Oiling away the Dosha
The Panchakarma therapy of Ayurveda comprises of five basic types of advanced treatment for evacuation of vitiated Dosha (toxic materials) from the body. There are so many subtypes of therapy and different types of herbal massages, fomentations like steam, external oil treatments; Basti (medicated enemas), Virechana (purgation), Vamana (emesis through herbs), Nasya (nasal administration of oils) etc. These practices are extremely helpful in relieving deep rooted diseases and it is also beneficial for maintaining and improving physical and mental health.