Treatment Philosophy
The Treatment is based on the concept of Panchamahabhootas; Five elements of Nature: Prithvi (Earth), Aap (Water), Tej (Fire), Vaayu (Air) and Aakash (Space). The Principle of Naturopathy is that the accumulation of toxins is the root cause of all diseases; hence prevention of such accumulation and elimination of existing toxins is the route to health.
We have a holistic approach towards each sadhaka.
- Exploring the disease and the patient’s illness experience
- Understanding the whole person
- Finding common ground with the patient regarding treatment options
- Incorporating prevention and health promotion
- Enhancing the doctor-patient relationship
- Being realistic in approach
NATUROPATHY
Naturopathy believes in holistic approach towards a disease condition and treats the body as a whole
We have a holistic approach towards each sadhaka.
- Earth – Mud baths, Mud packs
- Water – Hydrotherapeutic methods in the form of Baths, Douches, Packs, Compresses etc.
- Air – Breathing exercises, Outdoor walking.
- Fire – Sun baths, Thermoleum baths,
- Ether – Fasting therapy
Mud Therapy
Mud therapy represents the first element “Earth”. 6 feet deep mud which is purified through various processes is used in treatments.
Natural minerals and salt present in mud along with its cooling effect adds to its therapeutic property.
It’s extremely helpful in various condition of the skin like psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis etc.
Mud applications are also helpful in reducing inflammation and relieving pain.
Hydrotherapy
This refers to the mode of therapy using water in different forms and temperature.
Various Hydrotherapy treatments at Ashram are:
- Immersion Bath
- Under water Massage
- Hip Bath
- Jacuzzi Hip Bath
- Spinal Spray
- Vichy Shower
- Circular Jet
- Douche
- Enema
- Steam Bath
- Arm and Foot Bath
- Packs and compress
Immersion bath is administered by immersing the entire body other than head in a full size tub filled with water of desired temperature depending upon the condition of a health-seeker. It creates an appetite, accelerates the circulation and arouses the nervous system.
Uses: Sleeplessness, Anxiety, Nervous debility, Joint pain, Depression, Parkinsonism, Hypertension, Migraine and certain skin diseases.
It is hydro-therapeutic measure where person is made to sit in a hip bath tub and water is filled up to the navel region. Other body parts are kept dry. Feet should to be rested on a foot rest. Specially designed tub is used for hip bath. It is mainly administered for improvement of digestion, excretion, and is beneficial in gynecological and urinary problems. Various temperatures of water like very cold, cold, neutral, warm, hot and very hot are used depending upon the clinical condition.
Uses: Useful in Indigestion, Gas Formation, Hyper-acidity, Constipation, Piles, Menstrual Disorders, Obesity and Diabetes.
A gentle massage of fine water columns through spray on the spinal cord and its nearby parts is called spinal spray. A specially designed tub is used for this treatment. This serves a great measure in influencing the central nervous system.
Uses: Insomnia, Hypertension, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Migraine etc.
A Vichy shower includes five to seven shower heads that are placed in a row over a cushioned table. During the treatment, sadhaka lies on a cushioned table while water showers the body. The shower helps to relax and improves circulation in the back thereby relieving pain, stiffness and spasms
Diet: Diet plays an integral part in Naturopathy treatment protocol. Hippocrates says “Thy Food Shall Be Thy Medicine”. Here we consider food as the main ingredient in healing process.
A simple yet nutritious menu is designed to cater the need of the sadhakas depending on their health issues. A variety of Herbal teas and juices, fruits and vegetable juices, smoothies, fresh salads and sprouts, soups and millet based meal forms the core of our healthy meal menu. Food and juices is served as prescribed by the Doctors.
Yoga Therapy
The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word “Yuj” which means union; Union of body, mind and soul.
Here at Ashram we use this power of yoga to bring a balance between the mind and the body.
We have 4 batches of Yoga that caters to different age group and disease conditions.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy treatments are very beneficial in treating various musculoskeletal and neurological disorders.
It is capable of treating various diseases like different kind of arthritis, Spondylosis, painful conditions etc.
Its ability to improve mobility and range of motion of patients in various conditions is widely recognized.
Shoulder Wheel Exerciser
Quadriceps Table Exerciser
Finger Ladder Exerciser
Hand Grip strength Exerciser
Ankle Exerciser
Pulley Exerciser
Acupuncture
