KALARI RASAYANA – CGH EARTH AYURVEDA TREATMENT CENTRE AND HOSPITAL
Kalari Rasayana, located in the heart of Paravoor village in Southern Kerala, an expansive feeling of oneness with the environment, an all pervading sense of openness that envelopes your body and spirit, a gentle throwback to a quieter pace of life where Nature is an ever tangible presence. At Kalari Rasayana, the journey to healing is filled with many discoveries. This hospital is nestled in verdant nature, surrounded by thick coconut groves and floating mini-islands. Here one can experience the quiet unfolding of Nature’s play in all its hues and moods and bask in the peaceful rhythm of everyday life. Located in the heart of the backwater area of the erstwhile Venad kingdom in Kerala, the place is a veritable abode of peace with the rolling expanse of the Paravur backwaters being the dominant presence. But beyond this, central to the whole experience, is Ayurveda itself, practiced at its authentic and traditional best. Spread over 8 acres of coconut grove land, Kalari Rasayana offers 22 rooms well-equipped with modern amenities and a clinic with 11 treatment rooms. Like at Kalari Kovilakom, the living space at Kalari Rasayana complements the healing process with its nurturing and warm environment and an unobtrusive, quiet adherence to discipline.
The Ayurvedic treatments are offered here by a team passionately devoted to the cause of the natural way of life, as espoused in the ancient texts. The Ayurvedic therapy as prescribed by the Vaidyas (doctor) includes various treatments suited to individual conditions along with their accompanying detox processes such as ghee intake and massages, besides internal and external medicines. This in combination with Yoga, Meditation and cultural programmes enable the transition to health and vitality.
01 – PANCHAKARMA CHIKITSA – COMPLETE DETOX
Panchakarma is an intensive cleansing treatment that follows the early texts of Ayurveda like Charaka Samhita. Panchakarma, which literally means five actions, is essentially about purification of the body. The five actions of Panchakarma according to Charaka Samhitha are Vamana (induced vomiting), Virechana (purgation), Kashaya Vasti and Sneha Vasti (two kinds of medicated enemas) and Nasya (nasal medication). It is preceded by a preparatory process called Poorvakarma. At this stage the body is prepared for removing “toxins” first through Snehanam which make the body unctuous or oily internally and externally, and second through Swedanam which means therapeutic sweating. Once the preparatory stage is completed, the doctor will prescribe one or more of the 5 Panchakarma cleansing procedures depending on each individual’s condition. The third and final stage of treatment is Samana or Paschatkarma where the patient undergoes corrective measures through medicines, moderate therapeutic treatments, appropriate diet and activities for the body and mind. On completion of the Panchakarma treatment, the imbalances that lead to diseases in the individual is stabilized and brought to equilibrium. The duration of treatment ranges from 21 – 28 days.
02- SHODHANA CHIKITSA – BODY PURIFICATION
Shodhana chikitsa is a body purification treatment that uses some of the panchakarma procedures. It is preceded by Purvakarma, a stage in which the body is prepared for toxin removal. the duration of treatment is from 14 – 21 days, however a minimum duration of 21 days is required to undergo a complete detox Panchakarma treatment.
03 – STHOULYAGHNA CHIKITSA – (WEIGHT MANAGEMENT)
Sthoulyaghna Chikitsa works by increasing metabolism which helps in utilizing the fat and increasing vitality, so that less fat is accumulated in the body. The core of this treatment lies essentially in purification of the body by elimination of excesscellulite deposits, to prevent the body from disease. Duration: 14 to 28 Days (A minimum of 21 days are required to see the optimum results)
04 – MANASHANTHI CHIKITSA (STRESS MANAGEMENT)
With stress becoming a part of today’s hectic lifestyle, Manashanthi, which means ‘mental peace’, is an anti-stress treatment focused on improving mental health. It aims at helping combat symptoms of stress, insomnia, lack of concentration, fatigue and headaches. Duration: 14 to 28 Days
05 – RASAYANA CHIKITSA (TREATMENT FOR HEALTHY AGING – CLEANSING AND REJUVENATION)
Rasayana Chikitsa is a treatment for rejuvenation and regeneration of tissues. It furthers mental well-being and intellect and is best for those with low immune system and de‑cient vitality. It helps the aected person return to normalcy, and enhances vitality, immunity and intellect in a normal person. Duration: 21 to 28 Days.
SPECIFIC AILMENTS & CONDITIONS
They also address the following specifc ailments: Diabetes Management, Gastro-intestinal Disorders, Cardiovascular Disorders, Liver Disorders, Urological Disorders, Respiratory Diseases, Neurological Disorders, Muskulo Skeletal and Joint Disorders, Hormonal and Metabolic Disorders, Allergic Disorders, Gynecological Disorders, Infertility, Cancer Care and Management, Mental Health, Post De-addiction Rejuvenation, Geriatric Care and Skin Disorders. Duration: 14 to 28 Days (Treatment duration will be decided solely by the Vaidya, as per the individual’s condition, based on the preliminary assessment)
NOTE : The treatment duration required for each patient will vary depending upon the individual’s condition. The preliminary assessment form filled in by the patient is necessary for our doctors to understand their medical condition and general state of being. Based on the preliminary assessment form, we will advice the patient on the duration required for the course of treatment. The results may vary for each person, and in some cases a follow-up visit may be required.
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