The Classical Ayurvedic texts discuss all forms of science like biology,
toxicology and subjects like philosophy and theology. The World Health
Organization recognises this 5,000-year-old system of medicine as the safest
system of alternative medicine.
Kerala, the land of Ayurveda
Kerala's composed climate, natural abundance of forests reserve (with a
wealth of herbs and medicinal plants), and the cool monsoon season (June -
November) are most appropriate for Ayurveda's therapeutic and restorative
packages. In fact, today, Kerala is the only State in India which practises
this system of medicine with complete dedication.
Kerala a southern state of India, has
developed its own Ayurvedic treatment modalities like Dhara, pizhichil,
Navarakizhi, Elakizhi, Sirovasthi, Thalapothichil etc. which are highly
effective in a number of diseases which include Motor neuron diseases,
Arthritis of various kinds, skin diseases, heart diseases, peptic ulcer,
Asthama, Peripheral vascular diseases and Gynecological disorders.
The more popular Ayurvedic programmes among the tourists are Rejuvenation
therapies (Oil massages, herbal baths etc.) and yoga. Ayurveda is sometimes
considered a better alternative in certain cases of Jaundice, Paralysis,
Arthritis, Parkinson's disease, Spinal problems, Gastric or Peptic ulcers
etc.
Most ideal time for the Ayurvedic Treatment
Traditional texts reveal that the monsoon is the best season for
rejuvenation process. The atmosphere at that time remains dust-free and
cool. This is the period when, the pores of the body opens maximum, making
it most receptive to herbal oils and therapy.
Base of the Ayurveda Concept
Ayurvedic pharmacology is based upon the concepts of rasa, veerya and
vipaka. A vast variety of plants, metals, minerals, animals, birds and even
mud and sand are used as medicines in Ayurveda.
Knowledge about Ayurvedic type of medicine is divided into eight branches.
The branches are
1.
Kaya chikilsa (general medicine),
2. Shalya (surgery),
3. Shalakya (ENT and Ophthalmology),
4. Graha (Psychotherapy),
5. Damshitra (toxicology),
6. Bala (Pediatrics and Gynecology),
7. Jara (rejuvenation) and
8. Vrishya (Aphrodisiacs).
Of the above the seventh one, that is rejuvenation therapy is a unique
method which Ayurveda performs.
The Centres for Ayurvedic Treatment
There are numerous Ayurvedic treatment centres in
Kerala. You can find them in almost all the
major cities of
Kerala in South India.
Ideal Destinations for Ayurvedic Treatment
- Kanjany, Thrissur
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Palakkad
- Kovalam
- Kumarakom
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