True Panchakarma Treatment (10 -30 days)

Treatment Details

A Panchakarma treatment longer than 21 days provides an extraordinary opportunity for profound healing, detoxification, and rejuvenation. This extended duration allows for the maximum benefits of Ayurvedic therapies to take effect, deeply restoring balance to both the body and mind. A complete Panchakarma package, beyond 21 days, offers a comprehensive and sustained approach to health, targeting chronic imbalances, detoxifying tissues, and revitalizing every aspect of your being.

The fully complete Panchakarma treatment involves three major phases, each with specific steps and treatments:

1. Purvakarma (Preparatory Phase)

Duration: 5–7 days.

Includes Snehana (oleation) and Swedana (sudation) to prepare the body for detoxification.

This phase prepares the body and mind for the main Panchakarma therapies by loosening and mobilizing toxins.

Steps and Treatments:

a. Deepana and Pachana (Digestive Stimulation)

• Purpose: To kindle the digestive fire (Agni) and improve metabolism.
• Treatments:
  • Herbal decoctions and powders like Trikatu or Chitrakadi Vati.
  • Light, digestible diet.

b. Snehana (Oleation Therapy)

• Purpose: To lubricate and soften tissues, helping mobilize toxins.
• Types:
  • Internal Snehana: Consumption of medicated ghee (e.g., Ghritam like Mahatikta Ghritam).
  • External Snehana: Full-body massage with medicated oils (e.g., Abhyanga using oils like Dhanvantaram Taila).

c. Swedana (Sudation Therapy)

• Purpose: To open body channels (Srotas) and promote toxin elimination through sweating.
• Treatments:
  • Steam Therapy: Using herbal steam baths.
  • Pinda Sweda: Herbal poultices applied to the body.

2. Pradhanakarma (Main Panchakarma Therapies)

Duration: 7–14 days (depending on the specific therapies prescribed).

These are the five primary detoxification procedures tailored to the individual’s doshic imbalances.

a. Vamana (Therapeutic Emesis)

• 1–2 days (includes preparation and execution).
• Purpose: To expel Kapha toxins from the stomach and chest.
• Procedure:
  • Pre-treatment with Snehana and Swedana.
  • Administration of emetic herbs (e.g., Madanaphala or licorice).
  • Induced vomiting under supervision.
• Post-care: Light, calming diet and rest.

b. Virechana (Therapeutic Purgation)

• 1–3 days (includes preparation and execution).
• Purpose: To eliminate Pitta toxins from the intestines.
• Procedure:
  • Pre-treatment with oleation and sudation.
  • Oral administration of purgative herbs (e.g., Trivrit or castor oil).
  • Controlled bowel evacuation.
• Post-care: Gradual return to normal diet.

c. Basti (Medicated Enema)

• 7–14 days (as multiple enemas are administered)
• Purpose: To cleanse and nourish the colon, balancing Vata.
• Types:
  • Niruha Basti (Cleansing enema): Herbal decoctions.
  • Anuvasana Basti (Oil enema): Medicated oils.
• Procedure: Administered through the rectum under supervision.

d. Nasya (Nasal Administration)

• 5–7 days (daily sessions)
• Purpose: To cleanse and detoxify the nasal passages, head, and neck region.
• Procedure:
  • Nasal instillation of medicated oils (e.g., Anu Taila).
  • Accompanied by facial massage and steam inhalation.

e. Raktamokshana (Bloodletting Therapy)

• 1–2 days (if prescribed, and not always included for all patients).
• Purpose: To remove impure blood and detoxify the circulatory system.
• Methods:
  • Leech Therapy (Jalaukavacharana): For localized detox.
  • Venous Puncture: For systemic detox.
• Applicable Conditions: Skin diseases, hypertension, etc.

3. Paschatkarma (Post-Treatment Phase)

This phase focuses on restoring strength, immunity, and vitality after detoxification.

• Duration: 3–7 days or more.
• Focuses on dietary rehabilitation and rejuvenation to restore balance and vitality.

Steps and Treatments:

a. Samsarjana Krama (Dietary Rehabilitation)

• Gradual reintroduction of normal food through light, easily digestible meals.
• Sequence:
  • Peya (Rice Gruel) → Vilepi (Thick Gruel) → Solid Food.

b. Rasayana (Rejuvenation Therapy)

• Purpose: To strengthen immunity and rejuvenate tissues.
• Treatments:
  • Herbal formulations like Chyawanprash or Ashwagandha Rasayana.
  • Special diets and tonics.

c. Lifestyle Guidelines

• Adherence to a balanced daily routine (Dinacharya).
• Yoga, meditation, and pranayama for mental well-being.