Ayurveda, Sanskrit for "The Science of Life", is the oldest healing science in the world dating back 5,000 years. It focuses on prevention of disease and cure of the individual through harnessing the energy that resides within each person.
While Ayurveda is not a substitute for Western allopathic medicine, it is a great companion. Whilst the Western medical system looks at you as a sum of many parts and treats the symptoms, Ayurveda sees you as a whole system (of mind & matter) and treats you, the person.
Our experienced Ayurvedic practitioners will ask questions to better understand your lifestyle & complaints. After which they will be able to ascertain the imbalances in your doshas - 'Vatta' for balance and movement, 'Pitta' for digestion and metabolism & 'Kapha' for balance and body structure.
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The Ayurvedic practitioner may suggest treatment options which include herbs & herbal formulas, changes to your diet based on the "six" tastes principle as well as "Panchakarma" a multi step detoxification process to balance your doshas. Ayurvedic practitioners may also recommend oils and herbal pastes for external application.
If the Ayurvedic practitioners prescribe any Ayurvedic medication or ingredients, you will have the option of having them delivered to your doorstep. The practitioner may ask you to call back for a follow up consultation 3-4 weeks later to assess your progress.
Ayurvedic skills cannot be learnt, it needs to be passed down through generations. With 3000 years of ayurvedic knowledge, Sri Lanka has some of the world’s leading Ayurvedic doctors. Tourists fly in from many countries to meet them. Now we bring them to you.
Dr. (Mrs) R. Chandrika Rajapakshe
BAMS (Colombo),
M. Sc. Ph. B. (Peradeniya),
Professional Counsellor and Psychotherapist- SLPPCA, SLF,
Member of SLAAS
Dr. Damayanthie Fernando
BAMS, PGDYN, MD (Ayu)
Ayurvedic Panchakarma
Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar
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Ayurveda & royalty is closely linked in Sri Lanka with its first kings also being physicians. Ayurvedic practitioners held noble positions in the social hierarchy.
Ayurveda is given equal prominence as western medicine in Sri Lanka with a special ministry dedicated to it. Practitioners need to go through a 5 year university course to commence practicing.
From the courts of the first kings of Sri Lanka, the Ayurvedic tradition has been refined and passed down through generations of practitioners.
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Disclaimer: Ayurveda is a traditional form of medicine. It is regulated in certain countries and jurisdictions. All the Ayurveda practitioners available on the oDoc platform are Ayurveda practitioners duly registered and subject to regulatory oversight in the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. Please note that it is recommended that you should consult your physician prior to following any treatment or following advice in Ayurveda or making any lifestyle changes or making any diet changes. The consultations you conduct with the Ayurveda practitioners are subject to the terms of use of the oDoc platform. You should not use the oDoc platform for any reason in the case of a medical emergency. You should not delay visiting a physician for diagnosing any health conditions for any reason including based on any advice obtained on the oDoc platform. By using the platform, you agree to these terms and this disclaimer.
