Ayurveda Treatment in India

Ayurveda, the traditional and natural healing system of India is about 5000 years old. It is particularly effective for metabolic problems, stress related irregularities and chronic conditions. It is also very helpful in relieving the effects of surgery and harsh treatments such as chemotherapy. It is not only popular for treatment of specific diseases but also for general rejuvenation and beauty care.

Ayurveda is divided into eight branches, collectively known as Ashtang Ayurveda. The eight branches are as follows:

1. Kayachikitsa (Internal Medicine),
2. Shalya chikitsa (Surgery )
3. Bala chikitsa- (Pediatrics),
4. Graha chikitsa- Bhoot Vidya (Psychiatry)
5. Urdhvanga chikitsa-Treatment of eyes, ears, nose, throat and head,
6. Damstra chikitsa- agad tantra or (Toxicology),
7. Jara chikitsa-Rasayana (Gerentorology),
8. Vrishya chikitsa (vajikarana) (Aphrodisiacs)

Ayurveda emphasizes that health depends upon the balanced condition of the three constituents of the body, Tridosha, Sapta Dhatu and Malas. These three affect our health qualitatively as well as quantitatively. The physiological and pathological processes involve these constituents and are responsible for sound or bad health of a person.

India, predominantly being a hot country, gets cooler only during the rainy season. That is why the ideal time to go for an ayurvedic treatment is the rainy season, i.e. from June to September. This is the ideal time for ayurvedic treatment because the atmosphere stays cool, moist, and dust free which helps in opening up the pores of the body, making them most receptive and responsive to herbal oils and therapy.

Kerala is both the hub and the heart of ayurvedic therapies in India. Most places that offer ayurvedic treatment are located there due to the climate and abundant supply of medicinal plants and herbs in its vast flora. Some of the good ayurvedic centers are in Goa also. These places have ayurvedic treatments available both at ayurvedic hospitals and ayurvedic resorts. Not only this, ayurvedic treatment is also available in most five star hotels in these states. You can also book an ayurvedic houseboat and explore the picturesque Kerala backwaters while receiving the treatment. This will not only rejuvenate your senses but will also let you enjoy the beautiful scenery.

There are two main types of ayurvedic treatments that can be availed in India, one, general rejuvenation treatments that caters to tourists and are given by resorts in tourist areas, and second, intensive medical treatments that are administered only by authentic centers in locations with the most suitable climate to expedite recovery. While resorts are fine for anyone who wishes to get some pampering, a massage, or an overall feel for ayurveda, those who are serious about receiving quality ayurvedic treatment for medical reasons, should go to a proper hospital which has all the necessary equipments and experts to carry out the treatment.

There are many ayurvedic centers, resorts and hospitals in India, each catering to specific needs of individuals. You can choose the one you find best for yourself, keeping in mind the type of ayurvedic treatment you are looking for yourself.