A CONCEPTUAL ANALYSIS ON EXPLAIN AND INTEGRATE RECENT ADVANCEMENTS IN PANCHKARMA

Abstract

Panchakarma, which translates to “five actions”, is one of the most effective therapeutic procedures of Ayurveda, a traditional system of medicine in India. It primarily focuses on detoxification of the body, balancing the dosha (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) and overall rejuvenation. This ancient therapy has been described in the classical texts of Ayurveda, Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita, and consists of five major procedures: Vamana (emesis), Virechana (purgation), Basti (medicated enema), Nasya (nasal therapy), and Raktamokshana (bloodletting).