Ispaa provides knowledge about:
Dosha consultation and Prakruthi determination
Examination of a client is done for acquiring a comprehensive knowledge about the client’s condition, his health status, mental state, physical strength, digestive capacity, food habits etc.
Ashtasthana pareeksha(Eight points of examination)
Dasavidha Pareeksha( Ten points of examination)
Prakruti determination
Prakruti means the body-mind constitution of an individual. This is determined by the predominance of doshas in the sperm and ovum at the time of conception. This dosha proportion becomes constitutional and remains unchanged till death. The prakruti cant be changed.
Pulse diagnosis
Pulse diagnosis is also called nadi pareeksha because through it the trained practitioner feels the pranic currents that control the humours and the organs. The three humours correspond to three positions on the wrist. As there are three positions on each wrist, it means that you have six pulse readings for each arm- three superficial and three deep. This totals 12 positions. Vata is usually found on a shallow level and kapha is usually found on a deep level. Pitta can be both of between them.
Marma diagnosis
Marmas are the specific centres of prana in the body. They can be also called as the vital energy points. Any injury to marma will cause serious health issues or even death. Marmas are divided into sthoola marmas and sookshma marmas.
A brief list of the main topics covered in Ispaa is as follows
History and tradition of ayurveda
Veda and darshana
Moolasidhanta(Fundamental principles)
Sareera(knowledge of body and its organisation in ayurveda and modern science)
Swathavritha(daily routines and regimens for each season )
Ahara vidhi and Bhaishajya kalpana(Food, medicine and their preparation)
Roga pareeksha,rogee pareeksha(diagnosis in ayurveda including pulse diagnosis)
Athura vritha and chikitsa(principles of diseases and their treatment)
Poorva karma-includes the procedures that should be done to make the client suitable for doing panchakarma
Panchakarma- the purificatory processes in Ayurveda which include vamana,virechana,vasthi ,nasya and rakthamoksha. Ayurveda and Panchakarma are sought after therapies for rejuvenating the mind and body.
Paschat karma- the regimens that should be followed after doing Panchakarma in order to increase the effectiveness of Panchakarma.
Spa Ayurveda- it includes the procedures that should be followed in a spa ayurvedic centre and certain specific treatments like
Marmaabhyanga
Neerabhyanga
Back massage
Ayurvedic facials
A quick look into the main practicals offered by Ispaa
Poorva karma
Snehana and swedana
Poorva karmas play an important role in Ayurveda Therapies since they decide the effectiveness of panchakarma and moreover the therapies included in poorva karma can be done alone as they are rejuvenative, revitalising and relaxing therapies. Snehana and swedana are the poorvakarmas. Ispaa provides a thorough knowledge about each and every therapy by imparting theoretical basis also along with the practical training sessions. It includes knowledge about indications and contra indications of poorvakarmas, types of poorvakarmas(different snehana and swedana treatments),preparation methods of different sneha dravyas including herbs, diet during poorvakarma treatment, precautions during poorva karma therapies etc.
- 1. Abhyanga
It is the application of oil all over the body and doing massage in specific positions with specific techniques. Abhyanga stimulates the blood circulation and corrects circulatory errors. It rejuvenates the body and delays ageing process. It is highly recommended for vata disorders, insomnia, for the health of skin, body stiffness, fatigue etc.
- 2. Pinda swedam(kizhi)
This is a type of swedana treatment which is done with a bolus of medicine which is tied in piece of cloths.
Types of pi
nda sweda are
Njavarakizhi
Podikizhi
Elakizhi
Naranga kizhi
- 3. Pizhichil
This is a kerala special ayurvedic treatment which combines snehana and swedana in the same treatment.In this medicated oil is poured on the whole body from a particular height and along with it massage is done. It is a very relaxing therapy by which pain and stiffness is removed.
- 4. Udvarthanam
This is a main treatment in ayurveda in which massage is done with medicinal powder in upward direction. Udvarthanam dissolves the extra fat accumulated in the body and give strength and firmness for the body. This treatment makes the skin glowing and smooth.
Ayurveda Therapies for the head
- 5. Sirodhara
In this extremely relaxing therapy, medicated liquid either oil or buttermilk or milk is made to fall on the forehead continuosly from a particular height from the dhara pot. During the process gentle head massage is also given. It is highly effective for insomnia,headache due to stress etc.
Types of dhara
Thaila dhara
Thakra dhara
Ksheeradhara
Jaladhara
- 6. Shirovasthi
This is a therapeutic procedure in which medicated oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head and this treatment is very effective for fascial paralysis, hemiplegia, weakness of nerves etc.
- 7. Shirolepa(thalapothichil)
In this treatment dried amalaki, jatamansi,brahmi etc are boiled with buttermilk and made into paste and applied over the head. Thalapothichil give good results in cases of insomnia, headache, burnt out syndrome,and other psychological disturbances.
- 8. Pichu
In this treatment cloth pieces dipped in medicated oil is kept on the client’s head or any particular area for a period of time. This treatment is effective for localised lesions.
Treatments for the eyes
- Aschyothanam- It is an eye treatment in which medicinal juice, decoction or medicated ghee is dropped into the eyes so that it stabilises the doshas in eyes and strengthens vision. In the beginning of all eye treatments aschyothana is indicated.
- Anjana- In this concentrated herbal decoction or choorna is applied in the eyes inorder to clear the eyes and to increase the clarity of vision.
- Netra seka- This is a very effective eye treatment in which herbal decoction is poured continuously into the eyes to remove the doshas. It purifies the eyes and cures itching and enhances vision.
- Tharpana- In this medicated oil or ghee is retained in the eyes which is bordered by a thick wall made of black gram powder. Tharpana strengthens the optic nerve and corrects vision.
Treatments for the ears like karnapoorana ,dhoomapana, and for mouth like gandoosha and kabala are also practised here.
Specialised local treatments like kati vasthi(for back pain),greeva vasthi(for neck pain), janu vasthi(for knee pain) are practised very well here.
Pancha karma
Now a days panchakarma is as famous as ayurveda in India and abroad. Panchakarma means the five therapeutic procedures to purify the body in order to remove the accumulated toxins and also to cure the disease. But doing panchakarma without a clear theoretical basis will do more harm than good. So Ispaa concentrate in providing a deep knowledge about each Panchakarma before doing the practical. There has been an immense demand for the professionals trained in Ayurveda and Panchakarma.
Vamana (emesis)
Vamana is the treatment for kapha dominant diseases, indications of vamana, contraindications of
Vamana, benefits of vamana, procedure of doing vamana, signs of proper vamana, diet and regimens after vamana are given importance.
Virechana(purgation)
Indication of virechana, contraindications of virechana, procedure of virechana, signs of proper virechana, diet and regimen after virechana. Virechana is very effective in cases of skin disease, for the detoxification of the body, in the case of inflammatory diseases etc.
Vasthi(medicated enema)
Vasthi is a therapeutic procedure in which certain herbal preparations are introduced through the rectum to balance the vata dosha and also for the easy absorption of medicine through the rectum.
The treatment is effective for arthritis, paralysis, chronic constipation, insomnia and a wide range of vata disorders.
Nasya(nasal medication)
Nose is the opening to head. So for the diseases of head and neck we can introduce medicine through the nose. Nasya is the panchakarma which is intended for the purification of head and neck. The training included understanding the types of nasya, indications and contra indications, benefits, signs of proper nasya and the procedure of doing nasya.
Rakthamoksha
This treatment is meant for the purification of raktha dhatu. Techniques of rakthamoksha, classification, indications and contraindications,classification of rakthamoksha and the procedure of rakthamoksha are included in the study.
Paschat karma
This includes the regimens one should follow after doing a Panchakarma. In Ispaa each student is given the awareness about the pathya and apathya after pancha karma. About the diet the client should follow, for how many days he should take rest, what all works he can do etc are well explained .
Our speciality
Ispaa is a unique academy in the sense that it updates the syllabus of study according to the changing trends and adopts new ideas and treatment varieties. Spa Ayurveda is an innovative concept which is widely accepted in wellness centres in India and abroad. Spa training India is accredited across the globe. So Ispaa is giving training for the spa oriented Ayurveda therapies. We offer various Spa training courses. Some of them are
Neerabyanga- it is the ayurvedic lymph drainage and this treatment is effective for fluid retention disorders, swelling all over body and especially for kapha people.
Marmaabyanga- This massage stimulates the marma centres (energy points) and opens the chakras. Even some of the underlying pathologies can be understood while doing marmabhyanga.
Back massage- Ayurvedic back massage utilises medicinal pain relief oils to reduce the back pain and the special techniques in massage removes muscle spasm and stiffness .The spinal massage stimulates the spinal cord and nerves and enhances circulation.
Siroabhyangam- ayurvedic head massage concentrates on the marma points in the head and
The specific pattern of pressure application combined with the relaxing strokes provides indefinable relaxation for the client. Siro abhyangam increases the blood circulation in the scalp and removes the dead cells. It enhances hair growth and relieves stress and tension. It provides good sleep and calms the mind and body.
Ayurvedic facials
Beauty herbal treatments are of great demand in the modern world as people are more conscious of their appearance. Herbal cuisines are preferred by everyone who wishes to have a well trimmed healthy physique. Ispaa offers training in herbal treatments that adds to the appearance of a person.
Ayurvedic facials comprising of ayurvedic pastes, cleansers, toners, gels and scrubs accompanied with face massage offers a radiant and glowing skin. A variety of ayurvedic and natural face packs, which revitalise and rejuvenate the skin are practised here. Ayurvedic mask comprising of red sandal, turmeric, eladi choornam , honey etc are used for face program.