NASYA
Administration of medicines through the nose either to subside congestion or to expel vitiated Doshas out of the body.
Since the nose is the main orifice, connected directly to brain, nasal cleansing is considered very effective for ailments of the head including the five sense organs (Indriyas). In this procedure, the aggravated Doshas above the region of clavicle (in the head and neck) are eliminated through the nose. Before beginning with the nasal therapy, the preparatory procedures such as localized Snehan (Oleation therapy) and Swedan (diaphoresis) should be applied on the affected area.
Indications
This therapy is specially advised for the disorders related to the upper part of the body i.e. above the clavicle region. Very effective in
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Hair Falling
- Premature graying of hair
- Facial Paralysis
- Baldness
- Migraine
- Tension headache
- Motor Neuron Diseases
- Speech disorders
Nasya: Preparatory Procedure
After preparatory procedures, medicinal powders, oil or medicated drops are administered through the nose after making the patient lie down. The medicine, which enters throat, should be spitted out along with cough.
Post Nasya Procedures
After Nasya karma, smoking of medicinal cigarettes (Dhumra Pana) may be advised, if required. Patient is advised to gargle with warm water and eat light diet; to remain in a place, which is not very breezy.
