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Ayurveda

Life (ayu) is the combination (samyoga) of body, senses, mind and reincarnating soul. Ayurveda is the most sacred science of life, beneficial to humans both in this world and the world beyond."
(Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana)

Ayurveda, which means 'Knowledge of the life forces', is universal or valid even today as it was 5000 years ago.  Harmonies, Balance, Integrity, Simplicity, Well-being, these are concepts fundamental to the system of Ayurveda

Ayurveda uses very simple, easy to understand principles, to determine individual constitution and the imbalances in it. It considers the individual as a whole connected with the world rather than looking at the body as some kind of a machine with different parts and functions. The great sages of seers who developed this system could see beyond the physical framework.

The body - made up of the five great elements earth, water, fire, air and ether or  the 'Pancha bhoothas' The three Doshas - Vata, Pitta, and Kapha which are forces in the body produced by normal metabolic processes and not physical substances.

The six tastes - of sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter and astringent that influence the balance of the doshas in the body. The seven dhatus - or classes that are rasa, blood, flesh, fat, bone, marrow, shukra into which all body tissues are divided Prana, tejas and ojas which are not doshas.

These basic elements dwell with in the system and it will make us realize that the body is not just a sum of its parts. Ayurveda is not just a science for the simple reason that it has an expanse, which is beyond ordinary science or physiology.

What we eat and drink plays an important role in our well-being.  It is not only what we eat, but the way we eat it, the setting in which we eat, the internal setting during the time of consumption and the attitude of the person who prepares the food too should be considered. According to Ayurveda incorrect food habits is the main physical causative factor of diseases.

There is no standard diet for everyone, or any minimum daily requirements. Its concern is that the food we take in and the way we take it is in harmony with our own body constitution and it should be adjustable for seasonal variations as well as the various stages in an individual's life. ' We are what we eat holds a lot of truth here…

There are various branches in Ayurveda because each sage saw things from a different viewpoint and it was augmented by personal experience. But the overall treatment includes removal of the cause, purification to eliminate excess doshas, balancing the doshas, rejuvenation to rebuild the organism and of course no treatment is complete without complete faith in the system as well as in the self. It teaches you that your health is a dynamic condition and redesigning our belief system is the key towards individual development.


Treatment

Ayurvedic treatment is broadly of two types, Pancha Karmam and Shamanam Panchakarmam, or Shodhanam, is a five-step purification treatment for the body through Vamanam (emesis), Virechanam (purgation), Basti (enema), Nasyam (nasal medication) and Raktha Moksha (blood letting). Shamanam is a treatment that purges the disease and it's symptoms through Kshut (fasting), Trit Nigraham (restriction of fluids), Vyayamam (exercise), Atapaseva (sun rays), Maruta Seva (breeze of air), along with herbal medicines.

 

Sushruta: the father of Surgery.

 

Pancha Karmam

bullet Vamanam
Purification of the lungs and stomach through medical emesis.
bullet Virechanam
Purification of the entire body through oral medicine.
bullet Basthi
A good solution for Paralysis and Arthritis. Basthi administers medicine through the rectum.
bullet Nasyam
Drops of medicated oil are administered in each nostril of the patient. This treatment clears the head and neck and is useful in curing headaches, migraine, cervical spondylosis and Facial Palsy.
bullet Raktha Moksham
This treatment drains the body's impure blood. It cures all skin ailments and psoriasis.

Kalari Massage and Ayurvedic Treatment

 

Kalari treatment is a specialised Ayurvedic treatment most suited for  arthritis, rheumatic diseases, backpains, spondilytis, muscular injuries, energy loss, sprains, dislocations, joint paints, disc prolapse correction, paralytic stroke, etc. Kalari Gurrakkal knowledgeable in human anatomy and marma, the vital parts of body effectively detects and cures such damages.

Kalari treatment is done using medicated oils, pastes and tonics specially prepared in Kalari from herbs, leaves and natural oils after diagnosing the sickness and the psyche of the patient.

Special Treatments

bullet Shiro Dhara ( Duration - 7 to 21 days )
Medicated oil is poured slowly over the forehead. Shiro Dhara is highly beneficial in treating headaches, mental tension, Insomnia, Stress and disorders of the central nervous system. Medicated oil is also poured onto the body, which is beneficial in curing neuromuscular disorders, rheumatism and general debility.
bullet Pizhichil (Duration - 7 to 21 days)
A piece of cotton is soaked in medicated oil, squeezed and poured over the body. This is highly beneficial in curing spondylitis, hemiplegia, and arthritis. It is immensely rejuvenative.
bullet Navarakkizhi (Duration - 7 to 21 days)
This is a massage treatment using a bundle of cooked rice. It is a great revitaliser particularly useful in emaciated conditions like muscular degeneration associated with neuromuscular disorders, rheumatism, burning sensation of the body etc.
bullet Shirovasti (Duration - 7 days)
Medicated oil is poured into a tall leather cap that retains the oil on the head. This cures headaches, hairfall, and diseases of the ear, nose, and throat.
bullet Kizhi (Duration - 7 to 21 days)
A cloth bundle containing medicinal leaves and powders is used to massage the body. It is useful in muscular - skeletal disorders, other degenerative disorders and neurological problems. It boosts blood circulation and infuses brightness and vigor.

This ancient and time - tested system of healing is on a path of revival with that of medication and yoga. The inherent beauty of these various process are that it is not imposed up on anybody but a resource to be drawn upon freely and to used according to the unique needs of the individual in his or her particular environment. Our task is to work continuously towards completeness. Completeness of body mind and spirit. Let it be through Ayurveda..

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N.C. Kalari Ayurveda Kendra

A team of Ayurvedic health care professionals, who have rich experience in this field, manages the Ayurvedic treatment at N.C. Kalari Ayurveda Kendra. Sh. Murugan Gurukkal, Traditional Physician who has more than 25 years of work experience in this field, leads the team. He graduated from the prestigious S.T.P. Kalari, C.V.N. Kalari where he studied under the gurukulam system.  His areas of special interest include Kalari Chikitsa  & Ayurveda chikitsa, Marmma Chikitsa, Bala Chikitsa,  which is very effective for ortho,neuro,pediatric &surgery.

A team of Ayurveda therapists, both male and female, ably assists the Traditional Physician Sh. Murugan Gurukal, who had a very long stint with different Gurukals & Traditional Ayurveda Physicians in Kerala.

The NC Kalari Ayurvedic treatment center offering rejuvenation packages and treatment with the elixirs of nature:

 

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Special herbal oil massages

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Restoration of youthfulness

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Special holisticv treatment

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Weight loss packages

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Eye care treatments

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Post pregnancy & Beauty care Packages

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Health packages for weak children and adults

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Special foot massage for body flexibility

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Treatment for spondilytis, Arthritis, Rheumatism, Sinusitis and migraine.

 

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