Traditional Ayurveda Treatment

AYURVEDA

Since time immemorial, man has been engaged in the pursuit of achieving and maintaining an optimum state of health. Way back in 600 BC, Ayurveda emerged in South Asia as the natural way of healing. Today, Ayurveda has evolved into a scientific system of holistic healing that has gained recognition across the globe.

History

The word Ayurveda has derived from AYU and VEDA. AYU means life VEDA means Science or knowledge. That means the science of life. Charaka defines "That science is designated as Ayurveda where advantageous and disadvantageous as well as happy and unhappy states of life along with what is good and bad for life, its measurement and the life itself are described " (Charaka Sutra 1 - 4) Ayurveda embrace all living things, animate and inanimate. It is divided into three main branches Viz. Nara Ayurveda dealing with human life, Satva Ayurveda the science dealing with animal life and its diseases,Vriksha Ayurveda the science

Principles of Ayurveda

The basis of Ayurveda is the belief in a combination of five basic elements which form three types of energy or dosha within the body: vatha (a combination of air and space); pitha (fire and water) and kappha (earth and water). Ayurvedic practitioners believe that illness arises when these dosha are out of balance, and work to restore harmony. Comprehensive treatment not only includes massage, herbal baths, oil treatment and a

Ayurveda practices and resorts

There are around 6,500 registered Ayurveda practitioners in Sri Lanka, with around twice that number practicing informally in the villages. Specialised Ayurveda resorts cater almost exclusively to visitors to Sri Lanka. They may opt for a minimal weekend stay, but are generally encouraged to stay up to two or three weeks to obtain the maximum benefit from a combination of pure fresh air, a largely vegetarian diet,

What Can Ayurveda Cure?

Ayurveda aims to improve the overall well-being. This form of alternative healing is considered effective in curing a number of diseases, even chronic in nature. Ayurveda Medicines cure a variety of ailments like hyper-acidity, asthma, constipation, diabetes, gastritis, hypertension, female disorders, heart burns, liver ailments and cholesterol problems.

What About Side Effects?

Ayurveda offers a multitude of advantages with absolutely no side effects. Allopathic treatment involves the use of drugs that add toxins to the body. The body may be unable to eliminate / cope with these, leading to side effects. Based on nature cure, Ayurveda cleanses the body, enhancing its power to cure itself and its ability to defend against germs. Ayurveda and

An Internationally Recognized System.

The effectiveness of this health care system is being recognized the world over. With no distressing side effects, Ayurveda has become an internationally acclaimed form of healing, rejuvenation and healthy living.

Ayurveda Hotels in Sri lanka

SAHANRO AYURVEDIC TREATMENTS

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If you are on a budget, then Malewana Ayurvedic Hospital in Beruwala is the place for you. Malewana Ayurvedic Hospital is comfortable and informal, but also extremely professional. The resort was founded by Ven. Malewana Thero, the hospital which houses the most prestigious Malewana Ayurvedic University and the Malewana Rasayangaray (Manufacturer of Ayurvedic Medicine) is an inspiring place to be treated.

This is the application of oil on the body with the help of palms. The abhyanga (Massage) is used for relaxation, as well as giving tone to the muscles and promoting blood circulation. The regular application of oil gives longevity, strengthens the muscles and relieves fatigue. It also treats diseases of the nervous system (Vata Roga). The selection of the type of oil depends on the diagnosis of the physician and the duration of the treatment is usually for 30-40 minutes.

Ayurveda Head Oil Application

Application of oil and massage with the help of hands. Different types of oils are used according to the guest's condition and any ailments if present. It improves the blood circulation and prevents and cures headache and migraine. It also prevents and cures hair loss, baldness and premature graying of hair and helps hair growth. It promotes eye sight and clears the complexion of the face. It helps the individual to sleep and is good for stress and mental diseases. It is also good for conditions such as facial paralysis and hemiplegia (paralysis).

Ayurveda Facial Treatment

Herbal pastes and steams are used to cleans and smooth out wrinkles and clear the skin.

Ayurveda Herbal Bath

Herbal leaves and roots are boiled and the water is poured on the patients. Different types of herbal water is used according to any prevalent ailment and the condition of the patient.

Ayurveda Herbal Steam Bath

Herbal leaves and roots are boiled and the steam passed through the body for a prescribed period of time. Indications - obesity, joint pains.

Ayurveda Nasal Treatment

Medicated oils, herbal juices, powders etc. are administered through the nose tract. This treatment is very effective for chronic sinusitis, chronic headache, migraine, facial paralysis, nasal congestion, cataract and diseases of eye, nose, ear, mouth and head.

Ayurveda Arm Massage

Headaches, neck pain, and aching shoulders or tired hands can all be caused by tension in the arms. Massaging the arms helps the arms and shoulders to relax, and can alleviate many of these problems.

Ayurveda Leg Massage

By stimulating the circulation, massage brings blood and nutrients to the legs and helps to prevent varicose veins. Gentle stroking up the legs towards the lymph nodes can help to reduce puffiness or swelling in the lower legs. Help to reduce accumulation of cellulite, the dry skin and flabby thighs.

Ayurveda Neck & Shoulder Massage

Special herbal oil is applied to the neck and the shoulder to release muscular spasms, rheumatic pain and stress related conditions as the neck and the shoulder area is so often stiff and tense. This is due to the neck muscles having to continuously to support the head and also many people habitually hunch their shoulders, making the muscles at the sides of the neck very tense.

Ayurveda Foot Massage

During foot massage, special attention is focused on the tender spots. This massage produces a reflect effect on the internal organs as well as creating a combined soothing and invigorating effect. Massage of the feet prevents and cures dryness, numbness, roughness, fatigue, and cracking of the heels. It strengthens walking and running.

Personal Care

SUPIRIVICKY TOOTHPASTE

Natural calcium base in Supirivicky whitens the teeth and keeps gums healthy and strong, reduces plaque and prevents tooth decay. Therapeutic qualities of the herbs used keep your mouth fresh all day. Ingredients: Garcinia cambogia, Piper nigrum, Terminalia chebula, Phyllanthus emblica, Zyzygium cumini, Mimusops elengi, Glycyrrhiza

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Helps to improve ones mental capacity and retentive power Ingredients: Centella asiatica

GOTUKOLA TEA

"Gotukola" has been used in Ayurveda medicine, for centuries. It is time tested to improve memmory power, intelligence, concentration, immunity and as a remedy for cattarrh and sinus ailments. It helps to maintain a healthy skin.

It has wound healing properties. Gotukola is refreshing drink that

Ayurveda Herbal Products

Ayurveda Herbal products are purely "Natural". They promote health and well being in a safe and effective way. Today, botanical therapies are widely used around the world.

What are Ayurveda Herbal Products?

Nature has gifted us with abundant herbs and plants that have the ability

Each parts of our body comes under the influence of one of the three doshas

KAPHA

Sinuses
Nostrils
Throat

Bronchi
Lungs

PITTA

Liver
Spleen
Gall Bladder

Stomach
Duodenum
Pancreas

VATA

Small intestines

Large intestines

System of Characterization

Ayurvedic bio energies

Vata - air
Kapha - plegm
Pitta - bile

Chinese bio – energies

Yin - negative
Yang - Positive

The European humours

Blood
Choler
Phlegm
Melancholy

WHAT IS AYURVEDA?

Ayurveda means "the science of life". Ayurveda represents a system of healing that has been perfected over more than five thousands years. It is South Asia's ancient health care system based on herbs and diet. Ayurveda sees health and disease in holistic terms. It links the microcosm of the individual with the cosmos. It takes into account the relationship between energy and matter. This system of healing believes in treatment of not just the part affected by disease but the individual as a whole. It emphasizes on the harmony of mind, spirit and body to cure diseases. Moreover, the stress is on prevention rather than cure.