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Ayurveda
Ayurveda the traditional form of Indian medicine was
developed by ancient sages whose astute observations
led to the development of constitutional medicine. Traditional
Chinese Medicine too has similar origins. Over the past
5000 years the Ayurvedic and chinese traditions have
developed sophisticated systems of medicines. The ancients
visualized the universe as a constant play of energies,
an imbalance of which created discomfort and disease
in the body. It was the duty of the vaidya/ (physician)
to harmonize this imbalance of the body - mind environment.
Ayurveda is an intricate system of healing that originated
in India thousands of years ago. This system of medicine
stressed on the prevention of body ailments in addition
to curing them. Followed by the Dravidians and Aryans
alike, Ayurveda has been practised ever since.
Ayurveda is more than just a medical system. It is
a Science of Life. Ayurveda is a system that helps maintain
health in a person by using the inherent principles
of nature to bring the individual back into equilibrium
with their true self. In essence Ayurveda has been in
existence since the beginning of time because nature's
laws have always governed us.
History
Ayurveda[ayur + veda] is considered to be a sub-veda
or the branch of knowledge that is concerned with the
physical health and happiness on earth, which therefore
assumes great significance to human life. Vedic culture
was based on the Vedas [four books of knowledge] the
origin of which dates back to 40000 years. This is an
indication to the age-old roots of Ayurveda. Ancient
physicians segmented the universe into different types
of manifested energy and attributed the very same energy
to food and herbs.
Ayurveda or the 'science longevity' is the system of
nature cure. It is known to promote positive health,
natural beauty and long life. Although rooted in antiquity,
Ayurveda is based on universal principles and is a living,
growing body of knowledge - as useful today as it was
in earlier centuries.
Branches of Ayurveda
Ayurveda has eight specialized branches, namely internal
medicine including gynaecology, surgery, the treatment
of diseases of the head and neck, toxicology, paediatrics,
psychiatry and rejuvenation therapy.
In India, Ayurvedic spas can be found all over the
country. The most famous Ayurveda Shalas are found in
Kerala.
Kerala's equable climate, natural abundance of forests
(with a wealth of herbs and medicinal plants), and the
cool monsoon season (June - November) are best suited
for Ayurveda's curative and restorative packages. Kerala
is the only State in India, which practises this system
of medicine with absolute dedication.
Today, it's a unique, indispensable branch of medicine
- a complete naturalistic system that depends on the
diagnosis of your body's vata, pitta and kapha - to
achieve the right balance. Ayurveda believes in the
treatment of not just the affected part, but also the
individual as a whole. Making it the natural way to
refresh yourself, eliminate all toxic imbalances from
the body and thus regain resistance and good health.
Monsoon - Time for rejuvenation
Traditional texts reveal that the monsoon is the best
season for rejuvenation programmes. The atmosphere remains
dust-free and cool, opening the pores of the body to
the maximum, making it most receptive to herbal oils
and therapy.
The Ancient method of Mediation
The main quality that Ayurveda has drawn from Charaka
Samhita is the removing the cause of the illness &
not just curing the disease itself. According to Charaka
a noted practitioner of Ayurveda India "a physician
who fails to enter the body of a patient with the lamp
of knowledge & understanding can never cure the
diseases. He should first study all the factors, including
environment, which influence a patient's disease, and
then prescribe medication. Prevention is more important
than cure.
Ayurveda believes that human being consists of the
five elements, air, water, fire, ether & earth.
And the combination of any of these elements exists
in each one of us. There are mainly three types of Dosha's
or combinations
Vata -- ether & air, governs the movement,
nervous system, circulation, respiration & elimination.
Pitta -- Fire & water combined governs
the metabolism
Kapha -- water & earth combined governs
growth
The system of Ayurveda says that there are unique proportions
of the dosha's in each body & the accumulation of
any one dosha could cause physical ailments or disorders.
Ayurveda suggests lifestyle & nutritional remedial
measures and sometimes medicines or massages to reduce
the excess of the dosha.
This Art of healing has been held in high esteem in
India. In mythology Dhanwantari is regarded as the god
of medicine & the parishioners were known as Ashwini
kumars.
Benefits of Ayurveda
When alternative lifestyles and stressful schedules
are talking points in the cosmopolitan circuits, Ayurveda,
the art of ancient Indian healing cannot be far behind.
The inability of modern allopathy to allay all sicknesses
and diseases has made an increasing number of people
turn to Ayurveda, which has a cornucopia of ancient
secret cures for stubborn diseases. Along with yoga,
Ayurveda is the new balm for fevered souls. It uses
natural herbs and their oils to treat ailments and ensure
a healthy life. Most of the centres for Ayurveda, called
Ayurveda Shalas, are in Kerala on the South Coast. This
is beach country as well, so bring along your sunscreens
and hats. In fact many westerners have made Ayurvedic
spas their annual treat, combining a relaxing holiday
with cleansing for their bodies.
Ayurvedic Massages
Say "massage" in the context of an Asian
country, and the first thoughts that come flooding in
are those of the exotic massage parlours of Pattaya.
But an Ayurvedic massage is the real thing. These are
serious life-enriching massages, so be prepared to get
some energetic flesh pounding from experts. While you
soak in the herbs you can watch the beaches of Vizhinjam
packed with boats out to sail in the sunset. From the
beach you can see their lights strung out like pearls
in a necklace from the coast. Look forward to being
draped with pieces of linen, dipped in lukewarm herbal
oils, all over the body by two to four trained therapists
in a special rhythmic way. This goes on continuously
for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7
to 21 days, and is said to be an effective remedy for
rheumatic diseases. It's supposed to be good for your
nerves too and should pep up your overall energy levels
as well.
Restoring Balance
Ayurveda believes that the imbalance of fire, air and
phlegm causes disease in the human body and tries to
correct it majorly through cleaning and massage. Once
the balance of humours is restored, the body copes better
with external factors like pollution, strain and infections.
Oils and herbs
The herbs used in Ayurveda are indigenous to Kerala's
moist climate. The type of oil used for massage differs
according to the ailment being treated. It is one of
these: camphor, neem, mustard and castor. To these are
added various powdered herbs, nuts and the bark of trees.
The Ayurvedic practitioner may conduct the massage using
the palm of the hand, poultices, and cloth.
Traditionally, Ayurvedic massage is used on trainee
Kathakali dancers, and students of kalaraipayattu. The
guru massages the student's head and shoulders with
his hands, but uses his feet to stretch and flex the
student's legs and back, since flexibility is essential
to classical dance and martial art.
Alternative Healing
NATUROPATHY
The nature cure movement was started in Germany by
a farmer named by Vincent Priessnitz (1799 - 1851) but
it gained momentum in India under the aegis of Mahatma
Gandhi. He established a Bapu nature cure Hospital in
Uruli Kanchan in Pune.
Naturopathy believes that nature is the greatest healer
and the body has the capacity to prevent itself from
the diseases regain health. The treatment can include
consultations on lifestyle and diet, recommendations
of mantras medication, moxibustion (burning of herb
mugwort), use of supplements and massage with specially
formulated herbal oil, and occasionally, acupuncture.
The practice of nature cure is based on the three principles;
1. Accumulation of morbid matter
2. Abnormal composition of blood & lymph
3. Lowered vitality.
The system of nature cure states that the basic cause
of disease is not bacteria. Bacteria develop after the
accumulation of morbid matter when a favourable atmosphere
for their growth develops in the body. All diseases
arise due to this morbid matter in the body, and if
latitude is given for its removal, the body provides
a cure. It also believes that the human body possesses
inherent self-constructing and healing powers. Nature
cure takes into account the totality of factors responsible
for diseases such as habits in living, working, sleeping,
relaxing, sexual indulgence and considers the environmental
factors involved, which on the whole disturbs the normal
functioning of the body and leads it to a morbid, weak
and toxic state.
A nature cure physician helps in nature's effort to
overcome disease by controlling the nature forces to
work within safe limits. The five main modalities of
treatment are air, water, heat, mud & space.
The recent development of nature cure advocates the
practice of drugless therapies like massage, electrotherapy,
physiotherapy, acupuncture, acupressure and magneto
therapy
ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture is based on an ancient Chinese theory.
This theory states that life force flows through human
body via fourteen invisible channels regulating the
mental and physical processes. The 'puncture' in the
word acupuncture, refers to the insertion of tiny needles
in specific points on the surface of body. The use of
this therapy has been widely successful in easing withdrawal
from the addiction to drugs and alcohol, and is used
in many detoxification clinics in the United States.
Although it has been practised for many years as a method
of traditional healing. Indians have only recently started
to embrace this method
ACUPRESSURE
This science deals with the human body and the flow
of natural energy within the body. It is practised with
the use of only one tool, the human thumb. Pressure
is applied on different pressure points on the body
stimulates the corresponding glands of the body.
GEM THERAPY
Crystals, gems and minerals are solidified reflection
of properties that are already within the human body.
Gems and precious metals are used to balance planetary
influences and to act directly on life forces. Having
the capacity to both attract and dispel positive or
negative energies, their healing properties are applied
by wearing them in or having them in some way close
to the body. The healing effect of gems can be experienced
even by placing them in water overnight and drinking
the water the next day, drinking water from vessels
made of specific metals such as gold, silver or copper.
Precious stones and metals are also oxidized and purified
in medicines in India. Called 'bhasma', these substances
go deep into the body and can help in the healing of
deep-seated illness or in rejuvenation. Healing using
the crystals is among the most ancient of all known
therapies. Due to their perfect molecular structure,
crystals vibrate at a constant rate. It is this quality
of crystal that makes them ideal tools for harmonizing
and balancing the body. Al crystals and gemstones vibrate
at their own unique frequencies. By selecting the crystal
with the correction vibration to counter an individual's
malady, the body's natural rhythm is resorted.
If gems are to be used for healing they should be purified.
Immersing germs in salt water for two days purifies
them. There power can also be enhanced by chanting sacred
syllables (mantras) over them. Gems are most effective
when they weigh more than two carats and are worn in
contact with skin. If a precious stone of two carats
or more is not available, it is better to use a semi
precious stone that is larger to allow direct contact
with skin, all rings and pendants should have an open
backed setting and the preferred metal is gold. Individual
stones have properties that influence the "doshas"
in individuals and increase the well being of the wearer.
Some of the commonly worn stones include the :
Topaz, which is said to help overcome fear.
A yellow Sapphire is worn to enhance energy and vitality
and is generally considered good for health.
Opal is considered to have a positive influence on
the wearer, promoting friendship, compassion, creativity
and understanding.
Precious stones like Diamond Sapphires Rubies and
semi precious stones like Lapis Lazuli, Coral, Beryl
and Moonstone, have their own attributes and are recommended
to correct various imbalances in the body.
AROMATHERAPY
Aromatherapy has been around for over 6000 years. In
India and other ancient civilizations of the East, plant
essences were used for their fragrance to purify the
air. Agarbattis and dhoop (incense sticks) are still
in use as they were in ancient times in India.
The modern era of aromatherapy in 1930 when the French
chemist Rene Maurice Gattefosse coined the term 'aromatherapy'
for the therapeutic use of essential oils. He was fascinated
by the benefits of lavender oil in healing his burnt
hand without leaving any scars. He started investigating
the effect of other essential oils for healing and for
their psychotherapeutic benefits.
Our sense of smell works at a subconscious level. Olfactory
nerves conduct smell sensations to a part of the brain,
which also regulates and controls our moods, emotions,
memory and learning. Studies with 'Briar wave frequency'
have shown that smelling lavender increases alpha waves,
which are associated with relaxation in the back of
the head. Fragrance of jasmine increases beta waves,
which are associated with a more alert state in the
front of the head.
Essential oils are contained in plant materials like
leaves, flowers roots, seeds, bark and resin. Each essential
oil contains as much as 100 chemical components, which
together exert a strong effect on the whole person.
Depending on which component is predominating in oil,
the oils act differently. For example, some oils are
relaxing some soothing and some pain relieving. They
leave no harmful residues.
Aromatherapy is particularly effective for stress,
anxiety, and psychosomatic induced problems, muscular
and rheumatic pains, digestive disorders and gynaecological
problems, such as P M S, menopausal complaints and postnatal
depression.
MAGNETO THERAPY
The history of magnetism dates before the birth of
Christ. The earliest mention of the magnet being used
as a healing agent is in the Atharva Veda, the ancient
Indian treatise on medicine and a part of one of the
four Vedas. The ancient Egyptians were also familiar
with the properties of magnetic forces, as they utilized
it to preserve mummies. Their legendry queen, Cleopatra
was said to have worn a tiny magnet on her forehead
in order to preserve her charm. It was only in the beginning
of the 16th century that, magnets became an object of
scientific research.
A Swiss alchemist and physician, Paracelsus, discovered
magnets healing powers, and was soon followed by other
researchers. Dr Samuel Hahneman, the father of homeopathy,
was convinced of the magnet's healing powers and recommended
its use. Today, Magneto therapy is widely recognized
and has scientific support. Magnetic therapy is very
effective in drawing out pain and reliving stiffness.
When the body comes into contact with magnets. The magnetic
waves passes through the tissues and induce secondary
current, which produce heat, thus reducing pains and
swellings magnets also promotes the growth of cells
and increase the number of healthy red blood corpuscles.
The red corpuscles contain haemoglobin, which in turn
contain iron.
The magnets influence the iron in the blood, thereby
removing calcium, cholesterol and other deposits. It
cleanses, purifies and ionises the blood. The ionised
blood flows easily, resulting in case in the activity
of the heart and normalization of blood pressure. The
secretion of hormones is also regulated and this improves
the lustre of the skin. Magnet of various shapes, sizes
and strengths are used to regulate and strengthen the
natural system and preserve the balance of magnetic
field in the body. Two types of artificial magnets are
used electromagnets and permanent magnets. For most
treatments, disc shaped magnets of medium to high potency
are generally used.
PRANIC HEALING
Pranic Healing is based on the principle that the body
has the capacity to heal itself, and a catalyst is used
to accelerate the healing process. This catalyst is
called the Prana (vital source of life that is all around
us). It is a non-touch, non-invasive process. This system
of medicine believes that all living beings have two
selves, the physical self and the energy that form the
exterior cover. The two are said to be intertwined and
intrinsic, so much so that the energy is often referred
to as the "ethnic twin".
According to pranic healing. The requirement for being
healthy is when both the energy and the physical self
are in harmony. Healers try to cure disease by clearing
or cleaning energy systems. The system comprises of
11 major chakras (corresponding to vital organs), or
power centres in the body. These are the basic chakra
(located at the base of spine), Sex chakra, Meng Mein
chakra (located approximately at the back of navel),
Navel chakra, Spleen chakra Solar Plexus chakra, Heart
chakra, Throat chakra, Ajna chakra, Forehead chakra
and the Crown chakra. Each chakra has its own position
and it controls a set of organ.
The healers use their hands to detect malfunctioning
in the body (called scanning). They clean the used up
or diseased energy with sweeping movements of there
hands and dispose the waste energy in a bowl of salt
and water (water dissolves the diseased energy and salt
disintegrates it) Then, they receive the prana from
the atmosphere with one hand and project it to the diseased
charkas of the patient with other hand. This system
can be used to alleviate a large number of ailment ranging
from brain tumours, stomach disorder, and ulcers. Skin
diseases to mental diseases like depression schizophrenia,
and mental retard ness
CHAKRA THERAPY
Energy healing (aura and chakra healing) is one of
the most profound and fundamental alternative therapies
in the field of alternative medicine and holistic health.
It employs spiritual healing methods which expand the
awareness of the energy healer and uses energy, color
and light healing techniques to catalyse healing in
the patient's energy field (aura and chakra system)-helping
the patient break free from afflictions and limitations
of body, mind and spirit. It may provide enhanced quality
of life for the patient, and facilitate spiritual growth.
Energy healing is often a powerful spiritual path for
the practitioner, as well.
What is Chakra Healing?
The human energy body is composed of seven major energy
wheels or chakras. Each chakra is associated with a
particular color, tone, fragrance & area of the
body.
The stress of everyday life takes a toll on your physical
body, but also on your energy system. Some chakras are
affected more than others, creating an imbalance in
your aura, or energy field. Chakra meditation is a useful
way to restore balance.
Those ancient Singing Bowls, found to be spiritually
attuned to each Chakra, are allowed to dominate in this
music, so affording the maximum stimulation to the chakra
in question, i.e., it is possible to focus one's listening
attention upon the bowl(s) in question in each piece
whilst allowing them to convey teaching or whatever
other form of spiritual communication to your Being.
REIKI
Allowing energy to flow through peoples and directing
the excess energy either to our selves or to others
is the essence of REIKI. 'Re' means universal and 'Ki'
means vital like force. Disease according to Reiki is
caused by an energy imbalance, the depletion or congestion
of energy. The treatment in this system of medicine
consists of correcting imbalance. Reiki is similar to
pranic healing; as it also uses Prana or energy to affect
a cure but the technique of Reiki vary from pranic healing.
Here the healer draws the prana or energy through his
or her crown (chakra), and allows the energy to flow
through the hands or the chakra. The healer or therapist
is the energy channel
HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathy dissatisfied with the common medical practices
of the time, Dr.Samnal Hahnemana sought to create a
system of gentler healing. He began creating a new system
using plants, minerals and animal substances, combining
them into energetic compounds. With there substances,
he stimulated and encouraged the body's natural healing
forces of recovery.
The word 'Homeopathy' is derived from two Greek works,
'homeo' meaning similar 'pathos', meaning suffering.
Homeopathy simply means treating diseases with remedies,
prescribed in minute disease, which produce symptoms
similar to the disease when taken by healthy people.
It is based on the natural law of healing -'Similia
Similibus Curarantur' which means "like is cured
by like". For example, the effects of peeling an
onion are very similar to acute cold. The remedy prepared
from the red onion Allium cepa is used to treat that
type cold
Conventional medicine believes that symptoms are caused
by the illness of the body, whereas homeopathy views
the symptoms as the body's natural reaction to fighting
illness, and socks to stimulate the symptoms rather
than suppress them. Homeopathy is concerned with the
treatment of the whole person as an individual. Rather
than the disease alone a homeopathy does not concentrate
his therapy on, say arthritis or bronchitis or cancer.
Rather he treats the mental, emotional and physical
aspects of the patients. The physician's interest is
not only to alleviate the patient's present symptoms
but also his long-term well being.
Homeopathic medicines contain extremely small quantities
of substance called potencies. Prepared in a special
way by diluting shaking and pounding the mixture. These
high dilutions not only enhance their curative properties,
but also avoid undesirable side effects. Homeopathy
has been serving humanity for over two centuries and
has emerged as a time-tested therapy.
Homeopathy came to India in 1839 when Dr. John Martin
Honigberger was called to treat Maharaja Ranjit Singh
the ruler of Punjab, for paralysis of vocal cords and
oedema. The Maharaja was relieved of his complaints
and in return Dr. Honigberger received valuable rewards
and was made the officer-in-charge of a hospital. This
royal patronage gave Homeopathy its roots in India Homeopathy
has blended so well into the tradition of the country
that it has been recognised as one of the national system
of medicine and plays an important role in providing
health care to a large number of people.
Kairali
One of the most popular Ayurvedic centers, the Kairali
chain is found in many cities across the country. The
Ayurvedic center provides treatment for a variety of
ailments. It also offers special health and beauty care
packages. The treatment here is a perfect combination
of the traditional and Spiritual. The center has state
of the art facilities while remaining true to time tested
traditional methods of treatment.
For more information
KAIRALI AYURVEDIC HEALTH RESORT PVT. LTD. (Health
Centre & Corporate Office)
120 Andheri Modh, Mehrauli New Delhi - 110 030.
Ph : 011-26802106/26804879 Fax. : 011 - 26680875 / 2680
E-mail : kairaliresort@vsnl.com
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort
PO- Olassery, Kodumbu, Palakkad Dist., 678551 Kerala
, India.
Tel : 0091-4923-222553, 222623, 224402, 224403, 224404
Fax : 0091-4923-222732 E-mail : kairlpgt@md3.vsnl.net.in
Waterscapes Resort
Kumarakom
Ph : 0481-2525861
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Spa
C-30, Rockland, Panchsheel Enclave New Delhi-110 017,
India
Tel : 0091-11-26491803, 26491804
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Spa
2/40 Central Market West Punjabi Bagh New Delhi.
Ph : 011-25160175/76
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Spa
367 Rajita Villa, 6th Road, Chembur Mumbai - 400 071
Ph : 022-25294477/99 E-mail : kairali01@vsnl.net
Khajuraho
As a step further to taking the advantages of this
unique treatment to the world at large and the tourist
who come to India, Kairali decided to set up yet another
Kairali Ayurvedic Health SPA at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh(Central
India). What better place than this where one form of
Ancient Indian Art merges with another.
Spread across 5 acres of landscaped surroundings, the
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Club at Khajuraho has the capacity
to treat 72 persons a day. Situated opposite to the
airport, the club promises to be a welcome relief to
visiting tourists, who can relax in the hands of experienced
and expert masseurs and masseuses who will kneed back
life into you.
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Centre
Opposite Khajuraho Airport, Khajuraho - 471 505 Madhya
Pradesh, India
Ph: 07686-272219/274757 Email : kairali274@sancharnet.in
Rejuvenating Programmes
Rasayana Chikitsa - Rejuvenation Therapy
Tones up the skin and rejuvenates and strengthens all
the tissues so as to achieve ideal health and longevity.
Increases 'Ojas' (primary vitality) and improves 'Sattva'
(mental clarity) and thereby increases the resistance
of the body. Includes head and face massage with medicated
oils and creams, body massage with herbal oil or powder
by hand and foot, internal rejuvenating medicines and
medicated steam bath. Herbal baths are also used.
Kayakalpa Chikitsa - Body Immunisation And Longevity
Treatment
This therapy is a prime treatment for retarding the
ageing process, arresting the degeneration of body cells
and immunisation of the system. Includes intake of Rasayana
(special Ayurvedic medicines and diet) and comprehensive
body care programmes. Most effective if undertaken before
the age of 50.
Sweda Karma - Body Sudation
Medicated steam baths eliminate impurities from the
body, improve the tone and complexion of the skin, reduce
fat and are recommended for certain rheumatic diseases,
particularly for pain. Precious herbs and herbal leaves
are boiled and the steam is passed over the entire body
for 10 to 20 minutes daily. Hand massage with herbal
oils or herbal powder improves blood circulation and
tones up the muscles.
Body Slimming
Medicated herbal powder and medicated herbal oil massages,
an Ayurvedic diet of herbal juices etc. are part of
the programme.
Beauty Care
Herbal face pack, herbal oil massage, intake of herbal
tea etc. improves complexion and beautifies the body.
Mental And Physical Well Being (Meditation and Yoga)
Mental and physical exercises meant to isolate the ego
from the body and mind - designed to hone your concentration,
improve health and help attain peace of mind through
eight stages of training:
1. Disciplined behaviour (yama)
2. Self purification (niyama)
3. Bodily postures such as the lotus position (asana)
4. Control of breathing (pranayama)
5. Control of the senses (pratyahara)
6. Fixing of the mind on a chosen object (dharana)
7. Meditation (dhyana) and
8. Samadhi - a state of being where you experience absolute
tranquillity and well-being.
Overall Fitness (Panchakarma Treatment)
A five-fold treatment for mental and physical well-being
- tunes the body, organs, mind, breath, nerves and purifies
the blood.
Panchkarma
Panch Karma is the cornerstone of Ayurvedic treatment.
While diet, lifestyle, and herbal supplements play roles
in creating & maintaining health Panch Karma is
the process, which gets to the root cause of the problem.
There are several eliminative procedures in Panch Karma
: --
This five-fold purification therapy aims at correcting
the imbalance of the body's Doshas or bio energies (Vata,
Pitta and Kapha) in order to maintain their inherent
equilibrium and Ama, which forms as a result. Panchakarma
therapy has three main stages : Poorvakarma, Pradhanakarma
and Paschatkarma.
Poorvakarma, the first stage, comprises essential preliminary
procedures for preparing the body to unload stored toxins.
The treatments help to loosen Ama (toxins) and move
it out to the deep structures into the gastro-intestinal
tract, where Panchakarma's cleaning therapies can then
eliminate it.
Pradhanakarma is the second stage and includes the
main cleansing therapies.
Paschatkarma is the final stage and describes the measures
employed after the main treatment, such as diet, medicines
and daily routine.
1. Vamana -- therapeutic Vomiting -- promotes elimination
from the stomach & thoracic cavity -- Administering
herbal decoction to induce therapeutic vomiting. Very
beneficial for Kapha imbalances such as asthma, cough,
psoriasis and other skin disorders.
2. Virechana -- puragation -- promotes elimination from
the small intestine -- Administration of Virechak Aushdhi,
a purgative, in milk or warm water. Alleviates excess
Pitta in the body and helps treat dermatitis, chronic
fever, heartburn and jaundice.
3. Vasti -- therapeutic enema -- works on the colon
-- An oil enema. The main seat of the Vata Doshi is
Pakwashaya (large intestine), therefore Vasti is the
main therapy for all Vata disorders such as constipation,
neurological ailments, paralysis, flatulence, lower
backache, gout and rheumatism.
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and values. His simple message of love, practical wisdom,
and compassion continues to inspire people from all
walks of life, and He encourages everyone to follow
their chosen religious or spiritual path while honouring
the path of others.
The Art Of Living Course
Developed by H.H Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, these courses
offer simple and effective techniques for eliminating
stress, resolving conflict thus improving health and
living life with new joy and enthusiasm - A combination
of the very best of ancient wisdom and modern science.
The Art of Living courses offer simple but effective
techniques, which eliminate toxins, and stresses that
accumulate in our systems over time. They are a unique
way to harmonize and energize the Body, Breath, Mind,
and Emotions & Spirit.
The course is done in two parts.
The first part is simple exercises aimed at relaxation,
rejuvenation & improved circulation. The Course
incorporates practical wisdom, ancient spiritual knowledge
and health practices to increase l the physical, mental,
and emotional well being of an individual.
The Sudarshan Kriya is a powerful technique that purifies
and rejuvenates both the mind and body. It is known
to have beneficial effects on the physiology, nervous
system, endocrine system and the immune system.
Part two of the course is about true relaxation. It's
more about practice than learning. It includes a combination
of
"Silence" takes you deeper into yourself
"Sadhana" (Meditation), builds Energy
"Satsang" (Group Prayer), Supports and maintains
it
"Seva" (Service), Energy is channelised into
service for others
Sudarshan Kriya:
The Sudarshan Kriya uses specific rhythms of breath
to re-establish balance in life as it simultaneously
floods the cells of the body with oxygen and energy.
The Kriya links the breath to the mind-body system in
a specific way, that rids the system of accumulated
stress and toxins, releasing negative emotions and rejuvenating
the body.
Reduce levels of stress
Reduce cholesterol
Relieve anxiety and depression (mild, moderate and
severe)
Increase anti oxidant protection
Enhanced brain function (increased mental focus and
recovery from stressful stimuli)
Enhance health and well-being
These simple, yet powerful breathing practices have
a unique advantage over many other forms of treatment:
they are free from unwanted side-effects, cut health
care costs, and are easy to learn and practice in daily
life.
The Research Centre
The Art of Living International Research and Health
Promotion Centre aims to promote timely and scholarly
investigation of the Sudarshan Kriya and related practices
(SK& p) as they relate to physical, social, and
emotional wellbeing. We welcome research collaborations
and suggestions from interested parties.
This year, several independent studies are currently
underway, investigating the effects of this technique
on cardiovascular health, breast cancer, HIV+ infection,
and psychosocial wellbeing.
Art of Living International Headquarters - Asia
21st km, Kanakapura Road Udayapura Bangalore - 560082
India
Tel: 91-80-28432273 91-80-28432274
E-mail: ashram@artofliving.org Website: http://www.artofliving.org
Unani
This ancient medical tradition, with its origin in
the Mediterranean world was developed in the Middle
East. It was brought to India with the spread of Islamic
civilization around the 10th century A.D. the Unani
system of medicine was founded on the principles propounded
by Galen, a Greek practitioner. Abu Sina, an Arab philosopher
and physicist, also known as Avicenna in English (A.D.
980 - 103), was instrumental in the development of this
system of medicine. Many other Arab and Persian philosophers
also contributed to its growth and development. The
role in the development of Unani is evident from the
fact that this style of medicine is now not known as
Gaelic, as it was earlier called, but the Unani (Arabic
name for Greek) system of medication.
Unani system of medicine revolves around the fact that
food is transformed by the natural warmth in the stomach
into different substances. A part of these substances
that are useful to the body are transported by the blood
to different organs, while the waste is excreted. The
main products of this process according to the Unani
system were the four cardinal humours:
- Blood
- Mucus
- Yellow bile
- Black bile
These humours were combined with the four primary qualities
- Warmth (or heat)
- Cold
- Moisture (or damp)
Dryness
This system of medicine states that if the four humours
and the four primary qualities are all in a state of
mutual equilibrium, man is healthy. It is the influence
of external factors such as climate, age, profession
and the customs that causes a dominance of one of the
four humours observed in every human body. Both rules
and noblemen from t eh beginning of the Muslim rule,
built hospitals that followed the Unani system. During
the reign of Akbar, there was a mass exodus of learned
men from regions where Arabian medicine was taught.
Later when the English took over, these medicine practices
lay neglected and forgotten. Towards the last quarter
of the nineteenth century that a national reawakening
aroused the interest of a few educate Indians to this
system of medicine. Today various charitable organizations
colleges throughout the country promote this form of
medicine.
Siddha
This system of medical practice is associated wit the
Tamil speaking parts of India. The term Siddha is derived
from Siddha, which means attainment of perfection. The
origin of this system of medicine is associated with
the desire of saints who relentlessly took efforts to
attain salvation.
These saints realised that a good physical body free
from disease was required to attain eternal bliss. They
evolved a system of medicine primarily for the healthy
living and also for the elimination of disease. This
traditional Tamil system was refined by Saivite saints
called siddhars. It's also known as Agastya after it's
famous exponent, sage Agastya.
Like all the traditional India medicines, siddha is
based on body humours and other characteristics similar
to those in Ayurveda. According to siddha system, the
universe consists of 5 elements -- earth, water, fire,
air and ether that correspond to the five senses of
the human body. A suitable proportion of these 5 elements
in combination with each other produce a healthy person.
Mercury and sulphur play a major role in the therapeutics
of this medical science and often, they are used in
combination. Siddha medicine has an interesting way
of categorizing drugs. On the basis of mutual interaction
the drugs are called enemies or friends based on the
compatibility with each other.
The Siddha practitioner considers these aspects while
administering the drugs. The diagnosis in siddha is
based on findings from eight aspects: pulse, eyes, voice,
touch, colour, tongue, faeces, and urine.
Tibetan
2 thousand yrs ago the indigenous people of Tibet had
a traditional medical system, which was closely connected
to their native spiritual system. They use an ancient
form of medicine known as Gso-wa Rig-pa or the "knowledge
of Healing" whose origins are believed to be based
on the teachings of the Buddha.
Tibetan medicine has existed in its present form for
over one thousand yrs. Over the several centuries, medical
knowledge was incorporated from the Indian Ayurveda,
the Chinese system and the Greek medical systems. In
addition it also incorporated the buddhist thought.
In Buddhist thought, all suffering and hence all illness,
is caused by attachment, anger and ignorance, known
as the "three interior poisons". The physical
manifestation of he 3 poisons assume the form of three
humours which are rlung (pronounced long), mkhris-pa
and Bad-kan. In English these are generally translated
as wind, bile, phlegm. When they are in harmony, they
maintain well-being, but when they are disturbed or
out of harmony, they are the cause of illness.
Desire corresponds to disharmony of rlung (wind).
Some symptoms of that are frothy urine, a rough and
dry tongue or a 'jumpy' pulse.
Hatred corresponds to disharmony of bile. Some symptoms
are presence of thick or yellowish red urine, thick
yellowish fur on the tongue or a 'full' pulse.
Ignorance causes phlegm disorders. The urine in odourless,
thin whitish and the pulse is "sluggish or heavy".
Furthermore Tibetans believe that karma (the law of
cause and effect) from one's previous incarnations can
also be responsible for our illnesses in our present
experience.
Ignorance generates other negative states of the mind
such as desire, hatred, jealousy and pride, which also
contribute to our suffering. Understanding one's emotions
is an essential part of the Buddhist journey to full
awakening and freedom from unwanted conditions or all
sorts. However, since most of us have very little ability
to work with our emotional energies, medicines and other
remedies are required. Treatment can include consultations
on lifestyle and diet, recommendations of mantras and
meditation, moxibustion (burning of the herb mugwort),
the use of supplements and massage with specially formulated
herbal oils and occasionally, acupuncture.
The ideal image of a healer in Tibetan medicine is
that of "a man of noble character, capable of immediately
making the right diagnosis of a patient's illness, without
any examination or the least assistance" (Burang,
p.12). Needless to say, such physicians are quite rare.
Consequently, before a physician acquires credibility,
he must train at least twenty years in the tradition.
Tibetan medicine is a holistic tradition, and a lasting
cure can only take place when the whole psychological
environment, of the patient is accounted for, superficial
methods which consider only the outward symptoms of
illness are frowned upon. Consequently, Tibetan medicine
is increasingly gaining recognition in the west as particularly
effective for patients with chronic diseases such as
hepatitis, certain kinds of mental illness, ulcers,
paralysis, gallstones, kidney stones, and arthritis.
Tibetan look at well-being as a consequence of three
integrated types of medical practices: secular therapies,
such as medicine, diet, surgery, spiritual cures where
Buddha is the Absolute healer and the Dharma, or teachings
of Sakyamun, the King of medicine."
The Tibetan physician focuses his attention on spiritual
factors even in the treatment of the simplest illnesses
and regards medicine and medical instruments as holy
objects. Even the pharmaceuticals, which are mixtures
of vegetable, animal and mineral compounds, are prepared
with meticulous attention to religious ritual. For example,
after the Tibetan physician gathers dozens of different
ingredients that go into the making of the single small
pill, he performs a meditative ritual.
Vipassana Centres
The technique of Vipassana Meditation is taught at
ten-day residential courses during which participants
learn the basics of the method, and practice sufficiently
to experience its beneficial results.
There are no charges for the courses - not even to
cover the cost of food and accommodation. All expenses
are met by donations from people who, having completed
a course and experienced the benefits of Vipassana,
wish to give others the opportunity to also benefit.
A current schedule of 10-Day, free of cost courses
is provided at each Centre for which it is available.
To get the details of the dates available till 2005
please check http://www.dhamma.org/india.htm
After reviewing the Code of Discipline for the courses
in Vipassana Meditation, you may make Application for
a course at one of the Centres in India by contacting
a Centre directly to obtain a then current schedule
of courses and then mailing or faxing the completed
course application form.
MAHARASHTRA CENTRES
Vipassana International Academy
Dhamma Giri; P.O. Box 6;
Igatpuri 422 403
District Nasik; Maharashtra; India
Ph: [91](02553) 244076, 244086
Fax: [91](02553) 244176
E-Mail: info@giri.dhamma.org
Nashik Vipassana Kendra
Dhamma Nasika; Opp. Water Filtration Plant,
Shivaji Nagar, Satpur, Nashik 422 222; Maharashtra,
India
Ph: [91](0253) 561-6242
E-Mail: info@nasika.dhamma.org
Deccan Vipassana Research Centre
Dhammalaya; Near Majle Bus Stand; Hatkangale,
Kolhapur 416 109; Maharashtra; India
Ph: [91](0232) 483-316.
City Office: "Khushbu"; 6, Shivaji Park;
Kolhapur 416 001; Maharashtra; India
Ph: [91](0231) 651-146; Fax: [91](0231) 658-519
Nagpur Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Naga; Village Mahurjhari, Near Nagpur-Kalmeshwar
Road; Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
or
c/o Mr. Goverdhandas Kela; Central Engineering Corporation,
Abhyankar Road, Sitabuldi; Near Anand Bhandar, Nagpur
440 012, Maharashtra, India.
Off: [91](0712) 524-685; Fax: [91](0712) 522-291; Res:
[91](0712) 532-798.
or
Kalyanmitra Charitable Trust; Abhyankar Smaraka Trust
Building;
Abhyankar Road; Dhantoli, Nagpur 440 012; Maharashtra;
India
Ph: [91](0712)522-169
E-Mail: dhamma_ngp@sancharnet.in
Khandesh Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sarovara; Survey No. 166; Near Dedargaon Water
Purification Plant; At Post Tikhi, Dhule; Maharashtra;
India
or
c/o Sri Prakash Borse; 12 Tulsiram nagar; Deopur, Dhule
424 002; Maharashtra; India.
Ph: [91](0256) 222-741; Office: 222-614.
Pune City Vipassana CentreDhammaananda; Pune City Vipassana
Samiti, Dadawadi, Opp. Nehru Stadium, Near Anand Mangal
Karyalaya, Pune-411 002; Maharashtra, India.
Ph: [91](020) 446-8903; 446-4243.
E-Mail: info@ananda.dhamma.org
Pune Riverside Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Punna; Pune Riverside Vipassana Samiti, 2 Vinay
Chambers, Vetal Chowk, 971 Senapati Bapat Road, Pune
411 016; Maharashtra, India.
Ph: [91](0212) 355-472; Fax: [91](0212) 680-558.
E-Mail: mukti@giaspn01.vsnl.net.in
Ajanta International Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Ajanta; 11 Ashok Vihar Society; Opp. MIDC Office;
Station Road, Aurangabad 431 005, Maharashtra; India.
Ph: [91](0240) 334-532; 332-324; 484-445.
GUJRAT CENTRES
Dhamma Sindhu; village: Bada, district: Kutch, Gujarat,
India 370 475
Ph: [91](2834) 273-303; Fax:[91](2834)224-267 &
[91](2834)222-811;
Res.: [91](2834)273-304
E-Mail:info@sindhu.dhamma.org
City Contact: Ishwarlal C. Shah, K.T.Shah Road, Mandvi,
Kutch Gujarat, India 370 465.
Ph: [91](2834) 223-076 (cloth-shop); 223-406 (Res);
Fax: [91](2834) 224-267; 222-811
Ahmedabad Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Pitha; c/o Sri S. S. Choudhary; 1 Patel Society;
Opposite Office Of Police
Commissioner; Ahmedabad 380 004; Gujarat; India
Ph: [91](079) 562-4631; 562-4253; 342-2473; Fax: [91](079)
212-2016.
Rajkot Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Kota; c/o Rajesh Mehta; Bhabah Guest House;
Panchnath Road; Rajkot; Gujarat 360 001; India
Ph: [91](0281) 34789 / 32187
Mehsana Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Divakara; c/o Mr. Upendra Patel; 18, Shraddha
Complex, 2nd Floor;
Mehsana, Gujarat 384 001; India
Office Ph: [91](02762) 254 634; Res. Ph: [91](02762)
253 315.
NORTHERN INDIA
Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Thali; P.O. Box 208; (Sisodiarani Baug-Galtaji
Road); Jaipur 302 001; Rajasthan; India
Ph: [91](0141) 268-0220, 268-0311; Fax: [91](0141) 561-283.
E-Mail: info@thali.dhamma.org
Delhi Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sota; Vipassana Sadhana Sansthan; Hemkunt Towers,
16th Floor; 98 Nehru Place;
New Delhi 110 019; India.
Ph: [91](011) 645-2772; Fax: [91](011) 647-0658.
Kammaspur Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Patthana; Off Delhi-Ambala National Highway,
Haryana; India
For additional information and registration please contact:
Delhi Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sota; Vipassana Sadhana Sansthan; Hemkunt Towers,
16th Floor;
98 Nehru Place; New Delhi 110 019; India.
Ph: [91](011) 645-2772; Fax: [91](011) 647-0658
Karnal Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Karunika; Near Sainik School; Kunjpura, Karnal
132 001; Haryana; India For additional information please
contact:
Mr. Brij Mohan Verma
5, Shakti Colony, Near SBI; Karnal; Haryana; India
Ph: [91](0184) 225 0543; Fax: [91](0184) 225 7543.
E-Mail: bmverma_universe@yahoo.com<br>
Dehradun Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Salila; c/o Mr T.S. Bhandari; 16, Tagore Villa;
Chakrata Road; Dehradun 248 001; Uttaranchal; India
Ph: [91](0135) 2715189 or 2754880; Fax: [91](0135) 2715580.
E-Mail: assorep@nde.vsnl.net.in
Himachal Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sikhara;
MacLeodganj; Dharamsala 176 219; Dist. Kangra; Himachal
Pradesh; India;
Ph: [91](1892) 21-309;
Email: info@sikhara.dhamma.org
Website: http://www.sikhara.dhamma.org
Sarnath Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Cakkaa; c/o Mr. Parmanand Maheshwari; "Mangalam",
C27/273 Indian Press Colony; Madhalla; Varanasi; Uttar
Pradesh 221 002; India
Ph: [91](054) 246-644; 344-713.
Jetvan Vipassana Meditation Centre
Dhamma Suvatthi; Katra By-Pass; Sravasti; Uttar Pradesh
271 845, India
Tel: [91](05252) 265-439.
Kushinagar Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Vimutti; c/o Dr. V. D. Modi; Arogya Mandir; Gorakhpur;
Uttar Pradesh 273 003; India
Ph: [91](0551) 335 805 / 336 469.
Lucknow Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Lakkhana; Asti Road; Bakshi ka Talab, Lucknow;
Uttar Pradesh; India.
Ph: [91](0522) 250 8525.
E-Mail: dhammalakkhan@rediffmail.com
For additional information please contact:
Mr. Pankaj Jain
A-302, Sterling Appts., 9 University Road; Lucknow,
U.P.; India
Ph: [91](0522) 278 2795.
Hoshiarpur Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Dhaja; Punjab Vipassana Trust; Anand Public School;
Anandgadh village; Post Melawali; Dist. Hoshiarpur 146110;
Punjab, India.
Tel: 01882-272333, 240202.
E-Mail: dhammadhaja@yahoo.com
CENTRAL INDIA
Balaghat Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Kanana; Bank of Wainganga; P.O. Garra; Balaghat.
or
c/o Sri Haridas Meshram; G-8, Bagh Colony; Civil Line
Balaghat 481 001; Madya Pradesh; India.
Ph: [91](076) 322-473; Res. 322-554.
Durg Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Ketu; Village Thanod; via Anjora, District Durg;
Chaattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh 491 001; India
Ph: (0788) 241-1813.
Contact:
Mr. Sureshchandra Kathane, B-269, Street 5, Smritinagar,
P.O. Nehru Nagar, Bhilai 490 020, M.P.; India.
Ph: (0788) 232-1539 (Res.).
Bophal Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Pala; c/o Mr. Ashok Kela; Vipassana Samiti, E-1/182
Arera Colony; Bophal; Madhya Pradesh; India
Ph: [91](0755) 563 113; 557-761; 557-762; Fax: [91](0755)
564 520.
E-Mail: info@pala.dhamma.org
EASTERN INDIA
Calcutta Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Ganga; Bara Mandir Ghat; Harishchandra Dutta
Road; Panihati (Sodepur); Dt. 24 Paraganas; West Bengal
743 176; India.
Ph: [91](033) 553 2855.
or
City Office: 9 Bonfield Lane; Calcutta 700 001; India.
Ph: [91](033) 242-1767, 242-8043;
Fax: c/o Mr. M. K. Badani [91](033) 225-5174.
Vaishali Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Licchavi; Atardah (Lalitkunj), Muzaffarpur, Bihar
842 001; India
or
c/o Rajkumar Goenka; Parijat, Marwari Bazar; Samastipur;
Bihar; India
Ph: [91](0621) 243-403; 243-206.
Bodh Gaya Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Bodhi; Gaya-Dhoba Road; Near Magadh University;
Bodhgaya 824 231; Bihar; India
Office:
Shanti Dham; Kankarbagh Road; Patna 800 020; Bihar;
India.
Ph & Fax: [91](0612) 352-874;[91](0631)400-437.
Baracakia Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Upavana; c/o Mr. Ishwarchandra Sinha; Khabhada
Road; Muzaffarpur 842 001, Bihar, India
Ph: [91](0621) 244-975.
SOUTHERN INDIA
Vipassana International Meditation Centre
Dhamma Khetta; 12.6km. Nagarjun Sagar Road; Kusum Nagar
Vanasthali Puram; Hyderabad 500 070; Andhra Pradesh;
India
Ph: [91](040) 402-0290; 402-1746; 473-2569; Fax: [91](040)
461-3941.
E-Mail: info@khetta.dhamma.org
For additional information about Vipassana activities
in the Hyderabad area visit the http://www.khetta.dhamma.org/
Nizamabad Vipassana Meditation Centre
Dhamma Nijjhana; Indhur, Post Pocharam, Yedpalli Mandal;
District Nizamabad, Andhra Pradesh 503 186; India
Ph: [91](08462) 273433
E-Mail:dhammanijjhana@yahoo.com
Vijayarayai Vipassana Centre
Dhamma vijaya; Vijayarayai, Pedavegi Mandal (Post);
District West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh 534 475; India.
Ph: [91](08812) 225522
Vipassana Meditation Centre, Dhamma Setu
533 Pazhan Thandalam Road, Thiruneermalai Via, Thirumudivakkam
Chennai 600 044. India
Ph: 44-24780953
Email Id: info@setu.dhamma.org
Website: www.setu.dhamma.org
Bangalore Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sumana; c/o Bharat Silks; No.185, Above Patel
Roadways, 4th cross; Lalbagh Road; Bangalore; Karnataka
560 027; India.
Ph: [91](080) 2224330; Fax: [91](080) 221-5776
E-Mail:silksb@vsnl.com
or
Shri Chotmal Goenka. Ph: [91](080) 6637173
Shri Jyoti Prakash. Ph: [91](080) 6761646
Hi Tech Healing
Abhyanga -- A synchronized full body massage performed
by two therapists using specific herbal oils prescribed
according to the body type. Improves eyesight, promotes
sleep and gives a glow to the skin.
Shirodhara -- Treatment for chronic headaches, insomnia,
mental tension and cases of hysteria, hallucination
and insanity. Lukewarm herbal oil is poured in a continuous
stream on the forehead, while a gentle massage is simultaneously
given, also on the forehead, for rejuvenating and revitalizing
the body and mind. It relieves stress and strain related
problems, slows the aging process, improves memory,
and is known to have a curative effect on paralysis
and other neurological malfunctions.
Herbal oils, medicated milk or buttermilk and decoctions
are poured on the forehead/whole body in a special manner.
Variations include Oordhwanga Dhara (good for diseases
of the eyes, ears and skin),
Choornaswedan -- A vigorous massage, with a cloth bundle
containing herbal powders. Induces profuse perspiration
leading to relief of neurological disorders, rheumatism,
arthritis and sports injuries.
Takra Dhara -- Medicated buttermilk (takra) is poured
in a stream (dhara) on the forehead to calm and give
relief from conditions like insomnia, depression and
other stress related problems. (For those suffering
from memory loss, severe headache or insanity)
Sarvanga Dhara (for both head and body).
Snehapanam -- Treatment to alleviate Osteo-arthritis,
leukaemia etc.
Kashaya Vasti -- This therapy is usually taken after
a course of Sneha Vasti. A cleansing enema of honey,
oil and herbs leads to nourishment and rebuilding of
the Dhatus (body tissues), strengthens their respective
functioning, restores and fortifies the body's immune
system.
Medicated ghee is given internally in a gradually increased
quantity for specific periods.
Sirovasti -- Treatment for dryness of nostrils, mouth
and throat, severe headaches, facial paralysis and burning
sensation in the head.
Lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a leather cap fitted
on the head for specific durations as per physician's
recommendation.
Kaval -- Holding in the mouth and gargling with medicated
oil/decoction. Is highly beneficial for ear, nose, throat
disorders; improves the voice and brings a glow to the
face.
Pizhichil -- Treatment for spondiliosis, rheumatic diseases
like arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, nervous weaknesses
and nervous disorders. A combination of two classical
Ayurvedic treatments: Snehana (oliation) and Swedana
(sudation). Pizhichil is considered to be the most natural
way to purify different body systems, to protect from
illnesses and build up immunity for a healthy life.
Lukewarm herbal oil is applied with fresh linen all
over the body by trained masseurs in a rhythmic manner
for a period of 1 to 11/2 hours daily for 7 to 21 days.
Udvarthanam -- Treatment for diseases like hemiplegia,
paralysis, obesity and certain rheumatic ailments. A
deep, dry massage using herbal powders to stimulate
hair follicles and tissue in order to break down the
subcutaneous, stored fat. Slimming of the body is the
significant effect.
Therapeutic massage with herbal powders.
Marma Chikitsa -- Treatment for musculo-skeletal ailments
due to trauma or accidents.
Treatment that works on the extremely sensitive vital
points of the body (the 107 marmas).
Gandusa -- Retention of medicated oil / decoration in
the mouth for several minutes. Lends a radiance to the
face, improves lines and wrinkles, tones the skin and
assists with any kind of mouth, voice or teeth disorders
while cleansing the ear, nose and throat pathways.
Nasyam -- Treatment for nasal ailments. The face, shoulders
and chest are massaged with specific herbal oils, inducing
perspiration. The medicine is measured out in the exact
doze and poured into the nostrils while inhaling. A
highly effective treatment for headaches, sinusitis
and migraine.
Inhalation of medicated herbal preparations, decoction
oils, ghee etc. to eliminate the morbid factors from
the head and neck area.
Karnapooranam -- Treatment for ear ailments.
Medicated oils are applied to the ear for 5 to 10 minutes
daily to clean as well as treat specific ailments.
Tharpanam -- Preventing cataract and strengthening vision.
Medicated ghee made with black gram powder, is smeared
on the eyes. This has a cooling effect on irritated
and stressed eyes.
A treatment for the eyes effective in preventing cataract
and strengthening the optic nerve.
Njavarakizhi -- Treatment for wasting of muscles, rheumatism,
sports injuries, pain in the joints, emaciation of the
body or parts of the body and certain kinds of skin
diseases. Massage with small linen bags filled with
cooked Njavara rice. This procedure is highly rejuvenating,
nourishing and prepares the body for the stress and
strain of a busy lifestyle.
The whole body is made to perspire by the external application
of medicated rice packs in the form of boluses tied
in muslin bags.
Note:
The ayurvedic physician will decide on a separate programme
for every individual after evaluation.
Short duration treatments for minor ailments like back
pain, muscular pain, etc. with herbal steam bath, spinal
bath and therapeutic massages will be provided only
on the advice of the physician.
Often women have female technicians for body massage
and other health programmes.
Some of the programmes are not suitable for the very
aged, very young (under 7) infirm, heart patients and
pregnant women.
If you have a previous medical history of heart trouble,
blood pressure, blood sugar, chronic skin disease or
asthma, please inform your physician in advance.
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Cost of Facilities at a glance
We give below some basic costs of services in leading
hospitals in India. Costs listed are only indicative.
Users are advised to check for current prices.
Radiology Services
C.T. Scan
Nuclear Medicine Services Cardiac Services
Facilities at major hospitals
Health Check-up
Radiology Services
Chest X-Ray (per view): Rs.100-150
Portable X-Ray: Rs.150-200
Cervical spine: Rs.75-125
Barium meal test: Rs.800-1500
Barium meal follows through: Rs.1000-1250
Barium enema: Rs.800-1050
IVP: Rs.950-1500
Ultra sound: Rs.550-750
C.T. Scan
Head
Plain: Rs.950-1200
Direct Contrast: Rs.1000-1500
Plain & Contrast: Rs.1500-2000
Thorax
Plain: Rs.950-1200
Direct Contrast: Rs.1000-1500
Plain & Contrast: Rs.1500-2000
Neck
(With Contrast): Rs.1900-2700
Abdomen
Plain: Rs.1900-2700
Upper Abdomen with Contrast: Rs.2000-2875
Lower Abdomen: Rs.2000-2875
Pelvis
Plain: Rs.1900-2700
Plain: Rs.2000-2000
Contrast: Rs.2000-2875
Orbits
Plain & Contrast: Rs.2000-2700
Plain: Rs.1000-15000
Biopsy: Rs.1000-1500
Nuclear Medicine Services
MUGA-Rest: Rs.1500-2000
MUGA-Stress/FRAC (First-Pass): 2500-3000
Rest-Redistribution Thallium/Rest Gated SPECT/Infarct
imaging: Rs.4500-5000
Thallium Stress Myocardial Perfusion Scintigraphy: Rs.7000-7500
Renal Dynamic Study/Evaluation of Transplant Kidney/renal
Scintigraphy: Rs.2000-2500
Hepatic Scintigraphy: Rs.1500-2000
Dynamic Hepatobiliary study: Rs.3000-3500
Whole Body Bone Scan: Rs.3000-3500
Brain SPECT/First-Pass C.B.F. with Brain Scan: 7000-7500
Lung perfusion imaging: Rs.3000-3500
Thyroid Scan: Rs.700-750
Gallium Scanning: Rs.7500-8000
Parathyroid Scanning: Rs.3500-4000
Isotope Venography: Rs.3000-3500
99m Tc-Sesta MIBI tumour imaging: Rs.4500-5000
Parotid Scintigraphy: Rs.2000-2500
Scintigraphy for Gl-bleeding: Rs.3000-3500
Cardiac Services
ECG: Rs.50-100
2D Colour Doppler: Rs.800-1200
TEE Echo: Rs.1500-2000
Stress Echo: Rs.1500-2000
Stress Test (TMT): Rs.850-900
3D Echo: Rs.1500-2000
Holter: Rs.800-1200
PFT Routine: Rs.400-700
PFT Dynamic: Rs.500-1000
Facilities at major hospitals
Reception and Registration Desk:Patients are requested
to contact the reception counter, which functions round
the clock, for registration. On registration the patient
will be issued a card with the registration number to
be used for all future references and consultation.
In case of an emergency, the patient will be admitted
into the emergency ward, stabilized and later shifted
to a suitable room. There is a facility for one attendant
to stay with the patient in the room. Patients under
5 years will be allowed two attendants.
Payment:
On admission an initial deposit will be collected. This
will be adjusted in the final bill Payment can be made
by cash/DD/credit cards.
Patients who opt for the package deal will pay the specified
amount in full before admission.
Customer satisfaction is of prime importance. Patients
needing any guidance may contact this department. Special
nurses can be arranged through the Nursing Supervisor.
A 24-hours pharmacy is available. Room rent is inclusive
of diet for the patient. An in house laundry service
is available for patient and their attendants at an
extra cost. A 24-jr NSD/ISD facility is available. So
are Internet, Fax and e-mail facilities. Safe deposit
lockers are available on request.
Health Check-up
Many common and life-threatening conditions can be treated
successfully if detected early. Many leading hospitals
in India have health check-up programs that screen every
part of the body meticulously and professionally. A
proper health check-up scans your bio-history, interprets
signals and provides the opportunity for the proverbial
"stitch in time". A heart check-up constituting
echocardiography, consultation by a senior cardiologist,
blood test, general test and haemogram can go a long
way in ensuring a healthy heart. The test can be done
at any of the leading cardiac hospitals or private clinics.
A comprehensive health check-up contains the following
tests:
Doctors consultation and full medical examination
Blood tests
Complete Haemogram (hb, TLC, DLR, ESR, Haematocrit,
Peripheral Smear)
Blood group (ABO, RH)
Blood Sugar
Blood Urea
Serum Uric Acid
Serum Creatinine
Serum Cholesterol
Lipid Profile
Urine and Faeces Examination
X-Ray Chest PA
ECG
Exercise Stress Test (TMT)
Stress Screening by Psychologist
Eye Examination
Gynaecologist Consultation and Pap Smear Test
Post Check-up consultation
Optional Test
Some additional test may be advised by your doctor,
which may include:
Pulmonary Function Tests
Ultrasound Screening for the Abdomen
ENT Examination
Screening for Liver Disease
Screening for Thyroid Disease
Hepatitis B Screening to Assess Immunity and for Detection
of Carriers.
A test for AIDS can also be requested
Screening for Kidney Disease
Serum Cholesterol
Lipid Profile
Urine and Faeces Examination
X-Ray Chest PA
ECG
Exercise Stress Test (TMT)
Stress Screening by Psychologist
Eye Examination
Gynaecologist Consultation and Pap Smear Test
Post Check-up consultation
Optional Test
These tests can be done at any leading hospital, private
and public. Many pioneering hospitals have comprehensive
health check-up packages at rates that can cost between
Rs.2000 and 2500.
List of selected hospitals
Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd.
Ali Towers , Ground Floor
No.55, Greams Road
Chennai-600 006
Tel: 044-28291696 / 28294265
Fax: 044-28291407 / 28295706
www.apollohospital.com
ASIAN Heart Institute
G/N Block, Opp. ICICI Towers
Bandra-Kurla Complex
Bandra (East)
Mumbai-400 051 ( India )
Tel: 022-56986666 / 26542088 / 56986585
Fax: 022-56986639 / 56986506
www.ahirc.com
B M Birla Heart Research Centre
1/1, National Library Avenue
Kolkata-700 027 ( India )
Tel: 033-24567777 / 24567890
Fax: 033-24567000
www.birlaheart.com
Batra Hospital & Medical Research Centre
1, Tughlakabad Institutional Area
Mehrauli Badarpur Road
New Delhi-110 062 ( India )
Tel: 011-26057284
Fax: 011-26057284 / 29957661
www.batrahospitaldelhi.org
Breach Candy Hospital Trust
60-A, Bhulabhai Desai Road
Mumbai-400 026 ( India )
Tel: 022-23671888 / 23672888 / 23667555
Fax: 022-23680750 / 23672666
www.breachcandyhospital.org
Care Hospital
Road No.1, Banjara Hills
Hyderabad ?500034 ( India )
Tel: 040-55668888 / 23372424
Fax: 040-23327025 / 55625003
www.carehospitals.com
Escorts Heart Institute and Research Centre
Okhla Road
New Friends Colony
New Delhi-110 025 ( India )
Tel: 011- 26825000 / 26825001
Fax: 26825012 / 26825013
www.ehirc.com
Fortis Healthcare Ltd
Sector ?62, Phase VIII
Mohali ( Chandigarh ) ?160062 ( Punjab ) ( India )
Tel: 0172-5096222
Fax: 0172-5096221
www.fortishealthcare.com
GNRC Heart Institute
Institute of Critical Care Dispur
Guwahati ?781006 ( India )
Tel: 0361-2227700-04
Fax: 0361-2227711 / 2227715
G Kuppuswamy Naidu Memorial Hospital
Post Box No. 6327
Pappanaickenpalayam
Coimbatore-641 037 ( India )
Tel: 0422- 2213501-07 / 2211000
Fax: 0422-2213509
www.gknmhospital.org
Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre
15, Dr. G. Deshmukh Marg
Mumbai-400 026 ( India )
Tel: 022-56573333 / 56573313 / 56573321
Fax: 022-24950508 / 23520508
www.jaslokhospital.net
Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS)
Anamukham, Post Box No.1, Anayara P.O.
Kumarapuram Poonthi Road
Thiruvananthapuram-695 029 (Kerala)
Tel: 0471-2447575 / 2447676 / : 98470-67687 / 98470-64166
Fax: 0471-2557169 / 2446535
www.kimskerala.com
K G Hospital and Post Graduate Medical Institute
No.5, Government Arts College Road
Coimbatore-641 018
Tel: 0422-2212121-29 / 2218001-09
Fax: 0422-2211212
www.kghospital.org
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital Limited
P.B.No.3209, Avanashi Road
Coimbatore-641 014 (Tamil Nadu) ( India )
Tel: 0422-2627781 / 2627784-90
Fax: 0422-2627782
www.kmchonline.com
Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre
A-791, Bandra Reclamation
Bandra (West)
Mumbai-400 050 ( India )
Tel: 022- 26438281 / 26455891 / 26421111 / 26552222
Fax: 022-26451809 / 26407655
www.lilavatihospital.com
Max Devki Devi Heart & Vascular Institute
2 Press Enclave Road , Saket
New Delhi ?110017 ( India )
Tel: 011-26515858
Fax: 011-26565060
www.maxhealthcare.com
Manipal Hospital
98, Rustam Baugh
Airport Road
Bangalore-560 017 ( India )
Tel: 080-25266646 / 25268901 / 25202269 / 25202271
www.manipalhospital.org
Mallya Hospital
No.2, Vittal Mallya Road ,
Bangalore ?560001 ( India )
Tel: 080-22277979
Fax: 080-22242326
www.mallyahospital.net
Narayana Hrudayalaya Institute of Cardiac Sciences
No.258/A, Bommasandra Industrial Area
Anekal Taluk
Bangalore-560 099 ( India )
Tel: 080-7835000-18
Fax: 080-7832648
www.hrudayalaya.com
P.D.Hinduja National Hospital & Medical Research
Centre
Veer Savarkar Marg
Mahim
Mumbai-400 016 ( India )
Tel: 022-24451515 / 24452222 / 24449199 / 24447718-19
Fax: 022-24449151
www.hindujahospital.com
Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac
Sciences
124, Mukundpur, E P Bypass
Near Santoshpur Connector
Kolkata ?700099 ( India )
Tel: 033-24363000 / 24363401-05
Fax: 033-24264204
Ruby General Hospital Limited
Kasba Golpark
E M Bypass
Kolkata-700 107
Tel: 033-24420291 / 24426091 / 24420857 / 24420887
Fax: 033-24426577
www.rubyhospital.com
Ruby Hall Clinic
40, Sassoon Road
Post Box No.70
Pune-411 001 ( India )
Tel: 020-26123391-92 / 56065368
Fax: 020-26124529
www.rubyhall.com
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Marg
Rajinder Nagar
New Delhi-110 060 ( India )
Tel: 25861463 / 25730501/ 25721800
Fax: 25864754 / 26257816
www.sgrh.com
Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute
No.1, Ramachandra Nagar
Porur
Chennai-600 116 ( India )
Tel: 044-24768403 / 24765997 / 24761549-50 / 24768027-29
Fax: 044-24767008 / 24765995
www.srmc.edu
The Bombay Hospital Trust
1402/03, Raheja Centre
Nariman Point
Mumbai-400 021 ( India )
Tel: 022-22820240
Fax: 022-22875380 / 22079485
www.bombayhospital.com
Wockhardt Hospitals Limired
14, Cunningham Road
Bangalore-560 052 ( India )
Tel: 080- 51994444 / 22281146
Fax: 080- 22281149
www.wockhardthospitals.com
Woodlands Medical Centre Limited
8/5, Alipore Road
Kolkata-700 027 ( India )
Tel: 033-24567075-89
Fax: 033-24567090
www.woodlands-hosp.com
Westbank Hospital
Andul Road
Howrah-711 109
Tel: 033-26448673 / 26448888 / 26445516
Fax: 033-26448673
www.westbankhealth.org
Orthopedics ?Joint Replacement
Apollo Hospitals Group
Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
Sarita Vihar
Delhi-Mathura Road
New Delhi-110 044
Tel: 011- 26925911 / 26825602
Fax: 011- 26823629
www.apollohospitals.com
Batra Hospital & Medical Research Centre
1, Tughlakabad Institutional Area
Mehrauli Badarpur Road
New Delhi-110 062 ( India )
Tel: 011-26057284
Fax: 011-26057284 / 29957661
www.batrahospitaldelhi.org
Breach Candy Hospital Trust
60-A, Bhulabhai Desai Road
Mumbai-400 026 ( India )
Tel: 022-23671888 / 23672888 / 23667555
Fax: 022-23680750 / 23672666
www.breachcandyhospital.org
Escorts Hospital and Research Centre Limited
Neelam bata Road
Faridabad ?121001 (Haryana) ( India )
Tel: 0129-2416096 / 2416097 / 2426590 / 5009999
Fax: 0129-2416260 / 2426586 / 5009973
www.ehirc.com
Fortis Healthcare Limited
B-22, Sector-62
Noida ?201301 (Uttar Pradesh) ( India )
Tel: 0120-2400222 / 3945603-5
Fax: 0120-2402031
www.fortishealthcare.com
GNRC Heart Institute
Institute of Critical care
Dispur, Guwahati ?781006 ( India )
Tel: 0361-2227711 / 2227715
G Kuppuswamy Naidu Memorial Hospital
Post Box No. 6327
Pappanaickenpalayam
Coimbatore-641 037 ( India )
Tel: 0422- 2213501-07 / 2211000
Fax: 0422-2213509
Indian Spinal Injuries Centre
Sector ?C, Opp. Police Station
Vasant Kunj
New Delhi ?110070 ( India )
Tel: 011-26898446 / 26898448
Fax: 011-26898810
www.isiconline.org
Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre
15, Dr. G.Deshmukh Marg
Mumbai ?400026 ( India )
Tel: 022-56573333 / 56573313 / 56573321
Fax: 022-24952508 / 23520508
www.jaslokhospital.net
Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences
Anamukham, Post Box No.1,.Anayara P.O.
Kumarapuram Poonthi Road
Thiruvananthapuram ?695029 (Kerala) ( India )
Tel: 0471-2447575 / 2447676 / 3041000
Fax: 0471-2557169 / 2446535
www.kimskerala.com
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital Limited
P.B.No.3209, Avanashi Road
Coimbatore-641 014 (Tamil Nadu) ( India )
Tel: 0422-2627781 / 2627784-90
Fax: 0422-2627782
www.kmchonline.com
K G Hospital and Post Graduate Medical Institute
No.5, Government Arts College Road
Coimbatore-641 018
Tel: 0422-2212121-29 / 2218001-09
Fax: 0422-2211212
www.kghospital.org
Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre
A-791, Bandra Reclamation
Bandra (West)
Mumbai-400 050 ( India )
Tel: 022- 26438281 / 26455891 / 26421111 / 26552222
Fax: 022-26451809 / 26407655
www.lilavatihospital.com
Max Devki Devi Heart & Vascular Institute
2 Press Enclave Road , saket
New Delhi ?110017 ( India )
Tel: 011-26515858
Fax: 011-26565060
www.maxhealthcare.com
Manipal Hospital
98, Rustam Baugh
Airport Road
Bangalore-560 017 ( India )
Tel: 080-25266646 / 25268901 / 25202269 / 25202271
www.manipalhospital.org
Mallya Hospital
No.2, Vittal Mallya Road ,
Bangalore ?560001 ( India )
Tel: 080-22277979
Fax: 080-22242326
www.mallyahospital.net
P.D.Hinduja National Hospital & Medical Research
Centre
Veer Savarkar Marg
Mahim
Mumbai-400 016 ( India )
Tel: 022-24451515 / 24452222 / 24449199 / 24447718-19
Fax: 022-24449151
www.hindujahospital.com
Rockland Hospital
B-33-34, Qutab Institutional Area
New Delhi-110 016 ( India )
Tel: 011- 51688752-64 / 51222222
Fax: 51688765
www.rocklandhospital.com
Ruby General Hospital Limited
Kasba Golpark
E M Bypass
Kolkata-700 107
Tel: 033-24420291 / 24426091 / 24420857 / 24420887
Fax: 033-24426577
www.rubyhospital.com
Ruby Hall Clinic
40, Sassoon Road
Post Box No.70
Pune-411 001
Tel: 020-26123391-92 / 56065368
Fax: 020-26124529
www.rubyhall.com
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Marg
Rajinder Nagar
New Delhi-110 060
Tel: 25861463 / 25730501/ 25721800
Fax: 25864754 / 26257816
www.sgrh.com
Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute
No.1, Ramachandra Nagar
Porur
Chennai-600 116
Tel: 044-24768403 / 24765997 / 24761549-50 / 24768027-29
Fax: 044-24767008 / 24765995
www.srmc.edu
The Bombay Hospital Trust
1402/03, Raheja Centre
Nariman Point
Mumbai-400 021
Tel: 022-22820240
Fax: 022-22875380 / 22079485
www.bombayhospital.com
VIMHANS
No.1. Institutional Area, Nehru Nagar
New Delhi- 110065 ( India )
Tel: 011-26310510 / 26310520
Fax: 011-26919916
www.vimhans.org
Wockhardt Hospitals Limited
Mulund Goregaon Link Road
Mumbai ?400021 ( India )
Tel: 022-55994444 / 5594400
Fax: 022-55994242
www.wockhardthospital.com
Woodlands Medical Centre Limited
8/5, Alipore Road
Kolkata-700 027 ( India )
Tel: 033-24567075-89
Fax: 033-24567090
www.woodlands-hosp.com
Westbank Hospital
Andul Road
Howrah-711 109
Tel: 033-26448673 / 26448888 / 26445516
Fax: 033-26448673
www.westbankhealth.org
Minimally Invasive Surgery & Therapeutic Endoscopy
Apollo Hospitals Group
58, Canal Circular Road
Kolkata-700 054 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-23585211-15
Fax: +91- 33-23585218 / 23585198
www.apollohospitals.com
Batra Hospital & Medical Research Centre
1, Tughlakabad Institutional Area
Mehrauli Badarpur Road
New Delhi-110 062 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 26057284
Fax: +91-11- 26057284 / 29957661
www.batrahospitaldelhi.org
Breach Candy Hospital Trust
60-A, Bhulabhai Desai Road
Mumbai-400 026 (India)
Tel: +91- 22-23671888 / 23672888 / 23667555
Fax: +91- 22-23680750 / 23672666
www.breachcandyhospital.org
Escorts Hospital
Neelam Bata Road
Faridabad-121 001 (Haryana) ( India )
Tel: +91- 129-2416096 / 2416097 / 2426590 / 5009999
Fax: +91- 129-2416260 / 2426586 / 5009973
www.ehirc.com
Fortis Healthcare Limited
B-22, Sector-62
Noida-201 301 (Uttar Pradesh) ( India )
Tel: +91-120-2400222 / 3945603-5
Fax: +91-120-2402031
www.fortishealthcare.com
G Kuppuswamy Naidu Memorial Hospital
Post Box No. 6327
Pappanaickenpalayam
Coimbatore-641 037 ( India )
Tel: +91- 422-2213501-07 / 2211000
Fax: +91- 422-2213509
Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre
15, Dr. G. Deshmukh Marg
Mumbai-400 026 ( India)
Tel: +91- 22-56573333 / 56573313 / 56573321
Fax: +91- 22-24950508 / 23520508
www.jaslokhospital.net
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital Limited
P.B.No.3209, Avanashi Road
Coimbatore-641 014 (Tamil Nadu) ( India )
Tel: +91- 422-2627781 / 2627784-90
Fax: +91- 422-2627782
www.kmchonline.com
Manipal Hospital
98, Rustam Baugh
Airport Road
Bangalore-560 017 (India)
Tel: +91- 80-25266646 / 25268901 / 25202269 / 25202271
www.manipalhospital.org
Max Devki Devi Heart & Vascular Institute
2 Press Enclave Road
Saket
New Delhi-110 017 ( India )
Tel: +91-11-26515858
Fax: +91-11-26565060
P.D.Hinduja National Hospital & Medical Research
Centre
Veer Savarkar Marg
Mahim
Mumbai-400 016 ( India )
Tel: +91- 22-24451515 / 24452222 / 24449199 / 24447718-19
Fax: +91- 22-24449151
www.hindujahospital.com
Rockland Hospital
B-33-34, Qutab Institutional Area
New Delhi-110 016 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 51688752-64 / 51222222
Fax: +91-11- 51688765
www.rocklandhospital.com
Ruby General Hospital Limited
Kasba Golpark
E M Bypass
Kolkata-700 107 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-24420291 / 24426091 / 24420857 / 24420887
Fax: +91- 33-24426577
Ruby Hall Clinic
40, Sassoon Road
Post Box No.70
Pune-411 001 (India)
Tel: +91- 020-26123391-92 / 56065368
Fax: +91- 020-26124529
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Marg
Rajinder Nagar
New Delhi-110 060 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 25861463 / 25730501 / 25721800
Fax: +91-11- 25864754 / 26257816
www.sgrh.com
Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute
No.1, Ramachandra Nagar
Porur
Chennai-600 116 (India)
Tel: +91- 44-24768403 / 24765997 / 24761549-50 / 24768027-29
Fax: +91- 44-24767008 / 24765995
www.srmc.edu
The Bombay Hospital Trust
1402/03, Raheja Centre
Nariman Point
Mumbai-400 021 (India)
Tel: +91- 22-22820240
Fax: +91- 22-22875380 / 22079485
Tata Memorial Hospital
Dr. E. Borges Road , Parel,
Mumbai-400012 ( India )
Tel: 022-24177000 / 24146750
Fax: 022- 241469937
www.tatamemorialcentre.com
Wockhardt Hospitals
Mulund Goregaon Link Road
Mumbai-400 078 ( India )
Tel: +91-22-55994444 / 55994400
Fax: +91-22-55994242
www.wockhardthospitals.com
Woodlands Medical Centre Limited
8/5, Alipore Road
Kolkata-700 027 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-24567075-89
Fax: +91- 33-24567090
www.woodlands-hosp.com
Westbank Hospital
Andul Road
Howrah-711 109 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-26448673 / 26448888 / 26445516
Fax: +91- 33-26448673
Oncology
Apollo Hospitals Group
Jubilee Hills
Hyderabad-500 033 ( India )
Tel: +91- 40-23608850 / 23607777
Fax: +91- 40-23608050
www.apollohospitals.com
Batra Hospital & Medical Research Centre
1, Tughlakabad Institutional Area
Mehrauli Badarpur Road
New Delhi-110 062 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 26057284
Fax: +91-11- 26057284 / 29957661
www.batrahospitaldelhi.org
Fortis Healthcare Limited
Plot No.7, Block 22
W.E.A. Karol Bagh
New Delhi-110 005 ( India )
Tel: +91-11-25815145-7 / 25716781
Fax: +91-11-25745267 / 25815148
www.fortishealthcare.com
G Kuppuswamy Naidu Memorial Hospital
Post Box No. 6327
Pappanaickenpalayam
Coimbatore-641 037 ( India )
Tel: +91- 422-2213501-07 / 2211000
Fax: +91- 422-2213509
Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre
15, Dr. G. Deshmukh Marg
Mumbai-400 026 ( India )
Tel: +91- 22-56573333 / 56573313 / 56573321
Fax: +91- 22-24950508 / 23520508
www.jaslokhospital.net
K G Hospital
No.5, Government Arts College Road
Coimbatore-641 018 ( India )
Tel: +91- 422-2212121-29 / 2218001-09
Fax: +91- 422-2211212
www.kghospital.com
Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre
A-791, Bandra Reclamation
Bandra (West)
Mumbai-400 050 (India)
Tel: +91- 22-26438281 / 26455891 / 26421111 / 26552222
Fax: +91- 22-26451809 / 26407655
www.lilavatihospital.com
Manipal Hospital
98, Rustam Baugh
Airport Road
Bangalore-560 017 (India)
Tel: +91- 80-25266646 / 25268901 / 25202269 / 25202271
www.manipalhospital.org
Mallya Hospital
No.2, Vittal Mallya Road
Bangalore-560 001 (India)
Tel: +91- 80-22277979
Fax: +91- 80-22242326
www.mallyahospital.net
P.D.Hinduja National Hospital & Medical Research
Centre
Veer Savarkar Marg
Mahim
Mumbai-400 016 (India)
Tel: +91- 22-24451515 / 24452222 / 24449199 / 24447718-19
Fax: +91- 22-24449151
www.hindujahospital.com
Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre
Sector-V
Rohini
New Delhi-110 085 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 27051011-32
Fax: +91-11- 27051037
www.rgci.org
Rockland Hospital
B-33-34, Qutab Institutional Area
New Delhi-110 016 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 51688752-64 / 51222222
Fax: +91-11- 51688765
www.rocklandhospital.com
Ruby General Hospital Limited
Kasba Golpark
E M Bypass
Kolkata-700 107 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-24420291 / 24426091 / 24420857 / 24420887
Fax: +91- 33-24426577
Ruby Hall Clinic
40, Sassoon Road
Post Box No.70
Pune-411 001 (India)
Tel: +91- 020-26123391-92 / 56065368
Fax: +91- 020-26124529
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Marg
Rajinder Nagar
New Delhi-110 060 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 25861463 / 25730501 / 25721800
Fax: +91-11- 25864754 / 26257816
www.sgrh.com
The Bombay Hospital Trust
1402/03, Raheja Centre
Nariman Point
Mumbai-400 021 (India)
Tel: +91- 22-22820240
Fax: +91- 22-22875380 / 22079485
www.bombayhospital.com
Wockhardt Hospitals
Mulund Goregaon Link Road
Mumbai-400 078 ( India )
Tel: +91-22-55994444 / 55994400
Fax: +91-22-55994242
www.wockhardthospitals.com
Woodlands Medical Centre Limited
8/5, Alipore Road
Kolkata-700 027 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-24567075-89
Fax: +91- 33-24567090
www.woodland-hosp.com
Westbank Hospital
Andul Road
Howrah-711 109 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-26448673 / 26448888 / 26445516
Fax: +91- 33-26448673
www.westbankhealth.org Cosmetology
The Cosmetic Surgery Institute
169, St. Andrew's Road
Opp. Macronells Roof Garden
Bandra (W)
Mumbai-400 050
Tel: 022-26405578 / 26456045
Fax: 022-26557990
Email: cosmodoc1@yahoo.co.in
www.csisite.com
Holistic Healthcare
Soukya International Holistic Health Centre
Soukya Road
Samethanahalli
Whitefield Road
Bangalore-560 067
Tel: 080- 7945001/ 04
Fax: 080-7945010
www.soukya.com
Arya Vaidya Sala
Vaidyaratnam PS Varier's
Arya Vaidyasala, Kottakal
Kerala ?676503 ( India )
Tel: 0483-2742216-19 / 2742561-64
Fax: 0483-2742210/2742572
www.aryavaidyasala.com
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Marg
Rajinder Nagar
New Delhi-110 060 ( India )
Tel: +91-11- 25861463 / 25730501 / 25721800
Fax: +91-11- 25864754 / 26257816
www.sgrh.com
The Bombay Hospital Trust
1402/03, Raheja Centre
Nariman Point
Mumbai-400 021 (India)
Tel: +91- 22-22820240
Fax: +91- 22-22875380 / 22079485
Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute
No.1, Ramachandra Nagar
Porur
Chennai-600 116 (India)
Tel: +91- 44-24768403 / 24765997 / 24761549-50 / 24768027-29
Fax: +91- 44-24767008 / 24765995
www.srmc.edu
Woodlands Medical Centre Limited
8/5, Alipore Road
Kolkata-700 027 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-24567075-89
Fax: +91- 33-24567090
www.woodland-hosp.com
Westbank Hospital
Andul Road
Howrah-711 109 ( India )
Tel: +91- 33-26448673 / 26448888 / 26445516
Fax: +91- 33-26448673
www.westbankhealth.org
Research in Medicine
Hi Tech Healing
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine is now commonplace. As it involves
use of radioactive isotopes in very small doses in diagnosing
and treatment of diseases, radioactive medicine injected
or administered orally and the distribution in the organ
is scanned using a Gamma camera. Tariffs are low starting
from Rs.4000 for Thallium rest (SPECT), Rs.1800 for
lung perfusion and venogram of upper or lower limbs,
Rs.14000 for Ventilation study, Rs.1500 for a whole
body skeletal study and Rs.700 for Tc-99m Thyroid scan.
Various non-cardiac planar/SPECT studies for bone, thyroid,
liver and lungs scanning functions are performed at
specialized centers in India. Diagnostic imaging of
the brain, stomach, kidneys, heart, adrenal glands as
well as sites of occult infection with the help of sophisticated
Gamma Camera with topographic facilities linked to computer
systems can also be performed at many of these centers.
Privatization of the Medicare sector
The privatization of the Medicare sector has brought
with it five-star facilities and world-class treatments.
The country can now boast of a number of corporate hospitals.
India is a source market for professionals in the medical
field for many renowned hospitals around the world.
Hi-tech medical facilities have become a necessity following
consumer demand among the world's fastest growing middle
class. India offers a range of world quality hospitals
and treatments at a fraction of world costs, with comparable
success rates and service levels directly in proportion
to the high-value system and natural caring that comes
with its heritage. Indian hospitals are becoming known
internationally for standards of health care delivery
comparable to the best in the world. India has the technology
and the skilled super-specialists coupled with sound
infrastructure and professional management, nurses and
paramedical staff to take on international competition.
Major hospitals in Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad and New
Delhi have recorded a 12% patient flow from neighboring
and South East Asian countries. This is because people
have realized that they can now have access to international
quality Medicare in India, at 10% of the international
cost. The average cost of a cardiac surgery at the best
hospital is only US$ 4,500 with a success rate of 98.5%,
which is comparable to the best institutions in the
world. A bone marrow transplant costs an unbelievable
US$ 20,000.
Technologies for the new millennium including electrocardiography
through conferencing will soon be introduced in India,
making it feasible for doctors to benefit from the advice
of other experts.
Indian doctors recently performed the country's first
robot-assisted heart surgery which reduces the risk
and trauma associated with critical conditions. This
operation, performed at The Escorts Health Institute
and Research Center (EHIRC) is incidentally, the first
of its kind in any developing nation.
Pioneering Institutions
Apollo Hospitals
The Apollo Heart Hospitals have eight state-of-the-art
cath labs. Plain balloon angioplasty, directional coronary
arthectomy, rotabulatory coronary artery stating, intravascular
ultra sound valvuloplasty and non-surgical closure of
heart holes are performed. It is India's,
First hospital to perform an angioplasty in 1989.
First successful case in Asia for Directional coronary
arthectomy.
Performed first four cases in the country for rotablators
for coronary occlusion.
Successful completion of 20,000 open-heart surgeries
with 98.50 per cent success.
B.M. Birla Heart Research Center
B. M. Birla Heart Research Center in Calcutta is a super
specialty hospital dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis,
treatment and research related to cardio-vascular diseases.
It has established itself as India's most advanced heart
center. In addition to Indians, it has treated patients
from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Mauritius, Hongkong,
Kenya and other neighboring countries. The center has
a special interest in the advanced field of cardiac
surgery, especially reconstructive operations on infants.
Its achievements include:
First ever jet-hole surgery to close a hole in the heart.
First Dynamic Cardiomyoplasty in Asia.
First in Asia to perform angioplasty from wrist in the
field of Interventional Cardiology.
First in India to perform Open Heart Surgery on a 9-day
old baby weighing 2.5 kg extensively in the area of
Cardiac Surgery.
First time in India, the falling heart of an adult was
supported with artificial heart and mechanical circulation
for 100 hours.
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi
AIIMS contribution in the fields of medical education,
research and specialized treatment is widely acknowledged.
The main object of the institute is to demonstrate high
standard of medical education, training of personnel
and conduct experiments and research in various disciplines
of medical sciences.
Hi Tech Healing
The health care sector in India has witnessed an enormous
growth in infrastructure in the private and voluntary
sector. The private sector, which was very modest in
the early stages, has now become a flourishing industry
equipped with the most modern state-of-the-art technology
at its disposal. It is estimated that 75-80% of health
care services and investments in India are now provided
by the private sector. An added plus had been that India
has one of the largest pharmaceutical industries in
the world. It is self sufficient in drug production
and exports drugs to more than 180 countries.
Bone Marrow Transplant
Major hospitals in India have oncology units comprising
surgical oncology, medical and radiation therapy as
well as the crucial Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT).
The BMT unit with high-pressure Hipa filters has helped
achieve a very high success rate in the various types
of transplantation.
Cord Blood Transplant and Mismatched Allogeneic Stem
Cell Transplant have been performed successfully, a
feat that is remarkable and significant, considering
the fact that the treatment costs one-tenth of what
it does in the west. Special surgeons are available
for individual organs. Plastic surgeons of repute provide
treatment for head and neck cancer, breast cancer and
other malignancies. Facilities offered include tele-therapy,
which includes simulation work stations to ensure high
precision and safety during treatment at the 18 MV linear
accelerator or telecobalt machines, brachy therapy and
3-D planning systems. In orthopedics, the Ilizarov technique
is practiced for the treatment of limb deformities,
limb shortening and disfiguration.
Cardiac Care
Cardiac care has become a specialty in India with institutions
like the Escorts Heart Institute and Research Centre,
All India Institute of Medical Sciences and Apollo Hospital
becoming names to reckon with. They combine the latest
innovations in medical electronics with unmatched expertise
in leading cardiologists and cardio-thoracic surgeons.
These centres have the distinction of providing comprehensive
cardiac care spanning from basic facilities in preventive
cardiology to the most sophisticated curative technology.
The technology is contemporary and world class and the
volumes handled match global benchmarks. They also specialise
in offering surgery to high-risk patients with the introduction
of innovative techniques like minimally invasive and
robotic surgery.
Renowned Indian hospitals like Apollo and Escorts Heart
Institute are equipped to handle all phases of heart
diseases from the elementary to the latest clinical
procedures like interventional cardiac catharisation
and surgical cardiac transplants. Their success rate
at an average of 98.50% is at par with leading cardiac
centres around the world.
Leading heart centres like The Escorts Heart Institute
have Cardiac Care Units with sophisticated equipment
and investigative facilities like Echocardiography with
coloured Doppler, Nuclear Scanning and Coronary Angiographies.
The Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology in Bangalore, the
Cardiology Hospital in Kanpur, the Heart Hospital in
Calicut and the Sree Sudhindra Medical Mission Hospital
in Cochin are some hospitals in India devoted exclusively
to cardiac treatment.
Cosmetic Surgery
A new dimension of the medical field taking off in India
is cosmetic surgery, which utilises some of the latest
techniques in corrective procedures. Some disfigurations
corrected include hair restoration (hair implants, hair
flaps, and scalp reductions), rhinoplasty (reshaping
or re-contouring of the nose), stalling of the aging
process (face life, cosmetic eyelid surgery, brow lift,
sub-metal lipectomy for double chin), demabrasions (sanding
of the face,) otoplasty for protruding ears, chin and
cheek enlargement, lip reductions, various types of
breast surgery and reconstruction and liposuction.
Non-invasive surgical procedures like stereotactic radio
surgery and radiotherapy for brain tumours are practised
successfully.
Dialysis and Kidney Transplant
Common diseases like diabetes, hypertension and chronic
glomerulonephritis can lead to permanent loss of renal
functions - with dialysis and renal transplantation
being the frequent outcome. The emergence of new therapeutic
interventions has created opportunities in India to
manage the progression of renal diseases. Major hospitals
in India like Holy Family Hospital, Jaslok Hospital,
Apollo Hospital, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Batra Hospital,
Bombay Hospital and Hinduja Hospital have departments
of Nephrology and Organ Transplant equipped with the
latest computerised dialysis machines, reverse osmosis
water plant to provide pure and trace element-free water
supply, as well as state-of-the-art facilities in the
operating rooms and Transplant Intensive Care Units.
For those who need renal replacement therapy, the following
services are also available.
Hemodialysis
Chronic Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)
Transplantation
In addition to the basic haemodialysis facilities, the
patients' requirements for other modalities of treatment
such as ----
Continuous Arterio-Venous Haemofilteration (CAVH)
Continuous Veno-Venous Haemofilteration (CVVH)
Continuous Cycler-Assisted Peritioneal Dialysis (CCPD)
Are also available. Patients can also avail of the
bicarbonate dialysis facility at these centres. Round
the clock service is available at these hospitals for
the critically ill patients in the intensive care units
who may need fluid, electrolyte management and renal
supportive therapy.
The cost of getting a dialysis is around Rs.1700 to
Rs.1800 per dialysis whereas the same costs about $
300 in the U.S.A. Similarly a kidney transplant package
in India is available for around Rs.3 Lakhs, which is
comparatively much cheaper than what it would cost abroad.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Leading Indian hospitals with gynaecology departments
and women's hospitals have facilities for the prevention
and early detection of gynaecological disorders. Many
hospitals have women check-up programmes designed to
detect the earliest signs of disorders of the breast
and the organs of reproduction as well as catering to
the contraceptive needs of women. A mammogram, an ultrasound
of the pelvis and a pap smear of the cervix are an integral
part of any good medical check-up for women. Specialist
medical as well as surgical care is available for all
types of gynaecological problems like menstrual abnormalities,
prolapse, fibroids and other tumours of the uterus and
ovaries, tubal re-canalisation by microsurgery and care
of the infertile couple. State-of-the-art gynaecological
surgery is available with world-class equipment and
expertise using minimally invasive techniques.
Ectopic pregnancies, ovarian cysts and tumours, fibroids
endometriosis, tubal blocks and even hysterectomies
can be performed laparoscopically. Hospitals like Apollo
have state-of-the-art IVF labs backed by highly experienced
doctors who have been involved in the field of infertility
and assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART).
Full ranges of diagnostic procedures are available for
infertile couples.
Treatment for the disorders of ovulation,
Controlled ovarian stimulation,
Intra-Uterine Insemination (IUI),
Intra-Fallopian Tubal Insemination (IFI),
In Vitro Fertilization (VF)
Gamete Intra-Fallopian Transfer (GIFT)
Embryo Transfer (ET)
Zygote Intra-Fallopian Transfer (ZIFT)
Sperm donation
Freezing egg / oocyte donation
Replacement of frozen embryos
Full range of treatment of male infertility including
micromanipulation technology
Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
Surrogacy
The emphasis is on optimising each couple's chance
of achieving a pregnancy by combining the best scientific
and medical practice with the highest standard of care.
Joint Replacement Surgery
Shoulder/hip replacement and bilateral knee replacement
surgery using the most advanced keyhole or endoscopic
surgery and anthroscopy is done at several hospitals
in India including the Apollo Hospital, Sir Ganga Ram
Hospital and Holy Family Hospital in Delhi, Bombay Hospital,
Leelavati and Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai and the Madras
Institute of Orthopaedics and Trauma Sciences. Some
hospitals like Apollo in Delhi have Operation Theatres
with Laminar Air Flow System, which compares with the
best in the USA and the UK. A knee joint replacement
costs only a quarter of what it costs in the UK
Neurosurgery & Trauma Surgery
Other routine procedures performed with excellent results
are replacement arthroplasty, diagnostic and operative
arthroscopy, spinal surgeries including. Harrington
Rod Instrumentation for scoliosis, corrective and reconstructive
procedure for poliomyelitis and cerebral palsy, micro
cascular surgical procedures and automated percutaneous
lumbar distectomy.
In addition, the advanced Luque technique is employed
for the correction of complex scoliosis, and decompression
and stabilisation of fractures of dorsal and lumbar
spine with paraplegia, by neurosurgeons with excellent
training and background.
Many super-speciality hospitals in India like AIIMS,
Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Vidya Sagar Institute of
Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bombay Hospital, Jaslok
Hospital, Nizam Institute of Mental Health and Neuro
Sciences and Apollo Hospitals have advanced facilities
devoted to the treatment of the entire range of brain
and spinal disorders with highly experienced neurosurgeons,
neurologists, Neuro-anaesthetists and Neuro-radiologists.
Treatment of intra- and juxta-cranial, spinal tumours
and vascular malformations, aneurysms and thrombolysis
for brain attacks are done at these centres. Hospitals
like Apollo employ state-of-the-art LINAC-based stereotactic
radio surgery system outside the USA. The Clinic 6000SR
Linear Accelerator with XKNIFE system is a highly sophisticated
computer-driven technology used for removal of appropriately
selected brain tumours, arteriovenous malformations
and other abnormalities.
Osteoporosis
Several drug therapies now easily available in the market
have been shown to be clinically effective in slowing
down or reversing the bone-loss process. Leading hospitals
in India are well equipped to detect and treat bone
loss in its earliest states, so as to prevent the disease
or lessen its impact. Doctors in leading hospitals have
the expertise for the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis
that involves an objective, quantifiable measurement
of the patient's bone mass or bone density. Advanced
technology called the DXA for bone densitometry is available.
During a comprehensive bone valuation with DXA, the
patient lies comfortably still on a padded table while
the DXA unit scans one or more areas, usually the fractured
spine or the hip. The entire process takes only minutes
to scan depending on the number of sites scanned. It
involved no injections or invasive procedures and the
patient remains fully clothed.
Preventive Health Care
Preventive health care has been introduced for the first
time in the country by Apollo Hospitals with hospitals
in the metros of Hyderabad, Chennai and Delhi, within
easy international air access. The professional chain
also pioneered the concept of lifestyle clinics, established
the first organ registry in the country and introduced
non-invasive technique for treatment of lesions and
tumours of the brain - Stereotactic Radio Surgery and
Radiotherapy in the country. It recently installed a
state of the art Cobalt Unit. Apollo Heart Hospital
provides a complete network for cardiac patients. It
has a total bed capacity of 500 beds distributed between
Apollo Chennai, Hyderabad and Delhi. Apollo is linked
to the Mayo Clinic and the Minneapolis Heart Institute,
a premier heart institute led by the team of doctors
who pioneered the Jarvik artificial heart.
Probably the greatest conceptual advance of this century
in Therapeutic Oncology is the principle of the elimination
of the neoplastic process with conservation of both
anatomy and physiology. Outstanding examples are conservation
of limbs in Osteosarcoma, preservation of female breast
in malignancies of the organ and the saving of the larynx
in laryngeal cancer by a multimodal approach in management.
Equally amazing has been the cure of certain acute leukaemia
by Bone marrow transplantation.
Imaging with MRI, a hypertension research centre and
facilities for haemodialysis and kidney transplantation
are available at Akila Hospitals at Trichy. The hospital
boasts a transplant team with 8 specialists, bone marrow
transplant team along with five specialists on call
to Sri Lanka, Sharjah, Kuwait and major Indian cities.
In Chennai, the Vijaya Heart Foundation's 79 beds have
a state of the art cardiology and cardio-thoracic surgical
unit manned by competent and experienced staff. The
Vijaya Health Centre with 270 beds offers diagnostic
facilities in laboratory, X-ray, ultrasound, treadmill,
Endoscopy. C.T. Scan, M.R.I. and nuclear medicine.
Refractive Surgery
Refractive surgery is gaining popularity in India both
among the public as well as among ophthalmologists.
Till a few years ago only a few centres performed high
volume radial keratotomy. Today, the highest international
quality of eye care for cornea, cataract, squint and
glaucoma is available in over 40 centres all over India.
When it comes to reliability, India has the best ophthalmic
surgeons with clinico-academic expertise honed to perfection
in the best possible institutions. Apollo Hospital,
Gurunanak Eye Centre, Dr. Rajindra Prasad Centre For
Ophthalmic Sciences and Mohan Eye Centre in Delhi, Shankar
Naytralaya in Chennai, L. V. Prasad hospital in Hyderabad
are just some of the more popular eye care hospitals.
The No Stitch Cataract Surgery with the most modern
way of removing cataract through the use of Phacoemulsification
procedure can be performed in India for as little as
Rs. 20,000, for both the eyes, whereas the same surgery
costs $ 45,000 in the USA. Facilities for PRK, myopia
and astigmatism are now available in almost all parts
of the country. Hyperopic and LASIK are available and
even supra hard cataracts are treated using just 1 mm
incision instead of the 3 mm incision size. Photo-refractive
keratectomy or PRK treats the surface of the cornea
with the Excimer laser while LASIK treats the inner
tissue of the cornea. For this reason, with LASIK there
is less area to heal, less risk of scarring, less risk
of corneal haze, less post-operative pain and vision
often returns very rapidly.
Urology
Several super specialty hospitals in India offer comprehensive
Urologic services to diagnose and treat stone disease,
Urologic cancer, incontinence, infertility, impotency
and other urinary difficulties. Advanced methods such
as lithotripsy for treating kidney and ureteric stones
without surgery are available with complementary methods
of treating stones endoscopically. Advanced machines
like the Lithostar obvert the need for anaesthesia in
the treatment of kidney and ureteric stones. High tech
facilities for the treatment of prostate, bladder cancers,
urethral strictures are also available. Investigation
and treatment facilities for impotence and male/female
infertility exist with specialized facilities for pharmacotherapy,
cavernosometry and cavernosography, in addition to doppler
studies for the assessment of blood flow.
Vascular Surgery
Removal of the gall bladder, the spleen, the bowel and
other organs like the adrenals, an operation for prolapse
rectum and hiatus hernia repair have become fairly commonplace
in almost all the major speciality hospitals in India.
Experts are easily available and accessible and the
workload at most of these hospitals ensures that the
doctors have enormous experience. High intensive care
treatment at much cheaper rates than in the west is
available at most of these centres.
SPAs
Spas In Kerala
Kerala, God's own country, is the home & centre
of Ayurveda the ancient medicine practice in India.
Among the backwaters & the coconut groves there
are quite a handful of SPAs & health resorts to
every traveller's taste.
Aranya Nivas
In Thekkady, take a break from elephant spotting and
lake cruises to enjoy some spa treatments at the picturesque
stone-cottage Aranya Nivas. There is a small pool as
well. The hotel offers numerous tour options in and
around the scenic Thekkady area.
Aranya Nivas, Thekkady, Kerala.
Tel: 91-4869] 22023, 22283, fax; 22282
E-mail: aranyanivas@vsnl.com
Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal
Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala is a charitable institution
offering authentic Ayurvedic medicines and treatments
to patients from all over India and abroad. The Arya
Vaidya Sala also manages one Ayurvedic Hospital at Kottakkal
in Kerala and another at Delhi, cultivates medicinal
plants, manufactures medicines, conducts research programmes,
publishes books and seminar reports on Ayurveda and
related subjects, and runs a Kathakali Academy. Apart
from a charitable Hospital it is also a research centre
and the medicines are produced in house. It also has
the facilities of online consulting, a library &
net cafe. They also have a branch in Delhi in Karkardooma.
Vaidyaratnam P. S. Varier's
Arya Vaidya Sala, Kottakkal,
Kerala, India - 676 503,
Tel: 91 - 483 - 2742216, 17, 18, 19/ 2742561, 62, 63,
64
Fax: 91 - 483 - 2742210 / 2742572
E-mail: mail@aryavaidyasala.com
Arya Vaidya Sala Kottakal
Ayurvedic Hospital & Research Centre
18X, 19X, Institutional Area
Karkardhooma, Delhi - 110 092.
Tel: 91-11-22376534-37,22376553,22376554,22376556
Fax: 91-11-22370160
Coconut Lagoon
At the private and upscale Coconut Lagoon (accessible
only by boats), run by the same group at Kumarakom,
there's a sense of style and tradition in the construction
of the Heritage Bungalows and Heritage Mansions set
in verdant lawns criss-crossed by canals and waterways.
The resort has fine spa facilities and treatments and
is an excellent jump-off point for backwater cruises.
This is a resort that has very much set the pace.
Coconut Lagoon, Kumarakom, Kerala. Casino Group, Cochin
Tel: [91-484] 266-8221, 266-6821, fax: 266-8001
E-mail: contactus@casinogroup.com, casino@vsnl.com
Website: www.casinogroup.com
Coconut Bay Beach Resort
A private beach resort near Kovalam, Kerala, South
India consisting of Nineteen comfortable deluxe cottages,
each with a fantastic view of the sea. Unmatched in
its classic charm... unforgettable for its natural beauty...
unexcelled in fine quality services... a truly distinctive
beach resort. Stay where you can walk miles of secluded
beach, yet only 30 minutes away from golf, entertainment,
and shopping. Set your course for The Coconut Bay Beach
resort ...simply the loveliest resort spot on the South
Indian coast. Coconut Bay is 6 km south of the world-renowned
Kovalam beach and just 19 km from the state capital
of Trivandrum.
Regular daily rate:
$50-100 per day
Packages
Special Summer Package from April 1 2003 to September
30 2003.
Package includes room, all taxes and breakfast for 2
adults
2 Nights/3 Days on Bed & Breakfast $113
Extra person (per day) with breakfast $20
3 Nights/4 Days on Bed & Breakfast $167
4 Nights/5 Days on Bed & Breakfast $224
DEVAKI HEALTH CARE CENTRE
Company Background:
Devaki Health Care Centre is one of the premier institute
in Kerala engaged in Kerala System of Massage Therapy,
Massage Therapy, according to the ancient Sanskrit text
Ashtanga Hrudaya, will preserve and promote positive
health and prevent and cure diseases.
Their Specialisation:
1. OIL MASSAGE & BATH (Abhyanga Snanam)
2. PINDA SWEDA (Njavarakizhi).
3. KAYASEKA (Pizhichll).
FOR FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT:
http://www.richsoft.com/dhanwantari
contact person: Mr.C.P.N. Nair
Kalyani mandiram drive opposite Tagore theatre Vazhuthacaud
Trivandrum, Kerala
India - 695010
Tel: 91-471-326022, 91-471-324173
Fax: 91-471-333451
E-mail: ayurveda_devaki@epages.webindia.com
Karaleeyam
Kerala is one of the greenest stretches of land in
the world situated in the South Western tip of India
in Asia. Kerala can boast of bright and sunny weather
and refreshing rain. Alappuzha (Alleppey) is the gateway
to the famed backwaters of Kerala, one of the largest
and most picturesque water lagoons in the world.
Alappuzha (Alleppey) is 1? hours drive by road from
Cochin Airport or 3 hours from Trivandrum International
Airport. A 15 minute boat-cruise from Alappuzha (Alleppey)
boat-jetty takes you to Keraleeyam.
Keraleeyam is a Heritage Home and Ayurvedic Resort,
located at a breathtakingly beautiful spot facing the
backwaters.Keraleeyam is housed in a traditional, tiled
Kerala home built 70 years back. The environment is
green, healthy with dense vegetation making the air
Oxygen rich.The calm and quiet atmosphere at Keraleeyam
is ideal place to unwind , rest and relax.
KERALEEYAM
Heritage Home And Ayurvedic Resort,
Thathampally P.O., Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kerala- India
(Only 2 hours by road from Cochin International Airport
or
3 hours by road fromTrivandrum InternationalAirport)
Telephone: 91-0477-231468/236950
Fax: 91-0477-251068
Email: mail@keraleeyam.com
Kayaloram Lake Resort
The Kayaloram Lake Resort on Vemband Lake, near Alleppey,
has just four wooden bungalows with tile floors and
coir rugs. These are traditional tharavad houses, revived
and set to a new purpose. The place is all dark teakwood.
The therapies include gentle massages and panchkarma,
with its vigorous enemas. Get prepared. Situated on
an exclusive stretch of prime water front, fringed by
coconut palms and caressed by a gentle breeze. Kayaloram
is like a page out of a history book. Kayaloram has
been classified as Heritage Resort by the Government
of India. Kayaloram is 15 minutes off Alleppey town
and is accessible by road and water.
Kayaloram Lake Resort, Alleppey, Kerala.
Tel: [91-477] 231-573, fax: 231-571
E-mail: kayaloram@satyam.net.in
Website: www.kayaloram.com
Tariff: Rates from US$60. Weeklong ayurvedic packages
from US$1,200 for two.
Regular daily rate:
$53-86 per day
Rejuvenation Holiday
Two nights at Kayaloram Resort full board with ayurvedic
massage for two persons -- $ 160 Extra USD 25/- will
be charged as New Year supplementary charges from Dec.
21st to Jan. 5th
Best Of The Back Waters
One night at Kayaloram Resort &
One night on a house boat for 2 persons full board --
$230
Above rates are inclusive of:
One Double Room on Twin Sharing Basis plus Food (Food
includes breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Extra Persons:
Children below 05 years free.
Malabar House
The two-century-old Malabar House, with its 12 quaint
rooms featuring antique furniture and propah four-poster
beds, also offers serves up lip-smacking Italian dishes.
The house speciality is kalari, which involves medicinal
oils. These improve circulation and can alleviate headaches,
back pain and arthritis.
Malabar House, Cochin, Kerala. Tel: [91-484] 216-666,
fax: 217-777
E-mail:info@malabarhouse.com
Website: www.malabarhouse.com
Tariff: Rates from US$175. Weeklong ayurvedic package
from US$1,000 for two.
Marari Beach
The Marari Beach, run by the fast-expanding Casino
Group at Mararikulam, Kerala, is spread over 25 expansive
acres of seafront sand and garden. The 52 cottages are
positioned to afford maximum privacy and space.
Marari Beach, Mararikulam, Kerala. Casino Group, Cochin
Tel: [91-484] 266-8221, 266-6821, fax: 266-8001
E-mail: contactus@casinogroup.com, casino@vsnl.com
Website: www.casinogroup.com
Spice Village
Further up the hills in the green tea estates and jungles
surrounding Periyar Lake and its elephants is Casino's
Spice Village. It's back to basics here but in comfort.
As the hotel likes to point out, "Air conditioning?
Unnecessary? piped music is no substitute for birdsong."
There are 52 cottages set in eight generous acres of
hillside.
Spice Village, Periyar, Kerala. Casino Group, Cochin
Tel: [91-484] 266-8221, 266-6821, fax: 266-8001
E-mail: spicevillage@vsnl.net, contactus@casinogroup.com,
casino@vsnl.com
Website: www.casinogroup.com
Somatheeram
The award-winning Somatheeram near Kovalam is a popular
name for ayurvedic treatment. The resort comprises 60
cottages constructed on 18 acres of landscaped hillside.
There are pleasant views out over the sea. Somatheeram
is a dedicated Ayurveda sanctuary with several treatments
rooms and an army of skilled therapists. Treatments
run from upwards of just US$5 and weeklong packages
with stay and treatment are from US$1,300 up.
Somatheeram: Kovalam, Kerala.
Tel: [91-471] 268-1001, fax: 267-600
E-mail: somatheeram@vsnl.com
Website: www.somatheeram.com
Tariff: Double from US$70
Samudra Beach Garden
And at Tiruvananthapuram, if you can pronounce it, the
Surya Samudra Beach Garden offers traditional tharavad
houses with 25 guestrooms. There is, however, a modern
infinity pool set in granite along with an ayurvedic
centre that offers, among other things, a "bone
shaking" massage. Well there it is. Shake a leg.
Or rattle some bone.
Surya Samudra Beach Garden, Trivandrum, Kerala.
Tel: [91-471] 267-333, fax: 267-124
E-mail: info@suryasamudra.com
Website: www.suryasamudra.com
Tariff: Rates from US$80.
SPAs in North India
Ananda - In The Himalayas
A fashionable spot in which to unwind and literally
get high. This wellness sanctuary situated in a restored
royal palace in the Himalayan foothills claims, among
other things, to have the world's oldest billiards table.
It offers a blend of therapeutic treatments based on
traditional Ayurveda, yoga and meditation. The spa also
offers the latest European and Thai treatments to purify
the body and soothe the senses. There are 20 therapy
rooms along with yoga venues, and hydrotherapy, relaxation
and fitness areas. Perched in the hills above the holy
city of Rishikesh on the Ganges, Ananda is a short day's
drive, 260km from Delhi. If your wallet is up to it,
charter a helicopter, or fly to Dehradun and do the
one-hour scenic drive up. Among the treatment options
are, the signature "Ananda Touch" focusing
on the shoulders, neck and upper back, and the ayurvedic
"Panchkarma", a five-way therapy to correct
imbalances.
Ask for an Ananda "Monsoon Delight" package,
available from 10 July till 15 September 2003. This
offers substantial discounts on rooms, food and treatments
as well as additional free nights.
Ananda
The Palace Estate Narendra Nagar
Tehri - Garhwal Uttaranchal - 249 175 India
Tel: 91-1378-227-500
Ananda in the Himalayas. New Delhi office
Tel: [91-11] 2689-9999, Fax: 2613-1066
E-mail: sales@anandaspa.com
Website: www.anandaspa.com
Tariff : Rates from US$270 single and $300 double,
Deluxe Room, Palace View.
Viceregal Suite US$1,100.
Special discounts on the "Monsoon Package"
10 July till 15 September, 2003.
Devi Garh
Comfortably hidden in the folds of the Aravali Hills,
the restored 18th Century historic palace of Devi Garh
near Udaipur is an elegant retreat with modern interiors.
Located away from it all, in Rajasthan, this is an interesting
resort for a slow wind down. There is a Spa offering
ayurvedic therapies utilising medicated oils and herbal
mixtures to alleviate stress. The facilities include
a gym, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi and beauty parlour.
Devi Garh, Udaipur, Rajasthan. New Delhi office
Tel: [91-11] 2372-2200, fax: 2371-8447
E-mail: reservations@deviresorts.com
Website: www.devigarh.com
Tariff : Garden Suite from US$175 double, Tent from
US$150
Milap Mansion
Hotel Milap Mansion is situated in the Shivalik ranges
at the Holy City of India Hardwar (Uttranchal) besides
the bank of river Ganges. It is only 100 mts from Bus
stand & Railway Station and nearly less than 1/2
km from Har-Ki-Pauri. We are the leading Hoteliers in
this city, we are famous for hospitality and service.
Our motto is to keep you in a homely comfort. Hotel
Milap Mansion organize special tour packages for site
seeing in Hardwar and around places, on request
This moderately priced and popular hotel is ideally
located in close proximity to main bathing ghats and
market. * Distance from Delhi Airport... 220 kms * Distance
from Hardwar
Regular daily rate:
$300-700 per day
Sunrise Chandra Health Resort, Ajmer, Rajasthan
In Rajasthan, if you're travelling by road or train
there are a number of holistic 'body shops' that you
can check out on the way from Delhi to Udaipur such
as the Sunrise Chandra Health Resort, near Ajmer. This
little resort offers a dazzling array of treatments.
There's the oxygen bath and Epson salt body massage,
acupuncture and acupressure, aromatherapy and whole
body massage employing five Kerala ayurvedic therapies.
Sunrise Chandra Health Resort
Delhi-Ajmer Bypass Highway, (Chandwaji D-Zone) Jaipur.
Rajasthan.
Tel: [91-141] 514-4166,5144366, fax: 223-1744
E-mail: sunrise_naturopathi@yahoo.co.in
SVAASA - Sunny View Arya Spa, Amritsar, Punjab
Still in the north, the SVAASA - Sunny View Arya Spa,
Amritsar, is a family-run place in a charming red-brick
colonial home with enough old world paraphernalia to
keep the most fastidious historian in cheer. A one-night
two-day single package here retails for around Rs6,800
including an ayurvedic doctor consultation, personalised
menu, massage and steam, herbal tea, yoga and half-day
sightseeing (including the Golden Temple).
SVAASA - Sunny View Arya Spa, Amritsar, Punjab
Tel: [91-183] 256-6618
E-mail: vishal@svaasa.com
Website: www.svaasa.com
SPAs by the Oberoi Group
Dotting the north and west of the country with excellent
facilities are a string of Oberoi Hotels (with spas
by Banyan Tree), much favoured by corporate jetsetters.
The Oberoi, New Delhi
In busy New Delhi, The Oberoi will work off your stress
with a range of 60-minute breaks employing aromatic,
Balinese, Hawaiian, and Thai massages, priced around
US$40. Or take a shorter break with a half hour marma
point facial, which is adapted from a traditional Indian
natural healing system. This facial stimulates vital
energy points on the head, face and ears with aromatic
oils and herbal products.
The Oberoi Group, 7 Sham Nath Marg, Delhi 110054.
Tel: [91-11] 2389-0505, fax: 2389-0568
E-mail: rchopra@eih-india.com
Website: www.oberoihotels.com
Amarvilas, Agra
If you're heading on to the home of the Taj Mahal,
pamper yourself at Amarvilas, where every suite has
a view of this magnificent Mughal monument to love.
The spa menu includes an extravagant essence of rice
massage where rice, warm buttermilk, herbal and aromatic
lotions are used to compelling effect. The "Noor-e-Taj"
is right royal three-hour experience that includes an
almond cleansing scrub, honey citrus wrap, Balinese
massage and an old-fashioned lavender milk bath.
Amarvilas, Agra.
Delhi head office reservations
Tel: [91-11] 2389-0505, fax: 2389-0568
Rajvilas, Jaipur, Rajasthan
In the pink city Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, is Rajvilas
where you can delight in a turmeric skin purifier or
rose sandalwood wrap - luxurious recipes used widely
by the royals of this desert state. After a day of storming
through Jaipur's fabulous sightseeing, don't miss out
on the "Spirit of Ayurveda" treatment, which
includes a sand bundle massage, shirodhara - an ancient
Ayurvedic practice, where a stream of sesame oil is
poured over your third eye, and a flower bath.
Rajvilas, Jaipur.
Delhi head office reservations
Tel: [91-11] 2389-0505, fax: 2389-0568
Vanyavilas, Ranthambore, Rajasthan
In Rajasthan, the Oberoi Group has two other resorts
- in the Ranthambore tiger reserve and in the haunting
lake city of Udaipur. In Ranthambore, the Vanyavilas
signature treatment is the guava scrub followed by a
luscious orange wrap, aromatic massage and a delicious
mint bath.
Vanyavilas, Ranthambore.
Delhi head office reservations
Tel: [91-11] 2389-0505, fax: 2389-0568
www.oberoihotels.com
Udaivilas, Udaipur, Rajasthan
And in the spa suites at Udaivilas in Udaipur, rejuvenation
and relaxation is on a royal scale. There are spectacular
views of Picchola Lake and the City Palace outside,
while inside, the awesomely-named "Royal Treasures"
will assail you with sandalwood and turmeric scrubs,
tomato body wraps, and a massage capped by a milk and
rose bath. Udaivilas, Udaipur.
Delhi head office reservations
Tel: [91-11] 2389-0505, fax: 2389-0568
www.oberoihotels.com
Wildflower Hall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Back in the rarefied environs of the Himalayas, near
the one-time summer capital of British India, Shimla,
is Oberoi's Wildflower Hall. Here, pine-scented mountain
air and nature take charge of your senses. While wild
lavender scrubs and geranium cream wraps are a must,
or try out the chakra head and shoulder massage to "centre
yourself". Then dive into "Himalayan Mysteries"
- lavender-scented scrub, Hawaiian massage, cleansing
facial and a fragrant jasmine bath.
Wild Flower Hall, Shimla.
Delhi head office reservations
Tel: [91-11] 2389-0505, fax: 2389-0568
www.oberoihotels.com
And The Oberoi, Mumbai is a good choice for spa treatments
in India's commercial capital.
Spas in South India
Bangalore, India's Garden City and Silicon Valley is
blessed with a temperate climate, great cuisine and
some good spas to boot.
Golden Palms Spa & Resort
The Golden Palms Spa & Resort is located on the
outskirts of the city in several acres of lush garden.
Accommodation features include a hypoallergenic pillow,
safety deposit boxes, minibar, and rooms with wheelchair
access. There's an extensive gym (with a ladies-only
area), a "cardio-theatre", aerobic studio,
Turkish hammams, steam rooms and Jacuzzi.
Golden Palms Spa & Resort, Bangalore
Tel: [91-80] 371-2222, Fax: [91-80] 371-0033
E-mail: info@goldenpalmsspa.com
The Angasana BangaloreHighly acclaimed, the Angasana
Bangalore (managed by Singapore-based Banyan Tree) is
located outside town and offers a variety of holistic,
therapeutic and customised spa programmes. These include
the Tomato Body Wrap for rejuvenating dry skin, the
Tangerine Body Wrap for soothing and smoothening skin,
the Honey and Sesame Scrub to exfoliate dead skin cells,
and the Blended Brush Scrub where exfoliation is carried
out with a combination of fresh milk, oatmeal, tamarind
and watermelon.
There are six massage pavilions, shielded from the elements
by bamboo screens, and adjoining alfresco showers. The
Roman pools (for hydrotherapy) are encased in one-way
glass windows that afford a splendid view of the landscaped
gardens and green lawns. We presume it's one-way. The
Angasana Spa treatments come with a hefty price tag,
but there are attractive spa and ayurvedic packages
that include room tariff, vegetarian meals, and a couple
of massages and spa treatments thrown in. The "Spa
Sabbatical" is US$260 per person for two nights
in a one-bedroom suite with breakfast, a spa package
and airport transfers.
Angasana Bangalore.
Tel: [91-80] 846-8893, fax: [91-80] 846-8897
E-mail: bangalore@angsana.com
Website: www.angsana.com
Tariff: "Spa Sabbatical" US$260 per person
two nights in a one-bedroom suite, breakfast and transfers,
till 31 December 2003.
INDUS VALLEY AYURVEDIC CENTRE
Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre (IVAC) is located on
a 25-acre farm, set amidst coconut groves and landscaped
gardens at the foot of the scenic Chamundi Hill.
Large wind chimes welcome you with their musical sounds,
to the main hospitality building, which is almost temple-like
in ambience with its cool white paint and clean marble
floors. Each room is unique and has a character all
its own.
The nearby treatment rooms include all modern conveniences
and the massage tables are specially designed and crafted
out of single pieces of wood. Its located at 130 km
from Bangalore
Regular daily rate
$20-120 per day
Packages
10 day weight loss package $738
Single $664
Ayurvedagram Heritage Wellness Centre
As you enter Ayurvedagram, it steals you away in to
a whole new world of ethnic charm. Taking you back by
over hundreds of years, this ethnic Ayurvedic Health
Resort has been transplanted from Kerala into 12 acres
of herbal garden at Bangalore, India's Garden City.
Ayurvedagram Ayurvedic Health resorts is an Ayurvedic
village with resident Ayurvedic physicians, Therapists,
Health Center, Dispensary, Yoga & Meditation Center,
heritage cottages, Veg Restaurant and an ever-attentive
service staff.
Ayurvedagram Heritage Wellness Center (earlier known
as Ayurgram Health Resort) is rated amongst the Top
Five Spas* or Ayurvedic Health resorts (Ayurvedic resorts)
in the country and provides authentic treatments in
Ayurveda for specific aliments such as Arthritis, Obesity,
Spondylitis, Cholesterol, Sinusitis, Peptic Ulcer etc.
The most distinctive feature of Ayurvedagram is its
Antique residential Cottages. The cottages have been
categorized into Standard, Deluxe, Luxury and Suite
to give our guests a variety to pick from.
Come to Ayurvedagram and experience the charm of Kerala,
and you will discover a new way of life.
Regular daily rate
$21-69 per day
SPAs by the Taj Group of Hotels
The Taj Group of Hotels are a polished presence not
only in business cities, but also in the spas and health
arena especially in Goa and Kerala.
The Taj Group.
Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Taj Fort Aguada Beach Resort, Goa
Built on the ramparts of a 16th Century Portuguese
fortress, the resort is part of a sprawling 88-acre
complex overlooking the Arabian Sea. Situated right
on the beach, the resort offers guests a unique opportunity
to relax in elegantly appointed villas and cottages,
serenaded by lapping waves.
The Aguada Hermitage, Goa.
Taj Group Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Taj Exotica, Goa
There are two other Taj hotels to choose from in Goa.
The Taj Exotica is perched on the southwest coast of
Goa, overlooking the Arabian Sea. It is situated on
56 acres of landscaped lawns, complete with tropical
plants and graceful palms.
Taj Exotica, Goa.
Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Taj Holiday Village, Goa
The Taj Holiday Village is a complex of terracotta-roof
Portuguese-Goan cottages, set amidst acres of palm-fringed
landscaped gardens just 45-minutes from the airport.
All three offer a range of treatments inspired by the
ocean. Try out bio-algae which is actually a detoxifying
treatment comprising skin brushing and gentle exfoliation
followed by a body wrap of warm seaweed algae gel, rich
in minerals and enzymes. This is claimed to be just
the recipe to boost metabolism and to eliminate toxins.
Or do a plantain leaf wrap. This helps to open pores,
induce perspiration, and eliminate toxins. "Body
Food" is a treatment to nourish your skin with
jojoba, calendula and sweet almond oil. "Awakening"
is a luscious 50-minute massage using a blend of essential
oils - rose, geranium, clove, lavender and even peppermint.
Taj Holiday Village, Goa.
Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Taj Fisherman's Cove, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Across on the east coast, fringing the Bay of Bengal,
the chic Spa Vyana at the plush Taj Fisherman's Cove,
Chennai (formerly Madras) is a superb choice. Rooms
have views of the sea and there are cottages as well.
The spa offers a vast array of therapies and options
from thalassotherapy (utilising seawater) and hydrotherapy
to hot stones, massage, wraps and facials. There is
a suite for couples to enjoy their treatments together
followed by a long soak surrounded by scented candles.
The Spa Vyana also offers video games and movies for
children to help you plunge into the oils and unguents,
undistracted.
Taj Fisherman's Cove, Chennai.
Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Taj Garden Retreat at Kumarakom, Kerala
However it is in the deep south, in Kerala, the state
called "God's Own Country", that spas and
Ayurveda really come into their own. The Taj group runs
some interesting properties here but one to check is
the Taj Garden Retreat at Kumarakom, straddling the
backwaters. This is an elegant and spacious retreat
well located for tours.
Taj Garden Retreat, Kumarakom, Kerala.
Tel: [91-481] 252-5711, fax: 2524371.
Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: retreat.kumarakom@tajhotels.com, trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Taj Garden Retreat, Thekkady, Kerala
Another quiet option is the Taj Garden Retreat, Thekkady.
Taj Garden Retreat , Thekkady, Kerala.
Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: retreat.thekkady@tajhotels.com, trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Taj Malabar, Willingdon Island, Cochin
The Taj Malabar on Willingdon Island, Cochin, runs
dedicated ayurvedic treatments at its stylish Tamara
Spa. On offer are three to seven-day rejuvenation packages.
Or choose from the extensive menu a la carte. The three-day
programme, single, starts from US$135. It includes,
treatments, yoga, and time for shopping and sightseeing.
Taj Malabar, Willingdon Island, Cochin, Kerala.
Mumbai (Bombay) head office reservations
Tel: [91-22] 2202-2626. Fax: [91-22] 2287-2719
E-mail: trn.mumbai@tajhotels.com
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Spas in West India
Goa, famous for its pristine sun-kissed coconut palm
fringed beaches by the peaceful Arabian Sea & the
thatched cottages in the sun & shade lattices on
the beaches is also home of some very famous SPAs.
Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa, Goa
An upscale "new" entrant in Goa is the rebranded
Hyatt Regency Goa Resort and Spa, which is now an upscale
Park Hyatt. The Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa is a 251-room
resort designed to mirror Goa's diverse cultural heritage.
The resort offers a laid-back Mediterranean atmosphere,
imitating the ambience of a Goan village with its series
of "pousadas". Rooms are contemporary with
verandahs or balconies and bathrooms feature sunken
baths and "rain showers". Some rooms have
their own private patch of garden. The Regency Club
is a tad more exclusive with butlers in attendance.
The resort's Sereno Spa offering ayurvedic and international
fare has its therapy pavilions arrayed around an inner
courtyard. And for kids there's Camp Hyatt and one of
the largest swimming pools in the country.
Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa, Arrossim Beach, Goa.
Tel [91-832] 272-1234, Fax: 272 -1235
E-mail: parkhyattgoa@hyattintl.com
Website: www.hyatt.com
Ayurvedic Natural Health Centre, Goa
Independent operators like the Ayurvedic Natural Health
Centre in Goa may not offer five-star frills but they
do have muscle bound, die-hard ayurvedic practitioners
versed in the five classic treatments called panchkarma.
These include vamana (emetics), virecana (laxatives),
basti (medicated enema), nasya (nasal cleansing), and
rakta mokshana (blood letting). That's right, bloodletting.
If your knees are knocking violently at all this and
you are not convinced, head to the Centre's New Age
aura imaging centre which will take before-and-after
snapshots of your chakra colours to make the point that
ayurveda can and will boost your energy levels.
Ayurvedic Natural Health Centre Pvt Ltd, Saligao, Bardez,
Goa.
Tel: [91-832] 240-9275, 240-9036
E-mail: info@healthandayurveda.com
The Leela, Goa
On the banks of the River Sal, The Leela Goa is set
on 75 luxurious acres along prime Arabian Sea beachfront.
All rooms face water and range from the Pavilions to
93sq m Lagoon Suites and four sumptuous 133sq m Royal
Villas. The Spa specialises in ayurvedic treatments
but also offers a buffet of yoga, Western spa therapies,
sauna, steam, a gym and massage. The resort is managed
by the Singapore-based General Hotels Management, which
also operates top-drawer properties like the Datai,
Langkawi.
The Leela Goa, A GHM hotel.
Tel: [91-832] 287-1234, Fax: 287-1352
E-mail: leela@ghmhotels.com
Website: www.ghmhotels.com/theleela/
Tariff: Pavilion Room, high season (October to December)
-- US$260
low season -- US$130
Christmas and New Year US$350.
The Club at The Leela, a private enclave (with separate
check-in) of 15 villas, some with private pools, will
launch on 15 December 2003.
POUSADA TAUMA
Welcome to a quaint, charming world of its own; a sort
of distant paradise. Conceived as an adult-experience,
The Suites, scattered around the pool are endowed with
different motifs - the Sea, the Fields, the Mountains
and Castle, which give one the very aroma of Goa. But
its greatest attraction is the Ayurveda Center designed
to tone up your body, mind and soul. It is the only
Boutique Hotel, which is built on the lines of a natural,
traditional architecture concept using exposed masonry.
Eco-friendly and with the minimum use of resources,
it uses Goa laterite stones liberally; hence the glow
it emits is distinctly Goan. 12 air-conditioned suites
comprise of 4 Standard suites, 6 Superior suites and
2 Deluxe suite. Each suite has a theme. The twittering
of birds and a variety of flora and fauna enhance this
otherworld charm that makes your stay a tryst with nature
and a solace for the soul. The hotel is 50 km from the
airport and 15 km from the nearest railway station.
Regular daily rate
$120-495 per day
Wellness Center
Kairali
One of the most popular Ayurvedic centers, the Kairali
chain is found in many cities across the country. The
Ayurvedic center provides treatment for a variety of
ailments. It also offers special health and beauty care
packages. The treatment here is a perfect combination
of the traditional and Spiritual. The center has state
of the art facilities while remaining true to time tested
traditional methods of treatment.
For more information
KAIRALI AYURVEDIC HEALTH RESORT PVT. LTD.
(Health Centre & Corporate Office)
120 Andheri Modh, Mehrauli
New Delhi - 110 030.
Ph : 011-26802106/26804879
Fax. : 011 - 26680875 / 2680
E-mail : kairaliresort@vsnl.com
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort
PO- Olassery, Kodumbu,
Palakkad Dist., 678551
Kerala , India.
Tel : 0091-4923-222553, 222623, 224402, 224403, 224404
Fax : 0091-4923-222732
E-mail : kairlpgt@md3.vsnl.net.in
Waterscapes Resort
Kumarakom
Ph : 0481-2525861
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Spa
C-30, Rockland, Panchsheel Enclave
New Delhi-110 017, India
Tel : 0091-11-26491803, 26491804
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Spa
2/40 Central Market
West Punjabi Bagh
New Delhi.
Ph : 011-25160175/76
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Spa
367 Rajita Villa,
6th Road, Chembur
Mumbai - 400 071
Ph : 022-25294477/99
E-mail : kairali01@vsnl.net
Khajuraho
As a step further to taking the advantages of this
unique treatment to the world at large and the tourist
who come to India, Kairali decided to set up yet another
Kairali Ayurvedic Health SPA at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh(Central
India). What better place than this where one form of
Ancient Indian Art merges with another.
Spread across 5 acres of landscaped surroundings, the
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Club at Khajuraho has the capacity
to treat 72 persons a day. Situated opposite to the
airport, the club promises to be a welcome relief to
visiting tourists, who can relax in the hands of experienced
and expert masseurs and masseuses who will kneed back
life into you.
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Centre
Opposite Khajuraho Airport,
Khajuraho - 471 505
Madhya Pradesh, India
Ph: 07686-272219/274757
Email : kairali274@sancharnet.in
The Art Of Living Foundation
The Art of Living Foundation is the largest non-governmental
volunteer based organization in the world. The Foundation's
service projects, programs on yoga, meditation and stress
elimination have benefited over 20 million people from
all walks of life.
As a Non-Governmental Organization, Art of Living Foundation
works in special consultative status with the Economic
and Social Council of the United Nations, participating
in a variety of committees and activities relating to
health, education, sustainable development and conflict
resolution.
Active in over 140 countries the Art of Living Foundation
offers unique programs that eliminate stress and help
individuals develop their highest potential. The Art
of Living reinforces human values and brings people
from varied social, economic, geographic, cultural and
religious backgrounds together in a spirit of Service
and Celebration.
Millions of people around the world have experienced
physical and emotional healing from these the Art of
Living programs, which help eliminate stress and create
a sense of belonging.
Sri Ravi Shankar
Sri Sri is the founder of the Art of Living Foundation
Since childhood Sri Sri Ravi Shankar was of a spiritual
disposition. At the age of four, he started reciting
verses from the Bhagavad-Gita. And often would be in
a peaceful meditation at a very tender age. He studied
with many renowned spiritual masters and became a scholar
of Vedic literature, along with an advanced degree in
modern science by age seventeen. In 1982, Sri Ravi Shankar
began to teach the Sudarshan Kriya? a powerful breathing
technique, which eliminates stress and brings one completely
into the present moment.
Today, Sri travels & teaches internationally, reminding
us that the great spiritual traditions have common goals
and values. His simple message of love, practical wisdom,
and compassion continues to inspire people from all
walks of life, and He encourages everyone to follow
their chosen religious or spiritual path while honouring
the path of others.
The Art Of Living Course
Developed by H.H Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, these courses
offer simple and effective techniques for eliminating
stress, resolving conflict thus improving health and
living life with new joy and enthusiasm - A combination
of the very best of ancient wisdom and modern science.
The Art of Living courses offer simple but effective
techniques, which eliminate toxins, and stresses that
accumulate in our systems over time. They are a unique
way to harmonize and energize the Body, Breath, Mind,
and Emotions & Spirit.
The course is done in two parts.
The first part is simple exercises aimed at relaxation,
rejuvenation & improved circulation. The Course
incorporates practical wisdom, ancient spiritual knowledge
and health practices to increase l the physical, mental,
and emotional well being of an individual.
The Sudarshan Kriya is a powerful technique that purifies
and rejuvenates both the mind and body. It is known
to have beneficial effects on the physiology, nervous
system, endocrine system and the immune system.
Part two of the course is about true relaxation. It's
more about practice than learning. It includes a combination
of
"Silence" takes you deeper into yourself
"Sadhana" (Meditation), builds Energy
"Satsang" (Group Prayer), Supports and maintains
it
"Seva" (Service), Energy is channelised into
service for others
Sudarshan Kriya:
The Sudarshan Kriya uses specific rhythms of breath
to re-establish balance in life as it simultaneously
floods the cells of the body with oxygen and energy.
The Kriya links the breath to the mind-body system in
a specific way, that rids the system of accumulated
stress and toxins, releasing negative emotions and rejuvenating
the body.
Reduce levels of stress
Reduce cholesterol
Relieve anxiety and depression (mild, moderate and
severe)
Increase anti oxidant protection
Enhanced brain function (increased mental focus and
recovery from stressful stimuli)
Enhance health and well-being
These simple, yet powerful breathing practices have
a unique advantage over many other forms of treatment:
they are free from unwanted side-effects, cut health
care costs, and are easy to learn and practice in daily
life.
The Research Centre
The Art of Living International Research and Health
Promotion Centre aims to promote timely and scholarly
investigation of the Sudarshan Kriya and related practices
(SK& p) as they relate to physical, social, and
emotional wellbeing. We welcome research collaborations
and suggestions from interested parties.
This year, several independent studies are currently
underway, investigating the effects of this technique
on cardiovascular health, breast cancer, HIV+ infection,
and psychosocial wellbeing.
Art of Living International Headquarters - Asia
21st km, Kanakapura Road
Udayapura
Bangalore - 560082
India
Tel: 91-80-28432273
91-80-28432274
E-mail: ashram@artofliving.org
Website: http://www.artofliving.org
Vipassana Centres
The technique of Vipassana Meditation is taught at
ten-day residential courses during which participants
learn the basics of the method, and practice sufficiently
to experience its beneficial results.
There are no charges for the courses - not even to
cover the cost of food and accommodation. All expenses
are met by donations from people who, having completed
a course and experienced the benefits of Vipassana,
wish to give others the opportunity to also benefit.
A current schedule of 10-Day, free of cost courses
is provided at each Centre for which it is available.
To get the details of the dates available till 2005
please check
http://www.dhamma.org/india.htm
After reviewing the Code of Discipline for the courses
in Vipassana Meditation, you may make Application for
a course at one of the Centres in India by contacting
a Centre directly to obtain a then current schedule
of courses and then mailing or faxing the completed
course application form.
MAHARASHTRA CENTRES
Vipassana International Academy
Dhamma Giri; P.O. Box 6;
Igatpuri 422 403
District Nasik; Maharashtra; India
Ph: [91](02553) 244076, 244086
Fax: [91](02553) 244176
E-Mail: info@giri.dhamma.org
Nashik Vipassana Kendra
Dhamma Nasika; Opp. Water Filtration Plant,
Shivaji Nagar, Satpur, Nashik 422 222; Maharashtra,
India
Ph: [91](0253) 561-6242
E-Mail: info@nasika.dhamma.org
Deccan Vipassana Research Centre
Dhammalaya; Near Majle Bus Stand; Hatkangale,
Kolhapur 416 109; Maharashtra; India
Ph: [91](0232) 483-316.
City Office: "Khushbu"; 6, Shivaji Park;
Kolhapur 416 001; Maharashtra; India
Ph: [91](0231) 651-146; Fax: [91](0231) 658-519
Nagpur Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Naga; Village Mahurjhari, Near Nagpur-Kalmeshwar
Road; Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
or
c/o Mr. Goverdhandas Kela; Central Engineering Corporation,
Abhyankar Road, Sitabuldi; Near Anand Bhandar, Nagpur
440 012, Maharashtra, India.
Off: [91](0712) 524-685; Fax: [91](0712) 522-291; Res:
[91](0712) 532-798.
or
Kalyanmitra Charitable Trust; Abhyankar Smaraka Trust
Building;
Abhyankar Road; Dhantoli, Nagpur 440 012; Maharashtra;
India
Ph: [91](0712)522-169
E-Mail: dhamma_ngp@sancharnet.in
Khandesh Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sarovara; Survey No. 166; Near Dedargaon Water
Purification Plant; At Post Tikhi, Dhule; Maharashtra;
India
or
c/o Sri Prakash Borse; 12 Tulsiram nagar; Deopur, Dhule
424 002; Maharashtra; India.
Ph: [91](0256) 222-741; Office: 222-614.
Pune City Vipassana CentreDhammaananda; Pune City Vipassana
Samiti, Dadawadi, Opp. Nehru Stadium, Near Anand Mangal
Karyalaya, Pune-411 002; Maharashtra, India.
Ph: [91](020) 446-8903; 446-4243.
E-Mail: info@ananda.dhamma.org
Pune Riverside Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Punna; Pune Riverside Vipassana Samiti, 2 Vinay
Chambers, Vetal Chowk, 971 Senapati Bapat Road, Pune
411 016; Maharashtra, India.
Ph: [91](0212) 355-472; Fax: [91](0212) 680-558.
E-Mail: mukti@giaspn01.vsnl.net.in
Ajanta International Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Ajanta; 11 Ashok Vihar Society; Opp. MIDC Office;
Station Road, Aurangabad 431 005, Maharashtra; India.
Ph: [91](0240) 334-532; 332-324; 484-445.
GUJRAT CENTRES
Dhamma Sindhu; village: Bada, district: Kutch, Gujarat,
India 370 475
Ph: [91](2834) 273-303; Fax:[91](2834)224-267 &
[91](2834)222-811;
Res.: [91](2834)273-304
E-Mail:info@sindhu.dhamma.org
City Contact: Ishwarlal C. Shah, K.T.Shah Road, Mandvi,
Kutch Gujarat, India 370 465.
Ph: [91](2834) 223-076 (cloth-shop); 223-406 (Res);
Fax: [91](2834) 224-267; 222-811
Ahmedabad Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Pitha; c/o Sri S. S. Choudhary; 1 Patel Society;
Opposite Office Of Police
Commissioner; Ahmedabad 380 004; Gujarat; India
Ph: [91](079) 562-4631; 562-4253; 342-2473; Fax: [91](079)
212-2016.
Rajkot Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Kota; c/o Rajesh Mehta; Bhabah Guest House;
Panchnath Road; Rajkot; Gujarat 360 001; India
Ph: [91](0281) 34789 / 32187
Mehsana Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Divakara; c/o Mr. Upendra Patel; 18, Shraddha
Complex, 2nd Floor;
Mehsana, Gujarat 384 001; India
Office Ph: [91](02762) 254 634; Res. Ph: [91](02762)
253 315.
NORTHERN INDIA
Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Thali; P.O. Box 208; (Sisodiarani Baug-Galtaji
Road); Jaipur 302 001; Rajasthan; India
Ph: [91](0141) 268-0220, 268-0311; Fax: [91](0141) 561-283.
E-Mail: info@thali.dhamma.org
Delhi Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sota; Vipassana Sadhana Sansthan; Hemkunt Towers,
16th Floor; 98 Nehru Place;
New Delhi 110 019; India.
Ph: [91](011) 645-2772; Fax: [91](011) 647-0658.
Kammaspur Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Patthana; Off Delhi-Ambala National Highway,
Haryana; India
For additional information and registration please contact:
Delhi Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sota; Vipassana Sadhana Sansthan; Hemkunt Towers,
16th Floor;
98 Nehru Place; New Delhi 110 019; India.
Ph: [91](011) 645-2772; Fax: [91](011) 647-0658
Karnal Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Karunika; Near Sainik School; Kunjpura, Karnal
132 001; Haryana; India For additional information please
contact:
Mr. Brij Mohan Verma
5, Shakti Colony, Near SBI; Karnal; Haryana; India
Ph: [91](0184) 225 0543; Fax: [91](0184) 225 7543.
E-Mail: bmverma_universe@yahoo.com<br>
Dehradun Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Salila; c/o Mr T.S. Bhandari; 16, Tagore Villa;
Chakrata Road; Dehradun 248 001; Uttaranchal; India
Ph: [91](0135) 2715189 or 2754880; Fax: [91](0135) 2715580.
E-Mail: assorep@nde.vsnl.net.in
Himachal Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sikhara;
MacLeodganj; Dharamsala 176 219; Dist. Kangra; Himachal
Pradesh; India;
Ph: [91](1892) 21-309;
Email: info@sikhara.dhamma.org
Website: http://www.sikhara.dhamma.org
Sarnath Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Cakkaa; c/o Mr. Parmanand Maheshwari; "Mangalam",
C27/273 Indian Press Colony; Madhalla; Varanasi; Uttar
Pradesh 221 002; India
Ph: [91](054) 246-644; 344-713.
Jetvan Vipassana Meditation Centre
Dhamma Suvatthi; Katra By-Pass; Sravasti; Uttar Pradesh
271 845, India
Tel: [91](05252) 265-439.
Kushinagar Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Vimutti; c/o Dr. V. D. Modi; Arogya Mandir; Gorakhpur;
Uttar Pradesh 273 003; India
Ph: [91](0551) 335 805 / 336 469.
Lucknow Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Lakkhana; Asti Road; Bakshi ka Talab, Lucknow;
Uttar Pradesh; India.
Ph: [91](0522) 250 8525.
E-Mail: dhammalakkhan@rediffmail.com
For additional information please contact:
Mr. Pankaj Jain
A-302, Sterling Appts., 9 University Road; Lucknow,
U.P.; India
Ph: [91](0522) 278 2795.
Hoshiarpur Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Dhaja; Punjab Vipassana Trust; Anand Public School;
Anandgadh village; Post Melawali; Dist. Hoshiarpur 146110;
Punjab, India.
Tel: 01882-272333, 240202.
E-Mail: dhammadhaja@yahoo.com
CENTRAL INDIA
Balaghat Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Kanana; Bank of Wainganga; P.O. Garra; Balaghat.
or
c/o Sri Haridas Meshram; G-8, Bagh Colony; Civil Line
Balaghat 481 001; Madya Pradesh; India.
Ph: [91](076) 322-473; Res. 322-554.
Durg Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Ketu; Village Thanod; via Anjora, District Durg;
Chaattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh 491 001; India
Ph: (0788) 241-1813.
Contact:
Mr. Sureshchandra Kathane, B-269, Street 5, Smritinagar,
P.O. Nehru Nagar, Bhilai 490 020, M.P.; India.
Ph: (0788) 232-1539 (Res.).
Bophal Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Pala; c/o Mr. Ashok Kela; Vipassana Samiti, E-1/182
Arera Colony; Bophal; Madhya Pradesh; India
Ph: [91](0755) 563 113; 557-761; 557-762; Fax: [91](0755)
564 520.
E-Mail: info@pala.dhamma.org
EASTERN INDIA
Calcutta Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Ganga; Bara Mandir Ghat; Harishchandra Dutta
Road; Panihati (Sodepur); Dt. 24 Paraganas; West Bengal
743 176; India.
Ph: [91](033) 553 2855.
or
City Office: 9 Bonfield Lane; Calcutta 700 001; India.
Ph: [91](033) 242-1767, 242-8043;
Fax: c/o Mr. M. K. Badani [91](033) 225-5174.
Vaishali Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Licchavi; Atardah (Lalitkunj), Muzaffarpur, Bihar
842 001; India
or
c/o Rajkumar Goenka; Parijat, Marwari Bazar; Samastipur;
Bihar; India
Ph: [91](0621) 243-403; 243-206.
Bodh Gaya Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Bodhi; Gaya-Dhoba Road; Near Magadh University;
Bodhgaya 824 231; Bihar; India
Office:
Shanti Dham; Kankarbagh Road; Patna 800 020; Bihar;
India.
Ph & Fax: [91](0612) 352-874;[91](0631)400-437.
Baracakia Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Upavana; c/o Mr. Ishwarchandra Sinha; Khabhada
Road; Muzaffarpur 842 001, Bihar, India
Ph: [91](0621) 244-975.
SOUTHERN INDIA
Vipassana International Meditation Centre
Dhamma Khetta; 12.6km. Nagarjun Sagar Road; Kusum Nagar
Vanasthali Puram; Hyderabad 500 070; Andhra Pradesh;
India
Ph: [91](040) 402-0290; 402-1746; 473-2569; Fax: [91](040)
461-3941.
E-Mail: info@khetta.dhamma.org
For additional information about Vipassana activities
in the Hyderabad area visit the http://www.khetta.dhamma.org/
Nizamabad Vipassana Meditation Centre
Dhamma Nijjhana; Indhur, Post Pocharam, Yedpalli Mandal;
District Nizamabad, Andhra Pradesh 503 186; India
Ph: [91](08462) 273433
E-Mail:dhammanijjhana@yahoo.com
Vijayarayai Vipassana Centre
Dhamma vijaya; Vijayarayai, Pedavegi Mandal (Post);
District West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh 534 475; India.
Ph: [91](08812) 225522
Vipassana Meditation Centre, Dhamma Setu
533 Pazhan Thandalam Road, Thiruneermalai Via, Thirumudivakkam
Chennai 600 044. India
Ph: 44-24780953
Email Id: info@setu.dhamma.org
Website: www.setu.dhamma.org
Bangalore Vipassana Centre
Dhamma Sumana; c/o Bharat Silks; No.185, Above Patel
Roadways, 4th cross; Lalbagh Road; Bangalore; Karnataka
560 027; India.
Ph: [91](080) 2224330; Fax: [91](080) 221-5776
E-Mail:silksb@vsnl.com
or
Shri Chotmal Goenka. Ph: [91](080) 6637173
Shri Jyoti Prakash. Ph: [91](080) 6761646
Yoga
Yoga is a system of exercises for the physical &
mental well being. It combines stylised poses with deep
breathing and meditation. The term yoga itself is derived
from a Sanskrit word meaning 'to join together'. The
ultimate aim of yoga it to unite the human soul with
the universal sprit
Yoga was developed about 5 thousand years ago. Its
founders were great Sages who carried out intense feats
of physical and mental concentration. Yoga has its origins
in the Vedas, the oldest records of Indian culture.
The great Indian sage Patanjali who described a series
of postures or Asanas, which the student gradually tries
to attain, systematized it. Maharishi Patanjali rightly
called as the "Father of Yoga" compiled and
refined various aspects of Yoga systematically in his
"Yoga Sutras" (aphorisms). He advocated the
eight-fold path of Yoga, popularly known as "Ashtanga
Yoga" for the all-round development of the human
personality.
According to Patanjali, within the human body there
are channels called Nadi & centres called chakra.
If these channels & centres are tapped, energy hidden
in the body can be released. This energy is called kundalini.
The eight stages of yoga stated by Patanjali
The yama (universal moral commandments)
Niyama (self-purification through discipline)
Asana (posture)
Pranayama (breath control)
Pratyahara (withdrawal of mind from external objects)
Dharana (concentration)
Dhyana (meditation)
Samadhi (state of super consciousness)
Besides the different stages in yoga, there are various
forms of discipline touching different aspects of human
life. These disciplines include
Hathyoga (physical exercise)
Gyanayoga or Dhyana yoga (exercise for the mind &
intellect)
Karmayoga (disciplined action in daily life)
BENEFITS OF YOGA
This ancient health & fitness practice provides
both physical & mental therapy. It considers ageing
as largely an artificial condition, caused mainly by
autointoxication or self-poisoning. By keeping the body
parts clean and well lubricated, cell deterioration
can be greately reduced. To get the maximum benefits
of yoga one has to follow three main guidelines i.e.
practice of asanas, pranayama and yoga nidra.
With the regular practice of asanas, we control our
cholesterol level, reduce weight, normalise blood pressure
and improve cardiac performance. Asanas harmonize our
mental energy flow by clearing any blockages in the
subtle body, leading to mental equilibrium & calmness.
PRANAYAMA
The practice of pranayama, the correct breathing technique,
helps to manipulate our energies. Most of us breathe
incorrectly (only thoracically not using our abdomen,
thereby utilizing only half of our lung capacity). Pranayama
is a technique where in it re-educates our breathing
process, helps to release tensions and develop a relaxed
state of mind. It balances our nervous system, reduces
the need for sleep and encourages creative thinking.
Increasing oxygen to our brain, improves mental clarity,
alertness and physical wellbeing.
Yoga nidra is a form of medication. Performed while
lying on the back in the shavasana pose, it relaxes
the physiological & psychological systems. This
technique completely rejuvenates the body & mind,
giving a sense of wellbeing.
People from all over the world travel to India to learn
the ancient science of yoga. The tradition of Yoga was
born in India several thousand years ago. Yoga is practiced
all over the world today.
TRAINING IN YOGA
Gurus such as Bikram Singh have coined their own brand
of Bikram Yoga and popularized it. It continues to be
practiced in the traditional way in India and its gentle
stretching and mental concentration exercises have been
proven to have a beneficial effect on the body and mind.
Each posture or asana exercises some of the muscles
of the body and combinations of these asanas can provide
you with a complete physical and mental workout routine.
Asanas such "Suryanamaskara," an invocation
to the Sun god can be the ideal way to start your day.
Savasana while involves meditation while lying flat
on ones back, can provide relief from stress and restore
you to a sense of calm.
There are many ashrams across India where Yoga is practiced.
Yoga is not merely a form of exercise or meditation
but is a complete health giving system that will keep
you fit as you travel on your journey through life.
MEDITATION
More and more doctors are prescribing meditation as
a way to lower blood pressure, improve exercise performance
in people with angina, help asthmatics breathe easier,
relieve insomnia and generally ease the everyday stresses
of life. Medication is a safe and simple way to balance
a person's physical, emotional and mental states. The
concept of meditation works on the principle that when
the mind is calm and focussed on the present. Neither
is it reacting to memories from the past nor being preoccupied
with plans for the future: two major sources of chronic
stress known to impact health.
There are several techniques of meditation but they
all have one thing in common -- focus on quietening
the busy mind. The concept is not to remove stimulation
but rather to direct concentration to one healing element:
one sound, one word, one image, or one's breath.
All forms of meditation can be broadly classified into
concentrative meditation and mindful meditation.
Concentrative meditation focuses attention on a breath,
an image, or a sound (mantra), in order to still the
mind and allow greater awareness and clarity to emerge.
The simplest form of concentrative meditation is to
sit quietly and focus attention on the breath. Yoga
and meditation practitioners believe that there is a
direct correlation between one's breath one's state
of the mind. For example, when a person is anxious,
frightened, agitated or distracted, the breath will
tend to be shallow, rapid and uneven. On the other hand,
when the mind is calm focussed and composed the breath
will tend to be slow, deep and regular.
As one focuses one's awareness on the breath, the mind
becomes absorbed in the rhythm of inhalation and exhalation.
As a result, breathing will become slower and deeper,
and the mind will become more tranquil and aware.
Mindful meditation, involves becoming aware of the continuously
passing parade of sensations and feeling, images, thoughts,
sounds, smells, and so forth without becoming involved
in thinking about them. The person sits quietly and
simply witnesses whatever goes through the mind, not
reacting or becoming involved with thoughts, memories,
worries or images. This helps to gain a more calm, clear
and non-reactive state of mind. Studies show that after
meditation, reactions are faster, creativity greater
and comprehension broader. In addition, by silencing
the mind, meditation can also put one in touch with
the self, allowing the body's own inner wisdom to be
heard.
Vipassana
Vipassana, which means to see things as they really
are, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation.
It was rediscovered by Goutam Buddha more than 2500
years ago and was taught by him as a universal remedy
for universal ills.
This non-sectarian technique aims for the total eradication
of mental impurities and the resultant highest happiness
of full liberation. Healing, not merely the curing of
diseases, but the essential healing of human suffering,
is its purpose.
Vipassana is a way of self-transformation through self-observation.
It focuses on the deep interconnection between mind
and body, which can be experienced directly by disciplined
attention to the physical sensations that form the life
of the body, and that continuously interconnect and
condition the life of the mind. It is this observation-based,
self-exploratory journey to the common root of mind
and body that dissolves mental impurity, resulting in
a balanced mind full of love and compassion.
The scientific laws that operate one's thoughts, feelings,
judgments and sensations become clear. Through direct
experience, the nature of how one grows or regresses,
how one produces suffering or frees oneself from suffering
is understood. Life becomes characterized by increased
awareness, non-delusion, self-control and peace.
History Of Vipassana
Since the time of Buddha, Vipassana has been handed
down, to the present day, by an unbroken chain of teachers.
Although Indian by descent, the current teacher in this
chain, Mr. S.N. Goenka, was born and raised in Burma
(Myanmar). While living there he had the good fortune
to learn Vipassana from his teacher, Sayagyi U Ba Khin
who was at the time a high Government official. After
receiving training from his teacher for fourteen years,
Mr. Goenka settled in India and began teaching Vipassana
in 1969. Since then he has taught tens of thousands
of people of all races and all religions in both the
East and West. In 1982 he began to appoint assistant
teachers to help him meet the growing demand for Vipassana
courses.
Practicing Vipassana
Mr. Goenka began the first meditation centre in this
tradition established outside of Burma, in 1975, at
Igatpuri, a small village 100 km northeast of Bombay,
in the State of Maharashtra. As the technique has flourished
and spread throughout India and the rest of the world,
there are now numerous Centres within India itself.
While some of these Centres are in various states of
development, many offer the same 10-Day courses in all
languages, including the regional Indian language where
the Centre is located. In India Centres are located
at the locations set forth below.
Vipassana International Academy
Dhamma Giri, P.O. Box 6,
Igatpuri 422 403
District Nasik
Maharashtra, India.
Ph: [91](02553) 244076, 244086
Fax: [91](02553) 244176
E-Mail: info@giri.dhamma.org
http://www.dhamma.org/india.htm
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