Treatment

Our Vaidyas

A Doctor is called ‘Vaidya’ in Sanskrit. Hence, in common parlance, an Ayurvedic Doctor is referred to as a Vaidya. Our ‘Vaidyavrindam’ or ‘group of Vaidyas’ are experienced, erudite and well versed in all nuances of Ayurveda, both professionally and academically. Our Vaidyas and, KR Thekkedathu Mana group ourselves, resolutely follow all principles of Ayurveda and function accordingly. We try and assimilate the Philosophy of Ayurveda and disseminate the same amongst our Patients.

Panchakarma Treatment `{`Duration 21-28 days`}`

Detox Treatment is termed Panchakarma treatment in Ayurveda. This is a set of five procedures namely Vamana, Virechana, Nirooha vasti, Anuvasana vasti and Nasya. Vamana is emesis treatment to remove unwanted toxins. Virechana is  the purgatory treatment for cleansing of bile. Nirooha vasti and Anuvasana vasti are two types of enema treatment. Nasya is a cleansing treatment for ears, eyes nose and throat. Panchakarma treatment is preceded by Purvakarma treatment which brace the Patient for Panchakarma treatments. This involves two procedures termed Swedanam and Snehanam. While Swedanam is Therapeutic sweating Snehanam is making the body oleaginous both externally and internally. Panchakarma treatment intends to relieve the body of all unwanted toxins and set it back to its natural state of equilibrium.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis in Ayurveda is achieved through three procedures. The first is ‘Darsana’, which is observing the Physiological characteristics of the Patient. The second is ‘Sparsana’. This involves Physiological examination of the patient. The third is ‘Prasna’, which is collecting the medical and related history of the Patient through questionnaire interaction. After conducting these functions the Vaidya arrive at a conclusion regarding the Doshas or mistakes in the bodily constitution of the Patient and prescribes according treatment.

Medicines

Ayurvedic medicines are mostly Plant extracts. They are collected from sources who specifically cultivate Ayurvedic medicinal Plants. Many of these Plants are grown at KR Thekkedathumana premises also. There are specific traditional methods for their collection and medicinal preparation An exclusive Ayurvedic kitchen is made available for this and medicines are prepared following the Ayurvedic scriptures. The lengthy and often complex procedure of an Ayurvedic medicinal preparation is never compromised upon and all traditional aspects along with necessary hygienic guidelines are strictly followed.

Satsang

Satsang means ‘Being together with good’. Only good activity brings together good people. Traditional Arts is a usual method to bring together good people. Performance of Traditional Art Forms like Kathakali, Ottamthullal, Bharathanatyam, Mohiniyattom, Chakyarkoothu and Koodiyattom brings in a cluster of good people. Such recreation also helps the mind to reach a Satvik level. Satva, Rajas and Thamas are three mental constitutions as according to the ancient Indian scriptures. Satwa relates to goodness while Rajas relates to ambition and wealth. Thamas relates to badness. Satwa is the desired quality for health rejuvenation and general well being. Only association with good people and hearing good stories develops Satva or Satvik quality. Hence, recreations that promote Satva quality is performed at KR Theekkedathu Mana Ayurveda and Patients are prompted to view them and hear discourses about them.

Stress Management Manashanti Chikitsa `{`14 – 28 days`}`

Life, now a day, pays a price for all the conveniences and comforts bestowed upon it by technology and related skills. The stress and strain a professional, or an amateur, for that matter, suffers is disproportionate to the resources he possess to manage it or keep it at bay without affecting his mind and general well being. Hence, facilities for stress management is of utmost need of the hour.

Stress management, termed Manashanthi Chikitsa in Ayurveda, is intended to free a person of the resultant discomforts caused due to strain, namely fatigue, headache, insomnia, lack of focus etc. The treatment involves three phases. The first is the Purvakarma Phase which braces up the patient for the forward treatments. The Shodhana phase, cleanse the Patient of the built up toxins and the third phase known as Samana revitalize and brings back order.

The first phase constitutes of Snehanam, which is oil treatment and Swedanam, which is therapeutic sweating. Then the Vaidya determines the appropriate Panchakarma treatment. The third phase Samana or Pashchath karma brings the Patient back to normalcy through Corrective medicines, diet and Yoga exercises.

The Therapists

The Therapist or ‘Chikitsak’ in Ayurveda is similar to a Nurse in Allopathic medical system. The ‘Chikitsak’ assist the Vaidya in all the therapeutic functions and further help the patient just like a Nurse do. Our ‘Chikitsakavrindam’ or group of ‘Chikitsaks’ are supremely skilful and well adept with all the complex methods of an Ayurvedic Therapy and, steadfastly administers them following all the rules and regulations, as laid out in traditional Ayuvedic texts. We, at KR Thekkedathu Mana Ayurveda, also utilize Kalaripayattu, the traditional martial art form of Kerala, for instilling vigour and freshness to the physical constitution of our Patients.

Shodhana Chikitsa `{`Duration 14-21 days`}`

Shodhana Chikitsa is partial Panchakarma treatment in the sense that it involve only a selected part of a Panchakarma treatment. Alike a Panchakarma treatment it follows a Purvakarma treatment. The Purvakarma treatment braces up a Patient to the Shodhana treatment. The treatment is Toxin cleansing and needs a minimum period of 14 days to a maximum of 21 days.

Treatment Course

The bracing up stage comes first. The body is subjected to oleaginous treatment called Snehanam. Swedanam is the second part which is therapeutic sweating. In case a Patient is felt as too insensitive to Oil, Rookshna treatment is conducted prior to Snehanam and Swedanam. Rookshna involves dehydrating the body. After this, the Vaidya determines the Dosha characteristics and proceeds to the Panchakarma treatments.

Ayurvedic Diet

The food served at KR Thekkedathu Mana Ayurveda strictly follows the Ayurvedic Diet principles. Diet, in fact, is central to Ayurveda and, following the Diet prescribed by the Vaidya is of utmost importance for achieving desired results. The Diet may vary from Patient to Patient and we serve them all in its exactness and freshness. Our Chef systematically obey the Vaidyas in all manner and specifics regarding the food served to each Patient. The principles of eating like slow and steady intake of food for better absorption is briefed to the Patients and they are insisted to follow it. Food is the contributing factor in maintaining the equanimity of bio energies along with the five principles that constitutes the human body.

Yoga and Meditation

Yoga is an ancient Indian system that originated in 5th and 6th century BC and was primarily involved with spiritual practices. Spiritual practitioners used Yoga to attain Physical composure that further serves the mental and  intellectual composures, which along with relevant spiritual thought processes leads to better spiritual experiences and realisation of soul or Atma. Ayurveda began to utilise Yoga for its Physiological benefits that compliments the Ayurvedic principle of body cleansing and correction. Various Yoga poses, if employed correctly, brings in a better body constitution that is harmonious with mind. While spiritual practitioners utilize Yoga for more focus on life hereafter, Ayurveda utilises Yoga for better focus on life here. Various Yoga poses and breath control exercises like Pranayama, revitalises and corrects the energy flow within the body.

While Yoga help Physiological cleansing and correction, Meditation serves the same regarding mind. Hence, along with Yoga, Ayurveda also promotes practice of Meditation. Along with a Physiologically balanced body a calm and peaceful mind is necessary for cure and health rejuvenation. Consistent and systematic practice of Meditation not only improves your mental focus but also cleanse it from unwanted thought and distractions. To begin with, sitting together as a group and focussing eyes on the flame of a candle light is practised. Then sitting alone with closed eyes and concentrating inwards to your thought process is practised. Meditation improves inherent energies to a positive level and brings more clarity and freshness of mind.

Weight Management Sthoulyghna Chikithsa `{`14 – 28 days`}`

Modern day life with its binge eating culture makes any person vulnerable to obesity. All medical systems agree that an obese person is a sitting duck to diseases.

Sthoulyaghna Chikithsa is an Ayurvedic treatment specifically meant to relieve obesity. The treatment conducted through its three phases, Purvakarma, Panchakarma and Pashchathkarma alleviate a person from all his unwanted fat and related health disorders. Further, if he follows his new found dietary regulations, Yoga exercises and meditation, he can stay trim life long.

Healthy Ageing Rasayana Chikithsa`{`14 – 28 days`}`

Healthy ageing is preserving and enhancing functional abilities for older age self-sufficiency. The Rasayana Chikithsa in Ayurveda is exactly meant for that. The treatment beginning with the cleansing process moves on to the revitalizing treatments which constitutes of dietary regulations and specific medicinal intake. After Snehanam, the oil treatment and, Swedanam, the therapeutic sweating, specific Panchakarma treatments for amplifying body cells and immune system are administered. Dietary regulations, Yoga exercises and meditation further compliment the treatment. If a Person can follow this Ayurveda habitat even after his treatment period a self-sufficient old age life awaits him.