Complimentary Medicine

 

3 DIMENTIONAL PROGRAM

 

3D Program focuses on each part of the body with the help of Pilates, Yoga, Stick Workout, Floor & Cardio Exercises.

Pilates exercises stretch & strengthen and are unique in their ability to enhance coordination between the muscles that stabilise the body.

Benefits :

1. Increases physical efficiency
2. Develops core abdominal strength
3. Relieves pain & stiffness
4. Increases cardiac output
5. Strengthens back & reduces back pain
6. Helps to reduce anxiety & depression
7. A definite weight management program

Program conducted by : Ms Niessha Bubna

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AYURVEDA DEPARTMENT

 

 

Ayurveda (Science of Life) is one of the earliest documentation of health and disease dating back to the pre-vedic era (5000 BC). Dealing with measures of healthy living during the entire span of life and its various phases, Ayurveda is a branch of Alternate Medicine which emphasizes on preventative and healing therapies along with various methods of detoxification and rejuvenation. It can also guide an individual in the prevention of disease and long term maintainance of good health.

 

SERVICES :

 

The secret of Healthy Living lies in achieving a balanced state of body, mind and consciousness. To this effect, Ayurveda prescribes a variety of treatments for patients suffering from different ailments such as :

• Skin disorders

• Arthritis

• Spondylitis

• Backache

• Asthama

• Obesity etc.

The treatments can be classified as either :

• Shodhana - Internal and external cleansing

• Shamana  - Oral medication

The department offers the PANCHKARMA therapy - Ayurveda's primary purification and detoxification treatment under Shodhana. The treatments are usually administered by trained professionals under the watchful guidance of Consulting Doctors from the department, in the form of :

• Medicated oil based massages

• Steam / Sauna

• Herbal powder based massages

• Oil therapies

• Herbal facial massage

Some of the standard treatments are :

• Abhyangam

• Abhyangam with Svedanam

• Udvartana with Svedanam

• Shirobhyangam

• Shirodhara

• Netra-tarpan

• Nasyam

• Karnapurana

• Mukhabhyangam

EQUIPMENTS :

 

Fully equipped rooms for male and female therapeutic treatments complete with all the necessary medications and oil/herbal preparations are available so as to provide the maximum results to the patients.

 

PANCHKARMA THERAPY :

The Panchkarma Therapy comprises of these stages -

PURVAKARMA nvolves :

(a) Snehana (Oleation)  is essential for repair of cell membrane damaged by free radicals and it also removes endotoxins from the cell.

(b) Swedana (Steam) releases endotoxins from muscular tissues and accumulates those in gastro-intestinal track for further disposal.

PRADHANKARMA - This stage involves five main therapies :

(a) Vamana (Emesis) is a medicated emesis therapy which evacuates vitiated Doshas (Kapha) in the upper body. This is done by stimulating the emetic center of brain, i.e. without local stimulation. This therapy is effective in treating patients with Bronchial Asthma, Chronic Allergies, Hay fever, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Hyperacidity, Chronic Indigestion, Nasal congestion, Edema, Obesity, Psychological disorders, Skin disorders.

(b) Virechana (Purgation) is a medicated purgation therapy which removes Pitta toxins from the body that are accumulated in the liver and gall bladder. It completely cleanses the gastro-intestinal tract without affecting the electrolyte balance. This therapy is effective in treating patients with Diabetes, Asthma, Joint Disorders, Digestive disorders, Skin disorders such as Herpes, Paraplegia, Constipation, Hyperacidity, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Headaches, Elephantiasis and Gynecological disorders and fever.

(c) Basti (Enema or Colonic Irrigation) cleanses accumulated toxins through the colon. This treatment is effective as no drug is required to go through metabolism, but directly absorbed in intestinal circulation reflecting into the neurological system. Two type of Basti therapies are performed at the Hospital -

• Asthapana - decoction

• Anuvasana - medicated oil or ghee

This type of treatment is useful in treating patients with Hemiplegia irritable bowel Syndrome, Constipation, Digestive disorders, Paraplegia, Colitis, Convalescence, Cervical Spondylosis, Backache & Sciatica, Obesity, Piles and Infertility.

(d) Nasya (Nose cleaning) involves administration of medicated oil through the nose to cleanse accumulated Kapha toxins from the head and neck region. The therapy is used to treat patients with Insomnia, Facial Palsy, Elimination of excess mucus, Hyper pigmentation in the face, Premature graying of hair, clarity to voice, Headaches of various origin, Loss of smell and taste, Migraine, Stiffness of the neck, Nasal allergies, Nasal Polyp, Neurological dysfunctions, Sinusitis, improving memory and eye sight.

 

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GYMNASIUM

A healthy diet coupled with exercise improves blood circulation and helps in maintaining good health. The gymnasium at Saifee Hospital is home to various workouts.

Stretching - The benefits of stretching are keeping muscles supple, increasing range of motion of joints, enhancing flexibility, improving coordination, increasing body temperature and heart rate, increasing blood flow to muscles and preventing injuries.

Resistance Training - This consists of free weight lifting, weight machines and other exercises which safely strains muscles and ligaments which allows increase in body strength.

Cardiovascular Exercise - These allow blood pumping, skin sweating and increase lungs panting.

These exercises help in:

• Lowering blood pressure and resting the heart rate.

• Prevent diseases such as heart attacks and obesity.

• Increasing blood flow to muscle resulting in increased supply of nutrients to them.

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HYDRO THERAPY

Hydrotherapy, formerly called hydropathy is amongst the oldest form of medical treatment. It involves the use of water for soothing pains and treating diseases. The primary concept of Hydrotherapy is to rid the body of toxins that inflict pains and inflammation in the joints.

It is used to relieve symptoms of :

• Arthritis
• Back Pain
• Muscle Weakness
• Stress
• Premenstrual Syndrome
• Cellulitis
• Anxiety
• Troubled Sleep

This treatment works by the water motion stimulating the touch receptors on the skin, relieving tight muscles and releasing the chemicals that are produced in the body called endorphins. This boosts blood circulation, and promotes general well-being.

The pressure of the water literally massages the body. The hot water relieves fatigue prevents stiffness. Relaxing in a spa, the user experiences a sensation of weightlessness due to the buoyancy of water. Supporting your weight and lifting your spirits.

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STEAM & SAUNA

Steam and Sauna baths lead to an increased feeling of well-being and is also an ideal way of relaxation and de-stressing. While the Sauna produces heat to burn calories, Steam produces wet humid heat for detoxicification.

Benefits:

• Helps improve blood circulation
• Strengthens the cardiovascular system
• Ease joint pain and stiffness
• Removes toxins and mineral wastes
• Relaxes muscles and increases flexibility and relieves pain
• Reduces stress and fatigue
• Improves and heals acne as well as other related skin problems
• Reduces cold and flu by strengthening the immune system.

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YOGA

Yoga is a group of ancient spiritual practises originating in India. It is a set of technologies or disciplines of asceticism and meditation which are thought to lead to spiritual experiences and profound understanding or insight into the nature of existence. It gives one a sense of balance and harmony , irrespective of circumstances or age.

As tension and stress in modern lifestyles increases, it has become immensely important to keep oneself fit physically and mentally for which the YOGA CENTRE teaches:

• Breathing Techniques
• Pranayam
• Asanas
• Meditation
• Back Care
• Eye Care
• Knee Care
• Desk Exercise
• Relaxation Techniques

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HOMOEOPATHY

Homoeopathy is a holistic science, it is a form of therapy that believes that the mind and body are inter-related and thus treats the patient as a whole.

Homoeopathy is a gentle system of healing for the ailing mankind. It corrects the root cause of any illness by treating through its unique principles of 'Similia Similibus Curentur'. It is a science easily accepted by all- by pregnant mothers and infants to the very elderly.

In Saifee Hospital, the homoeopathy department, highly skilled and experienced doctors focus on proper health care and a sense of well-being in prompting early recovery.

Saifee Hospital not only has the most cutting edge medical equipment in every field, but also ensures the patients the most attentive and effective services.

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