headach is one of the most common ailments among men and women. Headache can be caused due to variety of reasons like stress, hormonal imbalance, deficiency of minerals, infection, poor circulation etc.Ayurveda medicine for headach is most suitable remedy for headache, which is made from medicinal herbs, minerals, oils and other substances. Medicinal herbs and minerals are applied externally or internally according to the requirement. Ayurveda medicine for headach Ayurvedic treatment includes purification of mind and body by detoxifying diet, yoga therapy, meditation, herbal medication and massage therapy. According to Ayurveda, headach is associated with vata dosha.Vata dosha (air or wind) is responsible for movement, digestion and absorption. It is located inside every cell of the body. The flow of air through the body helps to cool the body down, regulate the temperature and helps in elimination. Vata dosha increases when heat is generated inside the body due to various stressors and vata dosha tends to increase during sleep. Vata dosha also causes excessive sweating, insomnia, coughs and colds. The herbs used in ayurveda treatment for headach are mainly ginger, turmeric, lemon grass, neem leaves and peppermint. Ayurvedic doctors use these herbs according to the type of person’s headache. Headaches may be a combination of vata, pitta and kapha dosha. Vata Dosha – Vata dosha is associated with the flow of air in the body and is responsible for regulating the blood, digestion and absorption. It is known for its ability to stimulate the nervous system and increase sensitivity to stimuli. The most common types of vata headaches include sinus headache, migraine headache and tension headaches. Pitta Dosha – Pitta dosha is associated with energy, digestion and metabolism. Pitta dosha is usually responsible for fever, inflammation, heartburn, acidity and stomach problems. Common types of pitti headache are cluster headache, muscle and joint pain, migraine and tension headaches. Kapha Dosha – Kapha dosha is associated with lubrication, lubrication of joints and tissues and is responsible for retention of fluid. Headache caused by the improper functioning of kapha dosha and imbalances in pitta and vata dosha. This is usually a temporary type of headache and is characterized by feeling of heaviness of head and forehead, increased pressure inside the skull, swelling of face and ears and redness of eyes. Welcome to Panchakarma Medical Center! We are pleased to offer a variety of Ayurveda treatments for those who are interested in living in the beautiful Indian culture while seeking Ayurveda care. Panchakarma Treatment Overview: Panchakarma treatment or panchakarma therapy, also known as Indian-medicine or Yogic medicine, is a special system of medicine used in Ayurveda. This is an ancient healing modality, dating back to times when people believed in the existence of five basic elements, the body-mind, the universe and the individual self as being one. Panchakarma uses various techniques such as herbal therapies, oil massages, dietary changes, yogic exercises, mud pack treatments, steam baths, etc. in order to eliminate toxins from the body. This treatment is designed to detoxify and rejuvenate the body, removing waste and impurities from the body, helping one to lead a healthier, happier life. Ayurveda believes in maintaining a balance in all aspects of life. According to Ayurveda, there are three types of doshas which determine the way we think, act, feel and eat. The dosha or imbalance in doshas can create various kinds of diseases. Doshas are usually considered in terms of the combination of the five elements (earth, water, fire, air and ether). In Panchakarma, they are eliminated through a series of treatments. For example, Vamana is used to eliminate kapha dosha, Kapha being the dosha which is characterized by cold, damp, heavy, greasy, sticky, oily and mucusy qualities. Ayurvedic medicine is widely practiced all over the world. It is based on the belief that the natural state of the human body is perfect, and anything that disturbs this natural state of balance is termed disease. Diseases arise when there is disharmony between three body tissues namely the nervous, glandular and musculoskeletal systems. Panchakarma treatment, is a complete regimen which includes purification through specific herbs, lifestyle changes, dietary modification and Ayurvedic therapies including massage, herbal oils, mud packs, diet, herbs, exercise and breathing exercises. Panchakarma can be undertaken by both men and women. Panchakarma treatment can also be used in conjunction with Western medicine to cure various ailments. Panchakarma treatment is recommended to those individuals who are suffering from severe illness like fever, chronic diseases like arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic cough, chronic headaches, etc., or serious accidents. Also, Panchakarma treatment is recommended to pregnant women to avoid complications during pregnancy. Panchakarma is also beneficial in improving the immunity of the body. Panchakarma treatment is given in the form of Ayurvedic herbs, Ayurvedic herbal oils, ayurvedic mud pack treatments, ayurvedic massages, and ayurvedic food. The Panchakarma program involves herbal therapies, aromatherapy, nutritional therapy, herbal oils, yogic exercises, therapeutic massages, detoxifying treatments and deep-breathing exercises. The Panchakarma treatment program is typically done over a period of 2 – 3 weeks. During this treatment process, a patient would undergo various therapeutic massages using Ayurvedic herbs like turmeric, aloe vera, sandalwood, etc., herbal oils like coconut oil, argan oil, etc., as well as therapeutic herbal baths. Diet and exercise are also part of the Panchakarma treatment program.