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Holistic Elderly Care with Ayurveda

Aging gracefully is possible with Ayurveda’s nurturing approach to elderly care. As the body ages, it experiences decreased strength, joint stiffness, poor digestion, and cognitive decline—symptoms often linked to aggravated Vata. Ayurvedic therapies like Abhyangam (herbal oil massage) promote circulation and reduce stiffness, while Kati Basti and Spine Basti offer targeted relief to the lower back and spine, areas prone to pain in seniors. Nasyam supports mental clarity and helps reduce issues like sinus congestion and memory decline. Janu Basti strengthens knee joints, improving mobility. These treatments not only offer physical relief but also bring emotional balance and mental calmness. Tailored for individual constitution and age-related needs, Ayurvedic elderly care encourages vitality, better sleep, and a sense of dignity—ensuring that seniors remain active, pain-free, and deeply connected to their well-being.

Ayurvedic Massage, known as the Abhyanga or Abhyangam, is one of the most important dincharyas (daily regimen) mentioned in the classics for achieving good health and longevity. It includes a full body massage done using herbal oils that have several health benefits. Experts believe that many of the prevalent modern-day massage techniques are the modified forms of Abhyangam.

The health benefits of Abhyangham-massage are mentioned in the Ancient Ayurvedic text Ashtanga Hridaya. It is believed to prevent Ageing, reduce Fatigue, and also diminish the effects of aggravated Vata Dosha.

How is Ayurvedic Massage Performed?

Abhyangam can be performed in several classical positions. At Rudveda, it is done in 7 different classical positions with long flowing strokes. Some Ayurvedic centres perform it in 4 positions. The number of strokes used and amount of pressure applied during massage varies based on the individual’s requirements and ‘Prakriti.’ The herbal oil used for it is customised as per the patient’s Prakriti and presenting conditions. Ayurvedic Massage can be performed as a stand-alone therapy or as a precursor to other therapy regimen; it can be performed by a single therapist or by two therapists working in synchronisation.

What Are the Types of Ayurvedic Massage?

Ayurvedic massages use synchronised motions to stimulate nerve endings to increase blood circulation, thereby channelising early elimination of toxins from the body. The herbs in the medicated oils rejuvenate the tissue and play a vital role in the elimination of toxins and bring a feeling of wellbeing. The lukewarm herbal oil used in Ayurvedic massage stimulates nerve endings thereby improving peripheral blood circulation. The specific long flowing strokes improve the lymphatic flow and promote early elimination of toxins from the body.

  1. Sarvanga Abhyangam: It is performed on the entire body. Several medicated oils and ghrits are used in this curative and preventive therapy. Sarvanga Abhyangam is done by more than one therapist by applying warm oils all over the patient’s body in seven different positions that are- sitting, lying on back, right lateral, lying on stomach, left lateral, lying on the back, sitting. This Ayurvedic massage involves the application of the right amount of pressure and synchronised circular movements to provide you with a number of health benefits.

Sarvanga Abhyangam relaxes your whole body and alleviates the pain in the muscles. It improves blood circulation and helps you recover faster. Moreover, it strengthens your immune system to keep you shielded from numerous diseases.

  1. Ekanga Abhyangam is a customised version of the whole body Ayurvedic massage. It is done only on the affected part of the body. The patient is massaged using the warm oils followed by the steam exposure to the affected part.

Ekanga Abhyangam is highly effective in relieving pain and promoting the tissue regeneration. It also tones up the body muscles and helps them in strengthening in order to speed up the recovery of the affected part of the body.

  1. Padabhyangam is the Ayurvedic foot massage, which aims to improve the functioning of all the organs of the body by stimulating different nerve endings present in the foot. It is performed by using specialised Ayurvedic oils and precise hand movements to revitalise the tired feet.

Padabhyangam effectively reduces swelling in the lower leg and restores health by improving the blood circulation. It also boosts fertility and helps you eliminate health conditions such as Nervousness and Insomnia. This Ayurvedic massage plays an excellent role in preventing Cramps and Dryness as well.

Benefits of Ayurvedic Massage

Ayurvedic massage provides physical, mental, and emotional benefits. It improves overall well-being and promotes longevity. Here are some of the benefits that Abhyangam-Kerala massage provides-

  • Improves blood circulation and facilitates the removal of toxins from the tissues.
  • Relieves physical and mental Fatigue.
  • Reduces muscle Stiffness and Pain. Lubricates the joints and thus reduces Pain and Inflammation of joints.
  • Abhyangam also reduces Stiffness, Tightness, Spasm in the muscle and increases the blood circulation to the muscle.
  • Increases mental relaxation and promotes better sleep.
  • Nourishes the skin and improves its texture.

Which Health Conditions Can Be Managed With Regular Ayurvedic Massage?

It is also known to be beneficial in the management of mental conditions such as Anxiety, Depression, and Insomnia. A daily full body Abhyangam acts as a powerful recharger and rejuvenator of mind and body.

Where Should You Take Ayurvedic Massage And What Is The Cost?

Ayurvedic Massage is one of the most popular Ayurvedic therapies and many Ayurvedic clinics or centers around the city offer it. However, to achieve maximum benefits with the best massage therapy, make sure to visit a professional Ayurvedic center.

Ayurvedic treatments are customised based on every individual’s health needs. Please meet our doctors at the clinic to know the price of therapy.

Nasya treatment refers to an Ayurvedic therapy that includes instillation of herbal oils, juices or powders through the nasal route. It works specifically on disorders of ear, nose and throat. Nasya is one among the five Panchakarma therapies. It is especially desirable for diseases of parts above the base of the neck; nasal passage being the gateway of the head.

Nasya Treatment: What is The Procedure?

The procedure of Nasya can be classified under three headings-

1. Poorvakarma or pre purificatory measures

Includes facial oil massage or application of steam to face, forehead, head, ears and neck. This helps to loosen the adhesive Doshas.

2. Pradhanakarma or main procedure of Nasya

This is the main step of Nasya and includes instillation of luke warm medication in both the nostrils, alternately, with the help of proper instrument like dropper. The sole, shoulder, neck, ear and palm are gently massaged after the administration of the drug

3. Paschatkarma or post therapeutic measures

In this procedure patients mouth is cleaned by giving luke warm water to gargle and then medicated smoke is given for inhalation.

How Does Nasya Treatment Work?

The medicaments administered through the nostrils pervade into the nervous (Brain) and venous system (Blood circulation) present in and around the nostrils. Then they evacuate the morbidity present or distributed in nearby area. Thus it relieves the blockage of the channels and the diseases are cured effectively. Medicated oils / juices / powders stimulate the vital centres of brain to overcome specific diseases. Nasya treatment does not cause any serious side effects when performed by an experienced therapist. However, it is recommended to not undergo Nasya After heavy meals or Shirodhara. Get rid of ENT problems

What are the benefits of Nasya Treatment?

Nasyam Ayurvedic treatment cleanses, purifies and strengthens the nasal passages, allowing you to breathe fully and easily again. Due to its many benefits Nasyam is a recommended remedy for congestion, allergies, sinusitis, headaches, migraine, cervical spondylosis, hair fall, premature greying of hair, rhinitis and other nasal infections.

Nasyam is used in management of following conditions at Rudveda-

Pain Management : Nasyam is beneficial in treatment of headaches, Migraine and cervical Spondylosis. Medicated oils or powders stimulate the some vital centers of brain that reduce pain perception.

Stress Reduction : It includes administration of medicated drugs or oils through nostrils. It stimulates the vital centers of brain that regulate emotions.

De-Toxification : Nasyam is one of the panchakarmas and is indicated as an important Ayurvedic de-toxification therapy.

Skin & Hair Care : With regular treatment, Nasyam can improve skin complexion. It can also improve hair texture and prevent greying of hair.

Paralysis : As mentioned in Ayurveda nose is the opening to reach the brain, any medicine instilled in nasal cavity acts directly on brain.

Elderly Care : Ayurvedic Nasyam treatment can be used in disorders that develop with increasing age such as pain, paralysis, stress etc.

Immunity : Use of Immunity boosting herbs for Nasyam can be beneficial in people who show low Immunity.

Eye Care : Medications administered through nasal cavity act on the specific area of brain that are involved in regulating vision.

Mental Health : Medication administered through nasal cavity act on the specific area of brain to improve mood and emotions.

Find out the cost of Nasya at Rudveda during your consultation

Kati refers to the lower back region.

Kati Basti is indicated in following health conditions

  • Elderly Care
  • Pain Management

What to expect

Kati Basti specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the lower back and retained inside a well created using black gram paste or whole wheat flour.

How it works

The healing properties of herbal oil improves circulation, helps strengthen the musculature and lubricate the joint.

Benefits of Kati Basti

Kati Basti is helpful in lower back conditions like lumbar spondylosis, inter-vertebral disc prolepses, lumbago (low back ache), and sciatica.

Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of

Open injuries in localised area.

Janu Sandhi means the knee joint. Janu Basti involves pouring of specially prepared warm herbal oil over the knee.

What to expect

The oil is retained inside a well created using black gram paste or whole wheat flour.

How it works

The herbal oil used in the procedure restores the lubricating fluid in the joint and maintains integrity of the structures involved in the joint. It also improves the mobility of the knee joints.

Benefits of Janu Basti

Janu Basti treatment is mainly used in Pain Management in conditions such as osteoArthritis of knee joints, osteoporosis, and Arthritis of knee joints and chronic pain of the knee joints. It reduces the pain and stiffness in knee joints and thus helps to improve mobility.

Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of

Janu Basti is not recommended for people suffering from rheumatoid Arthritis.

Spine Basti is an important Ayurvedic treatment for Pain Management that focuses on the spine or the vertebral column. It includes pouring of specially prepared warm herbal oil over the spine area.

What to expect

In Spine Basti specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the spinal cord and retained inside a well created using black gram paste or whole wheat flour.

Benefits of Spine Basti

This Ayurvedic treatment for Pain Management is used in the treatment of spine stiffness and inter-vertebral disc prolapses.

How it works

It restores the lubricating fluid in the joint and maintains integrity of the structures involved in the spine.

Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of

Protrusion of disc or rheumatoid Arthritis.

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