Panchakarma Therapy-A Detail Study

What is Panchakarma Procedure

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Ayurveda has rightly emphasized that health is not only the state of not having disease but, it is the state of normalcy of Dosha, Dathu, Agni and Malakriya. It also includes the Prasanna Atma (soul), Indriya (sense organs) and Manas (mind).

Five Doshas :-

Three doshas of the body, Vata, Pitta and Kapha, which broadly represent the nervous system, the metabolic system and the nutritive system, keep the human body in balance. Whenever the delicate balance between these doshas is disturbed, a disease may be manifested. The main objective of the Ayurvedic system of treatment is to restore the original state of equilibrium between the doshas. In order to achieve the same Ayurveda has advocated certain regimens and treatment modalities such as Dinacharya, Rutucharya, Vega Adharana, Rasayana–Vajikarana and Panchakarma

Vata Dosha :-

1. Dry (Ruksha): Vata tends to be dry, affecting the skin, hair, and mucous membranes.
2. Light (Laghu): It is light, contributing to qualities like agility and quickness.
3. Cold (Shita): Vata has a cold nature, influencing temperature regulation in the body.
4. Rough (Kathina): This quality can manifest in rough or uneven skin and hair textures.
5. Subtle (Sukshma): Vata is subtle, influencing processes at the cellular and molecular levels.
6. Mobile (Chala): Vata is characterized by movement, affecting bodily functions and activities.

Pitta Dosha :-

1. Hot (Ushna): Pitta is inherently hot, influencing temperature regulation and metabolism.
2. Sharp (Tikshna): It is sharp, affecting mental acuity and the digestive process.
3. Light (Laghu): Pitta is light, contributing to qualities like brightness and a radiant complexion.
4. Oily (Snigdha): This quality manifests as oiliness, influencing skin, hair, and lubrication of joints.
5. Liquid (Drava): Pitta is liquid, governing various fluid secretions in the body.
6. Spreading (Vishada): Pitta has a spreading quality, affecting its influence on various functions and tissues.

Kapha Dosha :-

1. Heavy (Guru): Kapha is inherently heavy, influencing structure, stability, and endurance.
2. Cold (Shita): It is cold, affecting temperature regulation and metabolic processes.
3. Oily (Snigdha): This quality manifests as oiliness, influencing skin, hair, and lubrication of joints.
4. Slow (Manda): Kapha is slow, influencing the pace of various physiological functions.
5. Stable (Sthira): Kapha is stable, contributing to qualities like groundedness and endurance.
6. Soft (Mrudu): Kapha is soft, affecting tissues and providing a cushioning effect.

Panchakarma-procedure is a method of cleansing the body of all the unwanted waste after lubricating it.  the term PANCHA (five) – KARMA (procedures). Panchakarma-treatment is unique in the sense that it includes preventive, curative and promotive actions for various diseases.

Five Karmas :-

The body can be divided on the basis of the parts that need cleansing. Head, GIT (gastro- intestinal system), upper and lower. The five main Karmas to cleanse the complete body are

1. Vamana karama (therapeutic emesis):- 

this procedure helps clear the stomach and part of the respiratory tract. Vamana means therapeutic Vomiting which is a medical emesis. This treatment as done for Asthma, Psoriasis, Bronchitis, Respiratory Congestion, Chronic cold, sinus etc. Vamana

​ 2. Virechana Karma(purgation):-

Induced purgation clears the lower gastro from the duodenum (end of stomach) till the exit. In simple words Virechana is that procedure which expels out the doshas through anal passage.This treatment is done for Chronic Fever, Piles Gout, Jaundice, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Constipation etc.

3. Basti Karma (Enema using medicated oil):-

         
 In Basti Karma the medicated oil or herbal decoction is administrated through the anal route.This treatment is done for Distended Abdomen, Constipation, Slipped Disc, Gout, Paralysis spondylosis etc.

​4. Nasys Karma :-

         
 Nasya is a term to be applied generally for medicines administrated through nasal route.This treatment is done for Hair Loss, Frozen Shoulder, Headache, Epilepsy, Anxiety, Neurological Disorders etc

5. Raktamokshana :-

   

Raktamokshana -procedure which expels out vitiated blood from the body.

The complete process of Panchakarma consists of three steps :-
(A) Poorva Karma :-

which is the preparatory procedure required before the main procedure to enable a person to receive the full benefits of the main treatment. It consists of two main processes – Snehan (oleation) and Swedan (fomentation). These methods help to dislodge the accumulated poisonous substances in the body, thus preparing them for their complete removal.

(B)Pradhan Karma :-

 On completion of the first step, it is decided which of these are to be done depending upon the proximity of the waste. An increased level of upper respiratory tract waste shall call for Vamana. Similarly, a lower gastro accumulation of waste calls for a Virechanam.

(C)Paschaat Karma :-

Paschaat Karma or the post-therapy dietary regimen to restore the body’s digestive and absorptive capacity to its normal state.

 

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