Panchakarma
Panchakarma with Aptas Ayurveda
What is Panchakarma?
Panchakarma is an ancient Ayurvedic healing journey that detoxifies the body, strengthens immunity, and harmonizes the mind.
This therapy isn’t just a physical cleanse — it works at the energetic level, rebalancing your Doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), improving digestion (Agni), and nurturing the connection between body, mind, and spirit.
Each treatment is tailored to your unique body constitution and health condition, ensuring deeply personal, natural care.
Through Panchakarma, we help you:
- Eliminate deep-rooted toxins
- Rebalance your vital energies (Doshas)
- Enhance digestion, energy, and clarity
- Rejuvenate the tissues, joints, and nervous system
- Support long-term immunity and vitality
Your 3-Phase Panchakarma Journey
Your 3-phase Panchakarma journey is a step-by-step healing process designed to cleanse, balance, and refresh your body and mind. It includes preparation, detox, and rejuvenation, all tailored to your unique body type (Dosha).
Preparation Phase (Purva Karma)
This is the gentle awakening before deep detox.
• Snehan – Warm medicated oil massages to loosen toxins and nourish the nervous system.
• Swedana – Herbal steam therapy to open pores, release toxins, and improve circulation.
Detox Phase (Pradhana Karma)
Here, we apply one or more of the five classical detox therapies, based on your body’s needs:
• Vamana – Therapeutic vomiting to clear excess Kapha and respiratory toxins.
• Virechana – Herbal purgation to cleanse liver, intestines, and regulate Pitta.
• Basti – Medicated enemas that calm Vata and relieve constipation, anxiety, and joint issues.
• Nasya – Herbal nasal therapy for sinus detox, mental clarity, and improved sleep.
• Rakta Moksha – Gentle blood purification for skin disorders and toxin-heavy conditions.
Rejuvenation Phase (Paschat Karma)
• After detox, the focus shifts to nourishing and restoring the body.
• A personalized Ayurvedic diet is introduced to support recovery.
• Herbal medicines are prescribed to rebuild strength and immunity.
• Lifestyle changes are recommended to maintain long-term balance and wellness.
Rooted in timeless Ayurvedic wisdom, this holistic program gently removes toxins, restores your natural energy flow, and supports long-term well-being.
Beyond Panchakarma: Our Full Spectrum of Ayurvedic Therapies
We offer a range of therapies that continue the journey of healing and balance. These support both general well-being and targeted concerns.
Rejuvenating Body Therapies
• Abhyanga – Full-body warm oil massage to improve circulation and calm the nervous system.
• Udwartana – Dry herbal powder massage that helps reduce fat and tone the skin.
• Kizhi Therapies – Herbal bundles like Podi Kizhi, Ela Kizhi, and Navara Kizhi to relieve pain, stiffness, and nourish muscles.
• Pizhichil – Warm oil therapy poured rhythmically over the body for deep relaxation and neuromuscular relief.
• Sweda Therapies – Localized treatments like Lavana Sweda and Upanaha Sweda to reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness.
Mind-Calming & Nervous System Therapies
• Shirodhara – Stream of warm oil over the forehead to relax the mind and hormones.
• Shiropichu – Oil-soaked cotton pad on the head to ease stress and hair loss.
• Shirobasti – Oil held on the scalp to nourish nerves and support cognition.
• Thalam – Herbal paste on the crown for emotional and mental balance.
• Thalapothichil – Herbal head mask for migraines, stress, and sleep issues.
Localized Oil Retention Therapies
• Kati Basti – Oil retention for lower back pain and sciatica.
• Greeva Basti – For neck pain, stiffness, and cervical issues.
• Janu Basti – For knee pain, osteoarthritis, and swelling.
• Nabhi Basti – Around the navel for digestive health and balancing gut Vata.
Sense Organ Therapies
• Netra Tarpana – Ghee-based eye therapy for vision and strain relief.
• Netra Pichu – Cotton pad eye treatment for soothing irritation.
• Karna Purana / Karna Dhupana – Ear therapies with oil or herbal smoke for balance and detox.
• Dhoomapana – Herbal smoke inhalation for respiratory and sinus clearing.
• Kavala & Gandusha – Ayurvedic oil pulling for oral detox, gums, and voice.
Cooling & Pouring Dhara Therapies
• Takra Dhara – Buttermilk stream for calming Pitta, skin, and sleep issues.
• Ksheera Dhara – Medicated milk therapy for nourishment and tranquility.
• Dhanyamla Dhara – Herbal fermented liquid therapy for swelling and stiffness.
• Kashaya Dhara – Decoction pouring for skin and inflammatory conditions.
Why Choose Panchakarma?
Panchakarma is not a trend — it’s a time-honored, holistic approach that addresses the root causes of illness. It offers:
- Deep detox for the entire system
- Better digestion and metabolism
- Relief from fatigue, stress, and chronic issues
- Clearer skin, mind, and emotional well-being
- Prevention of disease recurrence
- Complete cellular and tissue rejuvenation
