Geriatric Care Ayurveda’s Natural Approach to Healthy Ageing

Ayurveda Treatment in Kerala - Ishani Ayurveda Treatment Centre

In Ayurveda, ageing is considered a natural function of life and has been portrayed by the “Vata” dosha. As people grow older, Vata dosha increases, hence leading to issues such as pains in the joints, dryness of the skin, weak digestion, and dysfunction of the mind. The treatment in geriatrics in Ayurveda focuses on lifestyle, dietary, and specific therapies to reverse or rebalance Vata dosha for body and mental rejuvenation.

Ishani Ayurveda Treatment in Kerala revolves around herbs, oils, yoga, and meditation to encourage older adults to live healthier lives. Of course, Kerala is considered to be the womb of authentic Ayurveda. There are treatment centers that specialize in giving specifically designed solutions to the elderly. But we at Ishani are committed to give you the best Geriatric Treatment in Ayurveda for healthy ageing.

Abhyanga, or Oil Massage

Ayurveda has the herbs Ashwagandha, Brahmi, and Shankhpushpi to overcome anxiety. These herbs carry their remedial action in the form of mental balance and less stress, which will thereby offer long-term remedies. Ashwagandha is one herb that has a name being an ‘adaptogen’, which renders a response to stress and arousal.

Abhyanga (Oil Massage)

It is a gentle, medicated oil massage that nourishes the skin, strengthens the circulation, and calms the nervous system. It is of particular use in the treatment of dryness and stiffness characterizing the elderly.

Rasayana Therapy

Herbal preparations containing Rasayana therapies are supposed to rejuvenate by imparting fresh energy to the body, sharpening memory and making the skin more healthy. Rasayana therapies are remarkably useful in toning vitality and mental acuity in elderly patients.

Yoga and Meditation

To be able to carry out yoga and meditation in their lives leads to the experience of flexibility in the physical body, mental calmness, and well-being emotionally. Various aged people add it to Ayurveda Treatment in Kerala, considering that this combination allows them to enjoy the advantages fully.

Dietary Counseling

A diet, therefore is individualized based on the Prakriti. An elderly patient should be given foods that are warm, soft, easy to digest and containing high-antioxidant levels to maintain digestion, leading to long life.

The Role of Panchakarma in Geriatric Care

Panchakarma is an important part of Geriatric Treatment in Ayurveda that helps to remove the dead toxins that may hasten the aging process. Along with rejuvenation of the body, Panchakarma helps in mental clarity and emotional stability, which are indispensable needs of the human body as people age.

Ishani Ayurveda- Yoga Retreat Center-Munnar Kerala, offers treatments that include Virechana, Basti or enema therapy, Nasya & nasal administration of medicated oils to eliminate all doshas and regain bodily vigour.

Ayurveda and Mental Health in Ageing

A large number of herbs are known to possess cognitive-enhancing action-Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Shankhpushpi, and many more. These herbs are frequently used in Geriatric Treatment in Ayurveda to maintain the mind in terms of memory, focus and mental clarity.Besides the herb, meditation and breathing exercises (Pranayama) are also recommended to reduce anxiety and stress as well as feelings of alienation that sometimes accompany aging.

Conclusion

Geriatric Treatment in Ayurveda provides an all-round natural approach that helps elders remain healthy and vibrant, instead of weakly awaiting old age. Whether the need is specific relief from joint pain, mental clarity or the rejuvenation of body and mind, the Ishani Ayurvedic treatment centre in Kerala could be the best place for healthy ageing.


If you need full-time Ayurveda Treatment in Kerala, experience the richness of age-old wisdom with comfort at Ishani Ayurveda-Yoga Retreat Center-Munnar Kerala. From Panchakarma treatment in Kerala to rejuvenating rasayana therapies, Ayurveda facilitates your aging with poise and makes you live life to the fullest.

Dr. Sinu K John

Dr. Sinu K John graduated Bachelor’s degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery. She holds a Master’s degree in Ayurveda Panchakarma. She is a qualified Yoga Instructor and has been teaching Ayurveda and Yoga for more than 10 years. She is specialized in women and infant health, infertility, skin care and natural beauty treatments. She is a Health Educator, passionate about health and fitness. Vast experience in handling clients of all age groups both national and international. She is specialized in Lifestyle Medicine, providing a holistic approach to medicine. Her philosophy of healing revolves around Diet, Yoga, Meditation, Detoxification, Nutrition & Effective Stress Management & Obesity.

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