Sowa Rigpa

Vana is one of the few places in the world where Sowa Rigpa is formally offered in its complete avatar. Tibet’s traditional system of medicine finds it roots in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine and Buddhism. It is this amalgamation that makes it truly unique. Sowa Rigpa is governed by the Men-Tsee-Khang, the Institute of Tibetan Medicine and Astrology of the Tibetan government in exile in Dharamsala, India. Our doctors and therapists are alumni of the Men-Tsee-Khang, from where all our preparations are also procured.

Sowa Rigpa’s emphasis on the mind and emotions integrated seamlessly into its approach, make it one of the few to have embraced wellbeing in its entirety.

The Sowa Rigpa is founded on the concepts of the Three Humours (Wind, Bile, and Phlegm) and the Five Elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space). This system holds that imbalances in these components and humours cause illness, and that the purpose of treatment is to bring them back into balance.

Sowa Rigpa practitioners use a range of therapeutic techniques, such as herbal medication, dietary and lifestyle counselling, physical therapy, and spiritual practises. In Sowa Rigpa, herbal treatments play a key role. A variety of medicinal plants and mineral ingredients are employed to make formulations that are customised to each person's needs.

Sowa Rigpa sees the patient as an important component of their surroundings and takes these elements into account when diagnosing and treating patients. The system also places a strong emphasis on the value of preventative healthcare and the promotion of mental and emotional wellness.

Sowa Rigpa has attracted attention and acclaim from all over the world in recent years due to its holistic approach to healing and its insightful understanding of health and the human body.