Practical Practice In Panchakarma

Panchakarma, a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine, involves a series of five detoxification and cleansing procedures aimed at restoring balance and health. Practical practice in Panchakarma requires careful planning, preparation, and execution. Here’s a detailed description of the practical aspects of Panchakarma therapy:

1. Purvakarma (Pre-Treatment Preparation)

Before undergoing the main Panchakarma treatments, patients are prepared through Purvakarma, which includes:

Snehana (Oleation Therapy)

• Internal Oleation: Ingestion of medicated ghee (clarified butter) over a period of days to loosen toxins from the tissues.
• External Oleation: Application of warm herbal oils to the body through massage (Abhyanga) to nourish the tissues and further loosen toxins.