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Kerala Ayurveda
Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word, derived from two roots: Ayur, which means life, and Veda, means knowledge. Knowledge arranged systematically with logic becomes science. Ayurveda medical system, was evolved in India, is around the 3,500 year old.
The literal meaning of Ayurveda is 'Science of Life'. The system is passed through traditionally from master to disciples orally. 'Thaliyola', palm leaf, was used for writing medical details. 'Narayam', an iron pin, was used as pen. The disciples used to stay in master's house, which is known a 'Gurukula'.
Treatments in ayurveda
Abhyanga
Tones muscle, improves circulation. Balances Vata. Obesity, Especially for Diabetic Gangrene etc.
Kativasthi
Strong and flexible back, Disc prolapse, Back pain and spinal disorders.
Urovasthi
Tones respiratory system and hearth Asthma, other respiratory problems hearth diseases and muscular chest pain
Thalam
Improves sleep. Strengthens eyesight, ENT problems, insomnia, migraine etc.
Ksheeradhooman
Tones facial nerves and muscles, Facial paralysis, speech disorders and other nervous disorders of the face.
Njavarakizhi
Rejuvenates all tissues. Balances Vata. Weight loss, Rheumatism, Pain in the Joints, Emaciation of limbs, High blood pressure, Cholesterol and certain kinds of skin diseases.
Dhara
Insomnia, Vata Predominated diseases, Mental tension and certain skin diseases.
Sirovasthi
Brain and neuromuscular tonic. Whole body tonic, Epilepsy, Facial paralysis, Dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, Severe headaches, and other Vata originated diseases.
Vasthi
Balances Vata. Tonic, Arthritis, Paralysis, Hemiplegia, Numbness, Gastric complaints associated with Rheumatism and constant constipation
Udvarthanam
Loose weight, improve circulation, Hemiplegia, Paralysis, Obesity and certain Rheumatic ailments
Nasyam
Sinusitis, recurrent respiratory problems, Headaches, Brain disorders, some types of skin disease.
Snehapanam
Internal rejuvenation. Improves immunity. Aids cleansing. Also used in Osteoarthritis, Psoriasis, Leukemia etc.
Kizhi
Anti inflammatory tonic. Gentle, deep cleansing, Osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondylitis, sports injuries etc.
Yoniprakshalanam
Female reproductive disorders, Endometriosis, cysts and fibroids, tumors, infertility.
Pizhichil
Rejuvenate the entire body, esp. neuromuscular system. Balances Vata. Rheumatic diseases like Arthritis, Paralysis, Hemiplegia, Epilepsy, Paralysis-Agitanus and Sexual weakness.
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