Pradhana Karma:
1. Vamana:
– Vamana is an induced emesis, which is done under expert Panchakarma consultant.
– Mainly done for Kapha and Pitta Pradhan disorders.
– Very effective in Allergic diseases, skin diseases, Asthma, chronic rhinitis, obesity, diabetes and other many diseases having Kapha and pitta Pradhana Awasthas.
2. Virechana:
– Virechana is medicinal purgation, which is done under expert Panchakarma consultant.
– Mainly done for Pitta and Vata Pradhana disorders.
– Very effective in skin diseases, spine and joint disorders, some conditions in allergic diseases, varicose veins, hypertension and other many diseases having Pitta and Vata Pradhana Awasthas.
3. Basti:
– Basti is very important treatment mentioned in Ayurveda.
– Administration of medicated oil, ghee and different medicinal decoction through anus is called Basti.
– Basti is a procedure like enema but not only have benefits of enema but also have many health benefits for the body.
– Though it is an important treatment for Vata Dosha, it acts significantly on all vitiated Doshas when used wisely.
– There is no any disease left aside which doesn’t have benefit from Basti.
– Basti can be done in all age group.
4. Nasya:
– Nasya is one of the Panchakarma procedures and can be used for diseases in Head, neck, ear, nose, mouth.
– Administration of Ghee, medicated oil, Kwatha through nostils is called as Nasya Karma.
– Very effective in migraine, chronic rhinitis, also in cervical spondilisis etc.
5. Raktamokshana:
– It is fifth and last amongst Panchakarma.
– Letting out blood is known as Raktamokshana.
– It includes leech therapy, cupping therapy, bloodletting through veins.
– Effective in skin diseases, any acute pain, ligament injuries, nonhealing ulcers etc.