinsonism and skin complaints. Nasyakarma will enhance the activity of sense organs and prevent the diseases of head (urdhwanga). It will prevent the early aging process.

Purvakarma(Pre-purification Measures)

          Prior to nasya karma, sneha and sweda should be done to the patients Face, Forehead, Head, Ears and Neck. This prior snehana (oleation) and swedana (sudation or sweating) will help to loosen the adhesive doshas, thereby facilitating the subsequent elimination. 

Pradhan karma (Main Procedure of Nasyakarma) 

         After the Purvakarma the patient is asked to lie down in a bed with his hand and legs kept straight. His head is maintained at a lower position by keeping the pillow below the neck. This position will facilitate the direct passage of the drug. Placing the medicine above hot water gently warms it and then it is made to flow in to one nostril, while the other is kept closed the same process is carried out in the other nostril also. For the administration of the drug a pichu (Cotton swab) or nadi(tube) may be used (dropper can be used).

         The sole, shoulder, neck, ear and palm are gently massaged after the administration of the drug. He must pit out all the impurities and medicine that reach his mouth. The spitting is repeatedly carried out turning to both sides while the patient is lying. Swedakarma (sudation) should be repeated after the nasya treatment.

         The process of nasya can be repeated twice or thrice if necessary. This process should be repeated for 7 days.

Indications for Nasyakarma:  

• Trigeminal Neuralgia
• Bel's Palsy
• To improves memory & eye sight
• Insomnia
• Elimination of excess Mucus
• Hyper pigmentation in the face
• Pre-mature graying of hair
• To brings clarity to voice
• Headaches of various origin
• Hemiplegia
• Loss of smell and taste
• Frozen Shoulder
• Migraine
• Stiffness of the neck
• Nasal Allergies
• Nasal Polyp
• Neurological dysfunctions
• Sinusitis
• To relive stress and emotional imbalances
• stiffness in the neck & shoulders
• dryness of the nose
• hoarseness of voice
• convulsions

Disclaimer : Nasyakarma is a very special Ayurvedic procedure requiring proper guidance from a highly trained and skillful Ayurvedic practitioner. This should not be undertaken just from information in this article. One should consult with an Ayurvedic physician.

Shirodhara

Shirodhara

Shirodhara is a form of Ayurveda therapy that involves gently pouring liquids over the forehead (the 'third eye'). It was developed by vaidyas (practitionars of Ayurveda) in India for use in sukhachikitsa (restorative therapy) and can be one of the steps involved in Panchakarma. The name comes from the Sanskrit words shira 'head' and dhara 'flow'. The liquids used in shirodhara depend on what is being treated, but can include oil, milk, buttermilk, coconut water, or even plain water.

Shirodhara has been used to treat a variety of conditions including eye diseases, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, greying of hair, neurological disorders, memory loss, insomnia, hearing impairment, tinnitus, vertigo, Ménière's disease and certain types of skin diseases likepsoriasis. It is also used non-medicinally at spas for its relaxing properties.

There are specialized forms of shirodhara called thyladhara, ksheeradhara, thakradhara and jaladhara.

Abhyanga

Abhyanga

                                                 Abhyanga Treatment: Abhyanga is a form of Ayurvedic medicine that involves massage of the body with large amounts of warm oil. 

The oil is often pre-medicated with herbs for specific conditions. 

Abhyanga can be done as part of the steps of panchakarma therapy, especially in the first stage: Purva Karma (pre-treatment), or as its own therapy. 

It is often followed by svedana therapy, a warm bath, yoga or laying out in the sun. 

Many times abhyanga is performed by two or more massage therapists working in sync but it can also be done by oneself. 

Oils used can vary depending on the season and the individuals constitution (dosha) but commonly used oils include sesame, coconut, sunflower, mustard and almond. 

In addition to the oil abhyanga massage differs from many Western massage techniques in that it is not very deep.

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Tulsi

Tulsi, the wonder herb

Tulsi or Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum or Holy Basil) is an aromatic plant in the family Lamiaceae. In India, it is regarded as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Tulsi, a consort of the god Vishnu and its leaves are an essential part in the worship of God Vishnu and his Avatars.

Tulsi has been used for thousands of years in Ayurveda for its diverse healing properties and its extracts are used in for a variety of ailments.Tulsi is considered to be an adaptogen,balancing different processes in the body, and helpful for adapting to stress. Traditionally, tulsi is taken in many forms: as herbal tea, dried powder or fresh leaf.