A very effective treatment with medicated oi that is applied on the head for treating various ailments related with brain, neurological disorders, stress etc. Sneha Vasti is an important part of Ayurvedic body de-toxification therapy known as “Panchkarma”. Vasti refers to enema, which is administration of medication through anal route. Sneha Vasti is an important part of Ayurvedic body de-toxification therapy known as “Panchkarma”. Vasti refers to enema, which is administration of medication through anal route. · Administration of Sneha Vasti balances the Vata dosha. · It causes colonic de-toxification and helps to flush out all the toxins in the lower body. · Sneha Vasti effectively reduces lower backache, and pain caused by gout and rheumatism. · The medicated oil enemas help to expel the toxins out from the body. · Gastric problems such as constipation and flatulence can be treated effectively using Sneha Vasti. · Sneha Vasti is indicated for management of neurological ailments such as paralysis etc. Vasti or medicated enema is the most effective panchkarma therapy which is performed only on prescription by an ayurvedic physician in conditions of vata predominance. It is performed to flush the loosened doshas out through the intestinal tract.Its effectiveness is unmatched asmedicines directly reach the bowel without enzymatic actions. That is why it is performed with many other therapies too and is considered “half the treatment”, for many types of diseases. Depending upon the type of medication, vasti can be Sneha or Kashaya vasti. Sneha Vasti (Oil enema)When vasti is given with medicated oils/ghritam to nourish and lubricate the body, it is termed as sneha vasti. Indication: Vata disorders Objective of Sneha vastiThe main position of Vata dosha is Pakwashaya (large intestine), so sneha vasti is the main therapy for all vata disorders such as constipation, neurological ailments, paralysis, urinary & bowel incontinence,flatulence, lower backache, sciatica, arthritis, gout, and rheumatism etc. Procedure of Sneha VastiPatient is advised to take light food and oil massage before the procedure. In a comfortable lying position that is neither too high nor too low, patient is instructed to be on his left side, folding his right thigh and extending the other. The nozzle of vasti yantra and anus is lubricated with oil. Then the vasti yantra filled with medicated oil is introduced into the rectum and medicated oil is released in a precise manner. After this, patient should lye facing upward and gentle massage should be given on abdomen, hand and feet. Normally within 3 hours patient pass stool with oil. Benefits of Sneha Vasti
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JAUNDICE AND AYURVEDADr. Nitesh KhondeExpert in Traditional & Modern Ayurveda and PanchkarmaTherapy In Ayurveda jaundice resembles as kamala.
It is a condition where the skin and the whites of the eyes become yellowish. Causes Heavy intake of oily, spicy, sour, salty, alkaline, Intake of very hot foods; alcohol; and sesame oil Pandu roga Vidahi Ahar sevan Sleeping in the daytime, excessive physical work, overindulgence in sexual activity, suppression of the natural urges psychological factors like fear, anger, and stress Pathogenesis- This all hetus (reasons)causes vitiation of Pitta dosha . This aggravated Pitta causes impairment of blood and the muscle tissue of the liver which leads to blockage in the channels of the liver .this aggrevated Pitta (bile) is thrown back into the blood causing discoloration of the eyes and skin. Symptoms Snehana-Intake of medicated ghee like tiktak ghruta or mahatiktaka ghrut vaman-Emesis treatment Mrudu virechana-Purgation by erand oil Medicines – Haritaki kalka with gomutra Guduchi swaras with honey Triphala kwath Gomutra haritaki Darvyadi leha Punarnava mandur Aarogyavardhini Diet & Lifestyle Advice |