Ayurveda & Yoga

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Sri Lanka has a rich assortment of medicinal plants of which some are endemic to the country. The majority of the plants used are the same as those used in India. Dolukanda and Rumassala are believed to be fragments of a part of Himalayas that were carried over to Sri Lanka by the mythical monkey King Hanuman of King Rama. Evidence unearthed from prehistoric burial sites speaks of the ancient practices of Ayurveda across Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Madirigiriya and Pomparrippu.

The earliest references of Ayurveda medicine in Sri Lanka are associated with a great physician; Ravana a king of Sri Lanka dating back to the prehistoric times. Traditionally, it is believed that Ravana of Ramayana fame was well versed in Ayurveda medicine.

Ramayana mentions that he represented Sri Lanka at a medical symposium at the base of Himalaya in India during his era. There were four tribes, Yaksha, Raksha, Naga and Vaddas in Sri Lanka at the given time. According to Historiography in Sri Lanka King Ravana was the author of the following medicine books of Ayurveda. Arkaprakasya, Nadivignanaya, Kumarathanthraya and Udishathanthraya.

Sri Lanka is rich with with small , mediaum and large scale Ayurveda resorts which offer professional Ayurveda treatments in gorgeous, comfortable surroundings mostly located in Habarana , Ella, Kandy, Southern coast , Negombo, and many other travel destinations.
Some of the treatments they offer are as follows…

MASSAGE

Massage is one of the oldest healing arts: Chinese records dating back 3,000 years document its use; the ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians applied forms of massage for many ailments; and Hippocrates wrote papers recommending the use of rubbing and friction for joint and circulatory problems. Today, the benefits of massage are varied and far-reaching. As an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation programs, massage therapy has also proven beneficial for many chronic conditions, including low back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, immunity suppression, infertility, smoking cessation, depression, and more. And, as many millions will attest, massage also helps relieve the stress and tension of everyday living that can lead to disease and illness.

PANCHAKARMA TREATMENTS The word panchakarma is comprising of two words namely Pancha and Karma. Pancha means five and Karma means therapy.The five methods or procedures(panchakarma) are the elimination of vitiated doshas from the body.Before doing this Panchakarma procedures a physician has to consider the strength, age, sex, disease condition, constitution etc., of the patient

BENEFITS OF PANCHAKARMA The vitiated doshas will be eliminated from the body through the elementary tract The power of digestion and metabolism is enhanced. Diseases are cured and health is restored The sense faculties , mind, intelligence and complexion becomes clear. Gains strength. The individual will not be affected by old age and lives long healthily. Rejuvenates the body. Prevents diseases in the body. Increases power of Immunity. Nourishes the body. Revitalises the nervous system.

AROMATHERAPY

Aromatherapy is a modem name for the ancient knowledge of healing and’ improving health using fragrant natural ingredients. These ingredients, called essential oils, are found in herbs, plants, flowers, fruits and the bark, roots or resin of some trees. The oils are either applied to the body or inhaled. Common ways are by adding oils to bath water, through massage, or by a diffuser, which can fill a room with aroma. The essential oils that give the smell to a bouquet of jasmine, roses, geranium, and lavender, for instance, all contain chemicals that relax the nervous system and instantly improve spirits. When you use pure essential oils though, the beneficial properties are more concentrated, and have a greater effect on both mind and body than you get from just sniffing a bunch of flowers. Using of these essential oils will give you the means to be healthier, happier and more in control of every area of your life.We at Asha Suwamedura combines traditional massage with Aromatherapy in a professional way.

HERBAL STEAM BATHHerbal leaves and roots are boiled and the steam passed through the body for a prescribed period of time.

SHIRODHARA

Shirodhara is a procedure consisting of continuous pouring of medicated oil on the fore head of the patient. It takes 1/2-1 hr time and the type of oil uses depends on the medical concerns of the patient. A special type of apparatus called the Dhara Patra is used for this shirodhara.
Shirodhara is an excellent therapy for the treatment of diseases connected with head, neck, eyes, ears, nose, throat and nervous system. Shirodhara is also good for other chronic head ache, migraine, insomnia, mental stress other mental diseases, paralysis, Parkinson’s disease, Cerebral atrophy and aphasia tinitus.

SAUNA TREATMENTIt is one of the most popular wellness treatment at our facility since there are only few sauna facilities available

Sauna bath has become an important part of alternative health therapies. Infact sauna bath which is a dry heat sweat bath is today considered as the one of the most popular hydrotherapies in the world today. More than being enjoyable, a sauna bath is an effective way of maintaining your health. There are many reasons why sauna bath has become popular in today’s health regime.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF SAUNA

When the body is exposed to high temperature in a wooden sauna compartment, the heart rate increases which improves circulation. A 10 minute session of sauna bathing is sufficient to increase the heart rate by 50-75% and this is equivalent to a half an hour brisk walk. Blood pressure also tends to be normal as the heat also causes blood vessels in skin to expand and this results in easy flow of blood in the vessels.

Through perspiration while having sauna bath helps the body to get rid of wastes, regulates body temperature, and invigorates the skin. The combination of perspiration of the body, rest and quick cooling stimulates blood circulation, relaxes tired muscles. This helps in reducing muscular and nervous tension.

STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT FREQUENT SAUNA BATHING HELPS IN REDUCING STRESS.

A frequent sauna bath helps in reducing stress and provides you a restful, sound sleep, which is very important in today’s fast-paced lifestyle.
Through heating, sauna bath opens pores in your skin, flushes out unhealthy toxins and thereby cleanses and beautifies your skin, making your skin feel soft. In other words, it provides an overall more youthful appearance.Thus indeed, sauna bath provides a wonderful feeling of overall well being of health.

AYURVEDIC HERBEL FACIAL

A fresh and radiant face means you feel beautiful and more confident in dealing with day-to-day work. It would not be incorrect to say that in most cases, the face is the index of the mind. These beneficial oils go deep into the tissues, relax the facial muscles, tone up the skin and even improve the eyesight and nervous system.Herbal face packs we apply rejuvenate the facial skin. Increase the fairness of skin, it helps to prevent pimples, acne, dark circles and wrinkles.