Panchakarma Chikitsa

Panchakarma is an intensive cleansing treatment that follows the early texts of Ayurveda like Charaka Samhita. Panchakarma, which literally means five actions, is essentially about the purification of the body. The five actions of Panchakarma according to Charaka Samhitha are Vamana (induced vomiting), Virechana (purgation), Kashaya Vasti and Sneha Vasti (two kinds of medicated enemas) and Nasya (nasal medication). It is preceded by a preparatory process called Poorvakarma. At this stage, the body is prepared for removing “toxins” first through Snehanam which makes the body unctuous or oily internally and externally, and second through Swedanam which means therapeutic sweating. Once the preparatory stage is completed, the doctor will prescribe one or more of the 5 Panchakarma cleansing procedures depending on each individual’s condition. The third and final stage of treatment is Samana or Paschatkarma where the patient undergoes corrective measures through medicines, moderate therapeutic treatments, appropriate diet and activities for the body and mind. On completion of the Panchakarma treatment, the imbalances that lead to diseases in the individual is stabilized and brought to equilibrium.

A complete Ayurvedic programme called Panchakarma Chikitsa is designed to purify and revitalise the body and mind. Panchakarma is a system of five therapeutic procedures that purges toxins and restore equilibrium in the body. The term is derived from the Sanskrit words "Pancha" meaning five and "karma" meaning action.

Abhyanga (herbal oil massage), Swedana (herbal steam therapy), Virechana (therapeutic purgation), Basti (medicated enema), and Nasya (nasal injection of herbal oils) are just a few of the therapies that are commonly included in the package. These treatments are carried out under the supervision of qualified Ayurvedic professionals and are tailored depending on unique requirements and imbalances.

Aims of Panchakarma Chikitsa include improving digestion, boosting the immune system, removing accumulated toxins (ama) from the body, and balancing the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). People looking for cleansing, stress alleviation, weight management, and rejuvenation are frequently advised to try it.

People who undertake Panchakarma Chikitsa can benefit from increased energy, mental clarity, better digestion, boosted immunity, and a profound sensation of relaxation. In order to assess the suitability and length of the Panchakarma therapy based on one's unique health needs, it is crucial to speak with an Ayurvedic practitioner.