Thesis: Centre for Ancient Therapy

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University of Mumbai
MAHATMA EDUCATION SOCIETY’S
PILLAI HOC COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
Pillai HOCL Educational Campus, HOCL Colony, Rasayani – 410 207
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Acknowledgement
The success of this research would not have been a reality without the collaborative effort
of certain set of individuals. Praise must be first given to my Lord Ganesha who stood by my
side always and gave me strength and positivity in me to accomplish this research.
Special thanks to Prof. Sukesha Ghosh (Guide) and Prof. Joydeep Datta (Academic
Coordinator), whom facilitated my ideas and concept, as well as provide helpful guidance
toward completing this research.
Most importantly I would like to thank my parents Mr. SureshKumar Gupta and Mrs.
Meena Gupta and all my friends, who supported and encouraged me to accomplish all goals
of my life.
I would also like to thank Mr. Mahesh Chavan (Manager) of Nisargopchar Ashram and
Dr. Gunvant Yeola (Principal) of D. Y. Patil College of Ayurveda for allowing me to conduct
Case-Studies for my research.
Also, I am grateful to the libraries of Kamla Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture
and Environmental Studies for allowing to use their resources for my research purpose.

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Abstract
“The most creative act you will ever undertake is the act of creating yourself”
– Deepak Chopra.
“Centre for Ancient Therapy”, a place which will give importance to healthy living. This
place will be an amalgamation of Institute and Treatment Centre, where therapies will be
studied, researched and applied. The therapies will focus in the fields of Ayurveda,
Naturopathy, and Yoga. It also focuses on some Sensory Therapies which helps in activating
senses.
We are human being and born to live bounded by nature and its environment. We perform
our daily activities and necessary chores to sustain our life and earn a living. For this we need
to activate our senses. Where our senses play an important role to deal with daily life problems.
Living, breathing, eating, talking, listening, playing and all our daily duties are the result of
activated senses. Therapy are essential for keeping our body system alive. These includes the
rejuvenation of our sensory organs. All these can be termed as a therapy, only when we
regulate it, control it, schedule it, and follow a discipline. All this can be regarding physical,
spiritual and medicinal aspects.
The background study put light on the concept of healthy living and the important ancient
therapy, and it types which contribute to healthy living. It compares both the modern and
traditional aspects of therapies including the myth and concept behind these. It also included
the educational importance behind learning these therapies and spreading the awareness of
healthy living.
The architectural program is designed keeping in mind the ethnicity of these therapies.
The program consists of Institute buildings of Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Yoga including
classrooms, training centres, treatment centre, libraries, dormitories, herb cultivation land, and
a well-planned landscaped area where nature is the primary element.
Hence, the whole purpose of this project is start from root to branches of a tree, that is by
education of these therapy will contribute our present and future generation to contribute in
healthy living within nature.

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Table of Contents
1. Abstract…………………………………………………………………….…………
2. Chapter I: Statement of Purpose…………………………………………….……….
2.1. Aim
2.2. Objectives
2.3. Need
2.4. Research Methodology
2.5. Scope
2.6. Limitations
3. Chapter II: Background Study…………………………………………………
3.1. Ancient Therapy
3.1.1. Principles behind Ancient Therapy
3.1.2. Classification of Ancient Therapy
3.1.3. Timeline of discovery and origin
3.1.4. Importance of Ancient Therapy
3.1.5. Types of Ancient Therapy
3.2. Modern Therapy
3.3. Ancient Therapy versus Modern Therapy
3.4. AYUSH and Educational Courses
4. Chapter III: Case Studies…………………………………………………………….
4.1. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurveda and Research Centre, Pimpri, Maharashtra
4.2. Nisargopchar Ashram, Pune, Maharashtra
4.3. Vaidyagram, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
4.4. Vasanta Institute of Ayurveda, Pune, Maharashtra
5. Chapter IV: Site Analysis and Area Statement ………………………………………
6. Conclusion and Inferences……………………………………………………………
7. List of Figures………………………………………………………………...………
8. Bibliography………………………………………………………………….………

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Chapter I: Statement Of Purpose
2.1. Aim
2.2. Objectives
2.3. Need
2.5. Scope
2.6. Limitations

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Chapter 1: Statement of Purpose
2.1. Aim
To design a research institute and a space for healing practices, which will focus
on reviving the traditional forms of healing therapy for students and the existing
communities nearby Shedung, Panvel.
2.2. Objectives
• To establish the ancient forms of healing therapy.
• To provide spaces for practicing alternative healing therapies, which will
serve for the better welfare and treatment of the existing communities.
• To create an environment which will encourage the students and local
communities to participate in the various therapy programs.
• To provide a better disciplined space for education and research established
within nature.
• To create awareness platform, for the people to adapt healthy lifestyle.
• To promote that use of mind and body together to rejuvenate human spirit,
resulting in long healthy life and an illness free community.
• To create nurseries, farms and plantations of organic herbs and medicinal
plants for the treatment.
• To encourage communities to adopt local, cost effective treatment.
• Research institute will augment employment for the neighborhood in that
area such as accommodation, transportation, and herb cultivation, etc.

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2.3. Need
• In today’s world people faces many problems right from bad health, stress
due to unstable lifestyles, expensive education and health treatments.
• The alternative for such lifestyles would be to adopt nature and its natural
healing techniques.
• Which means that there is a need to follow natural therapies which will serve
prolonged positive effect on their mind and body.
• These therapies were practiced by our ancestors, hence there is a need for
bringing back these therapies.
• To re-research the practice of these therapies from ancient literature.
• The need to encourage our present and future generations to adopt a natural
lifestyle.
• We can establish these practices by creating health resorts, eco villages, eco
cities, where vernacular methods contribute positively in a modern context.
• These schemes can only be implemented if these therapies are learnt and
practiced properly, which would be achieved by creating a research
institute for such purposes.
• Since citizens of India believe in healthy living, and as an individual I must
give my contribution towards my society and my country.

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• Methodology for research was done in both ways, by data-base analysis as
well as case base analysis.
• Data base analysis was done by referring maps online to find the suitable
site for project location as well as by taking interviews and conducting
surveys. Photos were taken from online pdf and other articles related to the
topic.
• Case base analysis was done by studying behavioral pattern and narrative
mapping. Site studies was also done including live case studies. Photos
where taken on site for case studies.
• Case studies was conducted to understand the planning, which will help to
get the design requirement, thus preparing the design brief.
• Site visit was conducted to know the nature of the site and to photo document
it, which will help in preparing the area program by comparing both case
studies and site study.
• Indirect study data such as internet articles, encyclopedias, and research
paper were used to prepare the background study.

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2.5. Scope
• To minimize the health problems faced by the communities.
• This project will be an Encouraging Tool for the villagers and their children
to participate in the educational and treatment programs created for them.
• Organizing awareness programs, free medical camps for the community
nearby.
• To create a platform where both theoretical and practical education to take
place under one roof.
• To has a special combination of both vernacular and modern construction.
• To create an open activity area within sites natural surroundings.
• Site has its own natural reservoir in the form of pond.
2.6. Limitations
• Lack of basic facilities in the rural areas.
• Entry to the site will be from one side from the main road.
• The project is limited to a age group, from students to gain education to the
young and aged to get treatment in the vicinity.

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Chapter II: Background Study
3.3.1 Principles behind Ancient Therapy
3.3.2 Classification of Ancient Therapy
(Medicinal, Physical and Spiritual).
3.3.3 Timeline of discovery and origin
3.3.4 Importance of Ancient Therapy
3.3.5 Types of Ancient Therapy
(Ayurveda, Naturopathy, Yoga and Sensory Therapy).
3.2. Modern Therapy
3.3. Ancient Therapy versus Modern Therapy

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Figure 1: Dhanvantari
(God of Ayurveda) as mentioned in puranas

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India is a Country rich in its culture and traditions. It is the land of Gods. This is the place
Which gave many concept to enrich Human living. It gave the concept of Term Zero and Infinity.
The concept of planet revolving around sun was also given by India. India has a wide History
from Diversity to Unity of different Culture, Caste, Creed and Stories. India was Guided by its
many Saints which help in guiding the citizens of India. These Saints and Rishi Munis dedicated
their life to gods and wellbeing of its people. This is because of our saints that we are gifted with
Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas and Epics like Bhagavat Geeta purana, Mahabharata and Ramayana
epic.
We are citizen of India and should know about its people culture, life, tradition and living
habitat of our ancestor as well as mythological characters from How? They sustain their living.
And How? They lived more than 100 years. To know about this, we should know about their
survival strategy and about their healthy wellbeing. The word survival does not only relate
survival for food, but also include survival and sacrifice from fighting and winning against the
death. In order to do avoid death, our ancestor discovered herbal medicines against the symptoms
and eating healthy food and Maintaining a balance diet. They brought a belief about healthy
living, where they understand prevention is better than cure. And today it is proved by science
and other department that our ancestor lived their life more than 100 years (in Ramayana it is
believed that the people at that time use to live more than 1000 years). In order to bring this
science back, we need to focus on it on the large scale.
Every activity our ancestor performed was a part of yoga, they follow the rules of
panchakarma. They evolved a knowledge of using chakra system to enlighten their body chakras.
They followed the lifestyle enriched with naturopathy and Ayurveda. They treated their body
ailments from all these therapies. Hence all these therapies played an important role in the
sustainable living of our ancestor (That is by living hand in hand with nature). And there are still
many therapies to discover. These therapies which were practiced during ancient times for
healthy living are known as Ancient Therapy.
Figure 2: Making of Medicine Figure 4: Shushruta doing Plastic surgery Figure 3: Patanjali teaching their students

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3.1.1. Principles behind Ancient Therapy
All the Ancient therapy are based and evolved from the understanding of various concept. These
concepts are discovered by our acharyas and transferred from our ancestor to their next
generation. These concepts are belief and myths, of which some of them are proved by our
modern-day sciences and some are part of unproved science. All these concepts are based on
theories and it became important to know the roots before reaching branches of ancient therapy.
All these theories are mentioned in our ancient scripts and literature.
Let’s know some of these concepts for better understanding on ancient therapies:
A. Purusha and Prakriti (Life and Matter).
B. Panchamahabhutas (The five elements of Nature).
C. Tridoshas (Three Dosha).
D. Swasthapurusha, Dhatus and Ahar (Healthy men, Constructing elements and Food).
E. Chakra System.
F. Yin and Yang.
G. Qi or Prana (The invisible life energy).

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Figure 5: Concept of Purusha and Prakriti
Figure 6: Panchamahabhutas (5 Elements of Nature)
Ego
Life Matter
Stability
Cosmic Intelligence
Dynamic Movement
Static Energy

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• Purusha and Prakriti (Life and Matter)
The world is governed by two principles, life and matter. Purusha or god represents life
and prakriti or nature represents matter. Purusha is the seer and prakriti, the object of sight.
Prakriti and Purusha are the two different aspects of the manifest Universe.
They participate, regulate and implement the universal creative process. Prakriti means that
which is found in its natural, unaltered form. Its opposite is Vikriti, which means, that which is
deformed or altered from its natural state. Prakriti gives shapes or forms, signifying Nature or
pure energy.
Prakriti is responsible for bringing into existence creation and its instruments. The five
elements (earth, water, fire, air and ether) and their five attributes (touch, taste, sight, smell and
sound) constitute creation. Another 13 (the five organs of perception or gyan indiryas, the five
organs of action, the mind, the faculty of discrimination and ego) together constitute the
instruments.
There are two varieties of purusha: the perishable which is the individual soul and
imperishable or god. At the end of every cycle of creation, all the entities dissolve in the
Universal Prakriti and at the beginning of every cycle of creation, God brings forth them again.
Seated in Prakriti, Purusha creates all the living communities, and the whole creation itself, both
moving and non-moving.
• Panchamahabhutas (5 Elements)
Panchmahabhutas are also know as Panchtatva and stands for 5 elements.
Ayurveda believes that man is the part and parcel of the universe and is basically
composed of the same elements. Brahma is the universal soul possessing eternity, knowledge
and bliss. Maya denotes the energy of Brahma, which gave rise to Panchamahabhutas known as
five basic elements of nature, namely, Akash (Ether), Vayu (Air), Tej (Fire), Aap (Water) and
Prithvi (Earth). Everything which exist in nature are made of these elements including human
beings. All these helps in sustaining life.
According to Ayurveda, life begins when a sperm unites with the ova, entrapping the
human soul. Birth is only an event in the man's life. After fertilization, Akash provides the space
to the fertilized ovum to grow, Vayu brings about the cell division, Teja provides various aspects
of energy metabolism. Jala or Aap maintains fluid balance and Prithvi induces growth and
integrity of the growing cellular mass. Death, on the other hand, helps decomposition of the body
and merging it with the five elements of the nature.

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Figure 7: Tridoshas
Water
Earth
Air
Fire
Ether
Tridoshas

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C. Tridoshas
Doshas are also known as the mind-body types.
The three basic biological pillars of Ayurveda are - Vata. Pitta, and Kapha. These
biological elements are originated from the Panchamahabhutas. They are generally referred to
as Tridoshas. The five great states of material existence are classified into three Doshas: Vata,
Pitta, and Kapha.
Energy is required to create movement so that ﬂuid and nutrients get to the cells, enabling
the body to function. Energy is also required to metabolize the nutrients in the cells and is called
for to lubricate and maintain the structure of the cell. Vata is the energy of movement, pitta is
the energy of digestion or metabolism and kapha, the energy of lubrication and structure. All
people have the qualities of vata, pitta and kapha, but one is usually primary, one secondary and
the third is usually least prominent.
The cause of disease in Ayurveda is Viewed as a lack of proper cellular function due to
an excess or deficiency of vata, pitta or kapha.
Vata:
It is the subtle energy associated with movement and is composed of Space and Air. It
governs breathing, blinking, muscle and tissue movement, pulsation of the heart, and all
movements in the cytoplasm and cell membranes. In balance, vata promotes creativity and
ﬂexibility. Out of balance, vata produces fear and anxiety.
Pitta:
It expresses as the body’s metabolic system and are made up of Fire and Water. It governs
digestion, absorption, assimilation, nutrition, metabolism and body temperature. In balance, pitta
promotes understanding and intelligence. Out of balance, pitta arouses anger, hatred and
jealousy.
Kapha:
It is the energy that forms the body’s structure that is bones, muscles, tendons and
provides the “glue” that holds the cells together. They are formed from Earth and Water. Kapha
supplies the water for all bodily parts and systems. It lubricates joints, moisturizes the skin, and
maintains immunity. In balance, kapha is expressed as love, calmness and forgiveness. Out of
balance, it leads to attachment greed and envy.

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Figure 8: 7 Dhatus (Constructing elements) of Human Body

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D. Swasthapurusha, Dhatus and Ahar
(Healthy men, Constructing elements and Food)
Ayurveda promotes a balanced state of psycho-somatic make-up of man which can help him
to achieve everlasting health and happiness.
Tridoshas lead to the formation of seven Dhatus: Rasa (Plasma), Rakta (Blood), Mamsa
(Muscle), Meda (Adipose Tissue), Asthi (Bone and Cartilage), Majja (Nerve) and Shukra
(Reproductive System). Each dhatu has its metabolism and waste products called Malas. The
malas are catabolic aspects of the body namely, Purisha (Faeces), Mutra (Urine) and Sweda
(Sweat). The three dosha, seven dhatu and three malas are the three fundamental constituents of
the body. Sushruta, the great Ayurvedist, explains the qualities of Swasthapurusha, who is able
to ascertain the signs, which determine his physical and mental health. Based on this, he can
judge himself whether he is perfectly healthy. Doshas are the group of activities which govern
the human body. Dhatus are the useful constituents. Malas are harmful constituents, which are
left out naturally from the body.
A person is healthy when:
1. All three Doshas Vata, Pitta, Kapha are in well balanced condition.
2. The Agni is working normally.
3. The Dhatus are normally formed and proportionally well balanced.
4. The Malas are properly discharged out of the systems.
5. The soul, the mind and the organs are satisfactorily acting their parts for mutual pleasure and
happiness.
Hence, the well-being of the body depends on the equilibrium of Dosha, Agni, Dhatu, Mala, soul
and mind.
Swasthapurusha, must deal with the importance and uses of Ahar in maintaining the
perfect health. Ahar (Food) is the most significant component for the growth of the human body.
Food nourishes the body, mind and spirit. Food is the origin of strength, life activities and of the
bright hue of the skin.
Growth in form, strength, health, shining appearance and activities of all organs, the
essential qualities of Swasthapurusha are due to intake of food in proper quality, quantity and its
variety. It means that, rich food containing all the nutrients is essential for the all-round
development of the human body.

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Figure 10: 72000 Energy channels Figure 12: Nadi and Chakras Figure 11: Symbol of Chakras
Figure 9: Chakras and its location

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E. The Chakra System:
The chakra system was documented in ancient Vedic literature called Vedas.
The chakras are centres of life energy, situated in the subtle body which is the location
of senses, emotions, and intellect. The seven chakras ascend in order of a spiritual refinement
along a central channel, the sushumna. Charkas are linked to the nerve centres along the spinal
cord. These chakras are thought to be influenced by asanas. Each chakra is symbolized by an
exact number of lotus petals and associated with a specific mantra or sound energy. These
chakras are also activated by chanting of “Om”. Meditation and breathing exercises also
activate chakras.
Energy channels is a system of 72,000 nadi. It transverse the body, crossing at the
chakras and the body energy centres. These energy channels distribute prana, a form of
invisible life energy which is represented by the breath to all parts of the body. Chakras
regulate the flow of prana, removing blockages in circulation that could sometime lead to
physical or mental disturbances.
The seven chakras are:
a) Crown chakra (The seventh and the most purely spiritual chakra is depicted as a 1000
petaled lotus, the symbol of infinity, and is linked with the pineal gland in the brain).
b) Brow chakra (Also known as the third eye, relates to the production of hormones).
c) Throat chakra (It is linked to the thyroid gland and the body’s metabolic rate).
d) Heart chakra (Generates pure emotions such as love and is linked to the heart and immune
system).
e) Solar plexus or Third chakra (It is the store of prana, it corresponds to the solar plexus and
to the pancreas, which regulates blood sugar, the body fuel).
f) Sacral or Second chakra (It governs sexual nature and activity and the reproductive organ).
g) Root or Base chakra (It is linked with a person Kundalini, or psychic potential, and with the
adrenal glands).
All these chakras are regulated by Nadi or energy channels and they are of three types:
a) Pingala nadi (It carries prana down the right side of the body).
b) Sushumna (It is the central nadi which runs from the base of the spine to the top of the
head).
c) Ida nadi (It carries prana down the left side of the body).

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Figure 13: Sympol of Yin and Yang
(where eight trigrams represent the elements of nature)
Figure 14: Location of 12 Meridians

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F. Yin and Yang
Yin and Yang is one of the most fundamental concepts in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
It is the foundation of diagnosis and treatment. This concept was discovered in 700 BC in the I
Ching (Book of Changes). This concept is somewhat similar to the concept of Purusha and
Prakriti. Both Yin and Yang are interdependent. They both creates each other. They are never
static but in a constantly changing balance. It they are in imbalance state than they affect each
other and its human being. All philosophical processes, signs and symptoms can be reduced to
Yin and Yang.
Yin depicts qualities such as Darkness, feminine, passive, sunset, earth, matter, right,
negative nature, the moon, shaded orientation, north or shady side of hill and south of river and
also more material and denser. Whereas Yang depicts qualities such as light, masculine, active,
sunrise, heaven, energy, left, positive principle in nature, sun, brightness, south or sunny side of
a hill and north of a river and also non-material and rarefied.
Yin Organs are "Solid" and are constantly active, involved in production and storage of
the body's vital Substances like Blood and Body Fluids. They are thought to hold energy where
dull aches and pains, chilliness, and fatigue are signs of utmost Yin. Yang Organs are "Hollow"
which receive and circulate but do not store, involved in digestion, transformation and excretion.
They are thought to channel energy where acute pain, spasms, and headaches indicate excess
Yang.
Parts of body which are in Yin are front body surface, internal organs, lungs, heart, liver,
kidneys and spleen. Parts of body which are in Yang are Back body surface, large intestine, small
intestine, gallbladder and stomach.
G. Qi (Prana)
Qi, is an invisible life energy. Yin and Yang are the components of Qi. It flows through
Yin and Yang meridians which are located below the surface of skin. Any disruption to the flow
disturbs the balance of Yin and Yang and leads to illness.
There are 12 regular meridians running up and down the body in pairs. Of which 6 are
primarily Yin and Six are Yang. There are 2 more meridians, the conception and governing
vessels which provide control of the 12 other meridians. The even circulation of Qi around the
body are essential for health. There are 365 acupoints along the meridians at which Qi is
concentrated and can enter and leave the body.

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3.1.2. Classification of Ancient Therapy
Ancient Therapy are classified according to its applications that is on how the therapies
are applied. These therapies are classified as:
Medicinal Therapy (Herbal therapy):
It focuses on treating the body cells at biochemical level that is through herbalism &
homeopathy. These treatments are often taken internally, usually by mouth, or applied directly
to the body as creams or lotions.
Physical Therapy (Touch and movement therapy):
It focuses on treating the body primarily as a structure. It promotes relaxation and
stimulate the circulation of the body. It relieves emotional as well as physical tension.
Spiritual Therapy (Mind & Emotion therapy):
It focuses on the emotional, spiritual, and psychological aspects of health. It helps in
affecting body functions such as heart rate, brain waves, and breathing.
The table below gives the classification of ancient therapy including some modern
discoveries.
Medicinal Therapy Physical Therapy Spiritual Therapy
Medical aromatherapy Massage Aroma therapy
Aroma therapy Reflexology Yoga
Naturopathy Acupuncture Crystal therapy
Homeopathy Acupressure Magnetic therapy
Ayurveda Yoga Hypnotherapy
Hydrotherapy Relaxation & breathing
Meditation
Visualization (Colour and Light)
Sound therapy (Music)
Art therapy

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3.1.3. TimeLine of Origin
Therapy Country By Whom Era
Ayurveda India Charaka and Shushruta
from Vedas
Vedic era
2500 B.C.
Naturopathy Greece Hippocrates 5th
century B.C.
Yoga India Patanjali 3rd
century B.C.
3.1.4. Importance of Ancient Therapy
Ancient therapy are important. It teaches us to live life even in the polluted environment.
It teaches to control our body by maintaining a balance diet. It helps to maintain the homeostasis
in body. It helps to live longer without being affected by illness. It teaches to live with hygiene
and by being surrounded by nature. It concentrate on prevention before cure. It builds the daily
healthy schedule which every human being should practice. It is important for us and our next
generation existence. It cures body without any side effects.

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3.1.5. Types of Ancient Therapy
Based on classification, this section focuses on the types of ancient therapy and its
subtypes.
They are (The therapies which are considered important for background study):
A. Ayurveda
B. Naturopathy
C. Yoga
D. Sensory Therapy
Ayurveda is our ancient living medical heritage. The word 'Ayurveda' literally means
'Knowledge of life'. Ayurveda aims at achieving happiness of the body and mind, and forms a
part of day-to-day life.

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Figure 15: Symbol of Ayurveda

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1. Ayurveda
In Sanskrit, Ayurveda means “The Science of Life.” Ayurvedic knowledge originated in
India more than 5,000 years ago and is often called the “Mother of All Healing.” It stems from
the ancient Vedic culture and was taught for many thousands of years in an oral tradition from
accomplished masters to their disciples.
It is divided into three main branches called Nara Ayurveda dealing with human life, Satva
Ayurveda the science dealing with animal life and its diseases, Vriksha Ayurveda the science
dealing with plant life, its growth and diseases. It is amply clear that Ayurveda is not only a
system of medicine but also a way of life for complete positive health and spiritual attainments.
Ayurveda believes that positive health is the basis for attaining four cherished goals of life
The Ayurvedic treatment consists of three factors:
1. Ahara - food.
2. Vihara - mental and physical behavior.
3. Aushadha - medicine.
Ayurvedic treatment covers the widest possible prophylactic and therapeutic approaches viz.,
use of a drug (Aushadha), diet (Pathya) and practices (Vihara) prescribed jointly and contrary to
the cause of the disease.
Figure 16: Origin of Ayurveda

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The treatment is of two types:
1. Swasthasyaurjakara:
The treatment which promotes and safeguards the existing health. For example, aphrodisiac
and geriatric medicine.
2. Aturasyaroganut:
The treatment for the sick. It covers prophylactic and curative medicine. The treatment in
Ayurveda is done by two methods:
A. Shodhana (Cleansing or elimination of junked toxic substances):
Shodhana is the cleaning or eliminating the morbid factors from the body by the five
purificatory procedures. This is done in three phases viz., pre-operative, operative and post-
operative. Pre-operative stage is the operation and sudation therapy. In this phase the patient is
given various medicated Sneha (Lubricants- Ghee, oils, fats and marrow) internally and
externally, and various types of sudation’s are done. By these processes the morbid factors are
loosened and removed or brought to the stomach or the elementary canal. This is followed by
operative stage in which loosened morbid doshas are removed by following modalities:
a. Vamana – Emesis.
b. Virechana – Purgation.
c. Nashya – Nasal Inhalations.
d. Vasti – Medicated retention enemata.
e. Raktamokshana – Bloodletting and Cupping.
The post-operative stage is the gradual administration of food from simple gruel to solid food.
B. Shamana (palliative treatment):
This is done by diet control, fasting, exposing to sun rays and wind, various exercises, yoga
and medicine.
Ancient eight branches of Ayurveda are as follows (Ashtanga Ayurveda):
1. Kayachikitsa – Internal medicine.
2. Shalyatantra – Surgery.
3. Shalakyatantra –Eye & E.N.T. diseases.
4. Kaumaratantra – Pediatrics coupled with midwifery.
5. Agadatantara – Toxicology.
6. Bhutavidya – Psychology and spiritual healing.
7. Rasayanatantra – Geriatrics
8. Vajikarana – Aphrodisiac medicine coupled with eugenics.

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Treatments in Ayurveda:
a. Abhyangam:
Abhyangam is a massage therapy with two in one effect. Medicated
herbal oils are used for Abhyangam. Abhyangam helps to prevent aging
process. It Cures Pain, Mental Stress, Gastric Problems, De-toxification,
Immunity Problems, Weight.
b. Shirodhara:
In this treatment a point pressure is applied by the flow of oil or water
on the patient head. Cures Loss, Paralysis, Skin Problems.
c. Kashayadhara:
This treatment is a kind of sedation therapy using herbal decoction. This
is a process by which the body is made to perspire by means of pouring warm
decoction from special herbs with a special vessel from a certain height in
rhythmic manner and is rubbed into the body. This method removes toxins from the tissues and
promotes fat metabolism, removes tension from muscles and also alleviates pain and stiffness of
the joints and muscles, Fibromyalgia etc. It also cures Sleep Problems, Insomnia, Stress, Hair
Fall.
d. Vasti:
Certain herbal oils, herbal extras etc, are applied through the rectum daily
for a period of 5 to 25 days. This treatment is for Arthritis, paralysis,
Hemiplegia, Numbness, gastric complaints associated with Rheumatism and
constant constipation.
e. Shirovasti:
Certain lukewarm herbal oils are poured in to a cup fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes
per day according to the patient’s conditions for a period for 7 days .This treatments highly
effective for Facial Paralysis .Dryness of nostrils , mouth and throat , server headaches and other
vatha originated diseases.
f. Kativasti:
In this process specially prepared warm medicated oil is kept over the
lower back with herbal paste boundary. This treatment last 45 minutes to 1
hour and it is good for any type of back pain and spinal disorders. Cures Knee
Pain, Knee Arthritis.
Figure 17: Abhyangam
Figure 18:
Kashayadhara
Figure 19: Shirovasti
Figure 20: Kativasti

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g. Kizhi:
Herbal leaves and herbs or herbal powders are applied to the whole body
in boluses with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes per day for a period of 7 to
14 days. It also Cures Spine arthritis, Spondylosis of spine.
h. Mukha Lepam:
This is s herbal face pack with specially made herbal powder and cream.
This Prevents and avoids wrinkles and improves the skin tone .This is also
good for the eyes. It cures Pain, Mental stress.
i. Netra Tharpanam:
This is cleaning process for the eyes, which gives them a cooling effect,
prevents eye diseases and strengthens the optic nerves. Cures Skin Care, Skin
conditions.
j. Pizhichil:
In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by
two to four trained therapists in a special rhythmic way continuously for
about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is
very useful for Rheumatic diseases like Arthritis, Paralysis, Hemiplegia,
Paralysis-Agitanus, Sexual Weakness, Nervous Weakness and Nervous
Disorders etc. It cures Pain, Mental stress, De-toxification, Gastric problems,
Paralysis.
k. Snehapanam:
Medicated ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity
for a period of 8 to 12 days. This treatment is for Osteoarthritis, Psoriasis,
Leukemia etc.
l. Nasyam:
Herbal juices, medicated oils etc . , are applied through the nose for 7 to
14 days. This treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of Headaches,
Paralysis, Mental disorders, and some types of Skin Diseases etc.
Figure 21: Kizhi
Figure 22:
Mukha Lepam
Figure 23: Tharpanam
Figure 24: Pizhichil
Figure 25: Snehapanam
Figure 26: Nasyam

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C.Naturopathy
Naturopathy was found in the work of Greek physician Hippocrates in 5th
Century B.C. and
was later discovered in 19th
century A.D. It is also known as natural medicine or nature cure.
Naturopathy is an art and science of healthy living and a drugless system of healing. It has
its own concept of health and disease and principle of treatment. Naturopathy is a very old
science.
Naturopathy is a multidisciplinary approach that uses the healing power of natural resources,
such as whole foods, medicinal herbs, and fresh air and water, to allow the body to heal itself.
Naturopathy treatment is given to support the triad of health that is musculoskeletal structure of
the body, its internal biochemistry, and emotional wellbeing. Naturopathy works on the
principals of Swasthapurusha and Panchmahabhutas.
Naturopathy advocates aiding human system to remove the cause of disease i.e. toxins by
expelling the unwanted and unused matters from human body for curing diseases. Nature is the
greatest healer. The human body itself has the healing power to prevent itself from disease and
regain health if unhealthy.
In Naturopathy, it is not the disease but the entire body of the patient which is caused and is
renewed. Naturopathy cures patients suffering from chronic ailments in comparatively less time
than any other form of medicine. Naturopathy treats all the aspects like physical, mental, social
and spiritual at the same time. Naturopathy treats the body as a whole. According to Naturopathy,
“Food is only the Medicine”, no external medications are used.
Treatments involved in Naturopathy are:
Diet Therapy:
According to this therapy, the food must be taken in natural form. Fresh seasonal fruits, fresh
green leafy vegetables and sprouts are excellent. These diets help in improving health, purifying
the body and rendering it immune to disease. These diets are broadly classified into three types
which are as follows:
1. Eliminative Diet (Liquids-Lemon, Citric juices)
2. Soothing Diet (Fruits, Salads, Boiled/ Steamed Vegetables)
3. Constructive Diet (Wholesome flour, pulses, Curd)

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Fasting Therapy:
Fasting is primarily the act of willingly abstaining from some or all food, drink, or both, for a
period. Methods of fasting are water, juices or raw vegetable juices. During fasting, the body
burns up and excretes huge amounts of accumulated wastes.
Mud therapy:
Mud therapy is used for giving coolness to body. It dilutes and absorbs
the toxic substances of body and ultimately eliminates them from body.
Mud Packs:
Packs made of unpolluted and chemical free mud are indirectly applied
over eyes and lower abdomen through packs. It relieves congestion in
the eyes and improve digestion. It absorbs excessive heat from the
treated part as it retains coolness for longer time.
Mud Bath:
The direct application of unpolluted and chemical free mud
about a consistency of a thick mush over the body is called mud
bath. It improves blood circulation, tones up the skin, thus
helping a great measure for various skin aliments. It is useful in
skin disorders like Eczema and Psoriasis. It is quiet relaxing and
helps reduce anxiety and stress. It is also useful in the treatment
of Headache, Sleeplessness, Hypertension, Migraine and
Digestive disorders.
Sun Bath:
Sun is a source of energy, exposure of the body to
sun rays has rejuvenating effect. It is also important
for synthesis of vitamin D in our body through the
skin. It is the process where the body is exposed to
sun between 7AM – 8PM for a specific duration of
time. It is also a natural way of fomentation in painful
conditions of muscles, joints and in chronic
Bronchitis and Asthma.
Figure 27: Mud Pack
Figure 28: Mud Bath
Figure 29: Sun Bath

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Hydrotherapy:
It is the treatment of disorders using different forms of water. Hydrothermal therapy additionally
uses its temperature effects, as in hot and cold baths, saunas and body wraps.
Hip Bath:
It is hydro-therapeutic measure where person is made to sit in a
hip bathtub and water is filled up to the navel region. Whereas
Other body parts are kept dry. Feet are to be rested on a foot rest.
Specially designed tub is used for hip bath. It is mainly
administered for improvement of digestion, excretion, and It is
beneficial in gynaecological and urinary problems. Various
temperatures of water like very cold, cold, neutral, warm, hot and
very hot are used depending upon the clinical condition. It is also
useful in Indigestion, Gas Formation, Hyper-acidity,
Constipation, Piles, Menstrual Disorders, Obesity and Diabetes.
Spinal Spray:
A gentle massage of fine water columns through spray on the spinal cord
and its nearby parts is called spinal Spinal Spray. A specially designed tub
is used for this treatment. This serves a great measure in influencing the
central nervous system. It is useful to cure Insomnia, Hypertension,
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Migraine etc.
Spinal Bath:
It is a hydro-therapeutic measure. Here an individual is made to
lie down in a specially designed longitudinal equipment such that
only the back is immersed in water of desired temperature. Spinal
bath is useful in hypertension, insomnia, and musculoskeletal
diseases. It improves blood circulation to the spine, activates the
nervous system, relieves congestion over the spinal nerve, and
provides total relaxation. It cures hypertension, headache and
backache.
Figure 30: Hip Bath
Figure 31: Spinal Spray
Figure 32: Spinal Bath

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Immersion Bath:
Immersion bath is administered by immersing the entire body
other than head in a full size tub filled with water of desired
temperature depending upon the condition of a health-seeker.
It creates an appetite, accelerates the circulation and arouses
the nervous system. It cures Sleeplessness, Anxiety, Nervous
debility, Joint pain, Depression, Parkinsonism, Hypertension,
Migraine and certain skin diseases.
Hot and Cold Fomentation:
Alternate applications of hot and cold compresses causes
contraction and dilation of blood vessels and helps to relieve
congestion and toxins from the tissues. This treatment is given for
relieving acute pain in various parts of the body. It cures Asthma
and muscular pain.
Steam Bath:
Steam bath is specially designed wooden or fiber chamber. Patient
sits inside the chamber and steam is circulated. Sweating initiated
by steam bath helps in elimination of toxins from the body. It is
Excellent for detoxification, skin diseases, Arthritis, Obesity,
Diabetes etc.
Local Steam:
The process of giving hot fomentation using steam with or without
herbs to a specific part of the body is called local steam. It cures
acute and chronic inflammations and pains. It is useful in Arthritis,
Frozen shoulder, General Pains, Cold, Cough and sinusitis.
Enema:
An enema is the procedure of introducing liquids into the rectum
and colon via the anus. Simple water enema is used for cleansing
the bowel. Lukewarm water, saline water (0. 9%) is used for
cleansing impacted faecal matter. It helps to remove faecal matter and toxins from the colon. It
is useful in constipation, indigestion, acidity and digestive disorders.
Figure 33: Immersion Bath
Figure 34: Fomentation
Figure 35: Steam Bath
Figure 36: Enema

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Exercise and Physiotherapy:
Physiotherapy is a specialized branch of medicine that assesses,
diagnoses, treats, and works to prevent disease and disability
through physical means by assisting individuals to overcome
movement disorders, which may have been present from birth,
acquired through accident or injury, or are the result of ageing or
life-changing events. Various physical agents including exercise,
mobilization, manipulation, exercise and electrotherapy are used to treat diverse group of
disorders.
Meditation:
Meditation is effortless concentration to still the mind, focus it
away from the everyday concerns of your talking self, and to
listen inward. The rest in meditation is deeper than deepest sleep
that you can ever have. When the mind becomes free from
agitation, calm and serene and at peace, meditation happens. A
calm mind, good concentration, clarity of mind, improvement in
communication, blossoming of skills and talents, an unshakeable inner strength, healing, the
ability to connect to an inner source of energy, relaxation, and rejuvenation are all natural results
of meditation
Massage Therapy:
Massage therapy is manual manipulation of soft body tissues
(muscle, connective tissue, tendons and ligaments) to prevent and
alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasm, stress, and to promote
health and wellness. Sesame oil or coconut oil is used for massage
which is particularly useful for chronic pain. It increases blood
circulation, lymphatic drainage and skin function. Activates the nerves,
muscles, joints and sense organs, simulates the immune system, energy,
stamina and vitality, tones and relaxes the whole body, and reduces the
aging process.
Chromo Therapy:
Seven colours of Sun rays have different therapeutic effects. Water and oil
exposed to sun for specified hours in coloured bottles and coloured glasses,
are used as devices of Chromo Therapy for treating different disorders.
Figure 37: Exercise
Figure 38: Meditation
Figure 39: Massage
Figure 40:
Chromotherapy

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Air Therapy:
The advantage of air therapy can be achieved by means of Air bath. It is advised to take an air
bath daily for 20 minutes or longer if possible. It is more advantageous when combined with
morning cold rub and exercises.
Magnet Therapy:
Magnet therapy is a clinical system in which human ailments are
treated and cured through the application of magnets to the body of
the patients. It is the simplest, cheapest and entirely painless system
of treatment with almost no side effects. The only tool used is the
magnet. Also, magnetic belts are used for different parts such as
Abdomen, knee and for wrist.
Acupressure:
Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers or any
blunted objects to press key points called as ‘Acu Points’ (Energy
stored points) on the surface rhythmically on the skin to stimulate
the body’s natural self-curative abilities.
Acupuncture:
Acupuncture is ancient traditional Chinese system of healing. In
this therapy fine needles are used to stimulate various points in the
body. It has various effects on the body like analgesic, sedative,
Homeostatic, Immune enhancing, and tranquilizing effects. It is
very well used in treatment of Paralysis, Migraine, Insomnia,
Sciatica, Cerebral palsy, spondylosis, Sinusitis, Spinal cord
disorders etc.
Reflexology:
Reflexology is the application of appropriate pressure to specific
points and areas on the feet, hands, or ears. Although reflexology
is not used to diagnose or cure disease, millions of people around
the world use it to complement other treatments when addressing
conditions like anxiety, asthma, cancer treatment, cardiovascular
issues, diabetes, headaches, kidney function, PMS, and sinusitis.
Figure 41: Magnet Therapy
Figure 42: Acupressure
Figure 43: Acupuncture
Figure 44: Reflexology

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Figure 45: Eight Limbs of Yoga (Ashtanga Yoga)

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D.Yoga
The word yoga means Union in Sanskrit.
Yoga is one of the six systems of Vedic philosophy. Maharishi Patanjali, rightly called
"The Father of Yoga" compiled and refined various aspects of Yoga systematically in his "Yoga
Sutras". It was practiced 4000 years ago.
Yoga means union with the divine force which brings total development and happiness
in our life. It is the Yoga science, which teaches the methods to attain physical, physiological,
psychological harmony in the body.
The practice of yoga keeps body healthy and produces exaltation of mental faculties,
which further leads to spiritual perfection. The benefits are thus, physical, psychological and
spiritual.
He advocated the eight folds path of Yoga, popularly known as "Ashtanga Yoga" for all-round
development of human beings. It consists of Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara,
Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi. These components advocate certain restraints and observances,
physical discipline, breath regulations, restraining the sense organs, contemplation, meditation
and samadhi.
These steps are believed to have a potential for improvement of physical health by
enhancing circulation of oxygenated blood in the body, retraining the sense organs thereby
inducing tranquillity and serenity of mind. The practice of Yoga prevents psychosomatic
disorders and improves an individual’s resistance and ability to endure stressful situations. It
Maintains positive health, good in respiratory disorders, cardiac disorders, musculoskeletal
disorders, improves flexibility, increases memory and concentration, reduces stress.
Figure 46: Yogasana

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Types of Yoga:
1. Japa Yoga:
To concentrate one’s mind on divine name or holy syllable, mantra etc. through repeated
recitation or remembrance.
2. Karma Yoga:
It teaches us to perform all actions without having any desire for their fruit. In this
sadhana, a Yogi considers his duty as divine action, perform it with whole-hearted dedication
but shuns away all desires.
3. Gyana Yoga:
It teaches us to discriminate between self and non-self and to acquire the knowledge of
one’s spiritual entity through the study of scriptures, company of Saints and practices of
meditation.
4. Bhakti Yoga:
Bhakti Yoga, a system of intense devotion with emphasis on complete surrender to divine
will. The true follower of Bhakti Yoga is free from egoism remains humble and unaffected by
the dualities of the world.
5. Raja Yoga:
Raja Yoga popularly known as “Ashtanga Yoga” is for all-round development of human
beings. These are Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana and
Samadhi.
6. Swara Yoga:
Swara Yoga is the Science, which is about the realization of cosmic consciousness,
through the awareness/ observation then control/ manipulation of the flow of breath in the
nostrils. Swara Yoga involves the systematic study of the breath flowing through the nostril (or
Swara) in relation to the prevailing phases of the Sun, Moon, time of day and direction.
It is the association of the breath in relation to the activities or phases or positions of the
Sun, Moon, Planets, Seasons, Time of day, with the physical and mental conditions of the
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7. Kundalini:
Kundalini Yoga is a part of Tantric Tradition. Since the dawn of creation, the Tantrics
and yogis have realised that in this physical body, there is a potential force residing in Muladhara
Chakra, the first of seven Chakras. The seat of Kundalini is a small gland at the base of the spinal
cord. In the masculine body it is in the perineum between the urinary and excretory organs. In
the female body its location is at the root of the uterus in the cervix. Those people who have
awakened this supernatural force have been called Rishis, Prophets, Yogis, Siddhas and other
names according to the time, tradition and culture.
To awaken the Kundalini, you must prepare yourself through yogic techniques such as
Shatkriya, Asana, Pranayama, Bandha, Mudra and Meditation. Awakening of Kundalini results
in an explosion in the brain as the dormant or sleeping areas start blossoming like flowers.
8. Nadi:
As described by Yogic texts, Nadi are flow of energy which we can visualize at the psychic
level as having distinct channels, light, colour, sound and other characteristics. The entire
network of nadis is so vast that even yogic texts differ in their calculations of the exact number.
Reference in the Goraksh Samhita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika place their number at 72,000;
emerged from the navel center- the Manipuri Chakra. Of all the thousands of nadis, Susumna is
said to be the most important. The Shiva Swarodaya enumerates ten major nadis which connect
to the ‘doorways’ leading in and out of the body. Of these ten, Ida, Pingala and Sushumna are
the most important, they are the high voltage wires which conduct the energy to the substations
or Chakras situated along the spinal column.
Figure 47: Four main branches of Yoga.

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Some of the important yoga poses (Asanas) are:
1. Surya Namaskars:
The art of sun salutation has been handed down by Vedic sages from ages for the
enlightenment and betterment of the human race. Activating the sun side or the male side of the
body, this part of yoga makes one active, stretches, tones, massages and strengthens the entire
body. Added later on the original group of asanas, Sun Salutation is much needed set of postures
in modern day. Vitalizing the solar energy in the body, it is a complete practice to kick start the
day with zeal and enthusiasm.
2. Standing Poses:
Working on the confidence and endurance levels of the body, standing postures strengthens
the back, shoulder, legs muscles, etc. Enhancing the muscle coordination, they improves posture
and accentuates the ability to keep the back straighten during meditation and Pranayama.
Standing poses also forms bases to many advance poses as they make the body flexible, supple
and enables the spine to stay erect.
3. Kneeling Poses:
Kneeling down poses includes postures that focuses on the Vajra asana or thunderbolt pose
postures. These poses are practiced all around the world in different traditions and culture, for it
activates the genitor-urinary nadi and controls the sexual energy. These poses strengthen the
back& knee, tones things, also improves the functioning of the reproductive system. Improving
digestion, bowel movement, toning the sides are few of the other added benefits of Kneeling
down poses.
4. Sitting Poses:
An inclusive of forward bending and spine twisting asanas, sitting poses require a great deal
of hip opening and hamstring stretch. They also aim at twisting the spine leading to a healthy
and robust spine. It is mandatory for every session of yoga to include spine twisting asanas, as it
makes the spinal column flexible, stimulates the spinal nerves and creates a string abdomen. On
the other hand, forward bending asanas passively use the gravitational force to stretch the
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5. Prone Position Poses:
Prone position is conducted by lying on the stomach and majorly constitutes of backward
bending asanas. Aimed at creating extroversion of the body, they expand the chest, strengthen
the shoulders and allow the practitioner to embrace life to the fullest. Structured to counter
gravity, they require higher strength and energy to b performed. Some other advantages are
toning the stomach, hips, thighs, strengthen the spine and spinal nerves.
6. Supine Position Poses:
Lying down with face up constitutes of supine poses. This group of asanas includes abdomen
related postures. Supine position works on both front and back. Acting with the gravity, it relaxes
the mind and body by providing substantial support. It tones the abdomen, sides, strengthens the
thighs and activates all the chakra. It also includes many relaxations poses for post yoga session.
7. Inverted Poses:
Reversing the action of gravity, these set of asanas are considered to the best and must for
one and all. Highly beneficial in increasing concentration, mental power, beat stress and release
tension, they relax the heart, as the heart is resting against gravity. Apart from physical
revelations, they also act on the emotional aspect of the personality. Throwing light on the older
patterns, they refresh and revitalise practitioner’s mood and thinking. They throw the blood to
the brain, regulates the stagnant lymph and blood accumulated in the lower abdomen and pelvis
region.

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Figure 48: Sequence of Hath Yoga Asanas.

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E.Sensory Therapy
We are human being and born to live bounded by nature and its environment. We perform
our daily activities and necessary chores to sustain our life and earn a living. For this we need to
activate our senses. Where our senses play an important role to deal with daily life problems.
Living, breathing, eating, talking, listening, playing and all our daily duties are the result of
activated senses. Therapy are essential for keeping our body system alive. These includes the
rejuvenation of our sensory organs. All these can be termed as a Sensory therapy, only when we
regulate it, control it, schedule it, and follow a discipline. All this can be regarding physical,
spiritual and medicinal aspects.
1. Aromatherapy: (Nose)
This therapy uses use of essential aromatic oil. The aromas are inhaled
by our nose and theses aroma helps to cure insomnia, headaches, stress,
asthmas, cold and many more.
2. Dance movement therapy: (Body)
It is the method of expressing thoughts and feeling through
movement. It was developed in US in 1940s. it promotes self esteem
and gains insight into emotional problems, as well as it is also
practised to help those with serious mental and physical disabilities.
It helps to cure depression, anxiety and psychotic conditions.
3. Hypnotherapy: (Eye)
It uses states of hypnosis to promote healing. practitioner
induce a state of consciousness akin to deep daydreaming in which
the patient is deeply relaxed and open to suggestion and can be
desensitized to fears, phobias or pain.
4. Sound and music therapy: (Ear)
Hear vibrations such as music and mantras and chanting are used to heal body and mind. It
cures stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, Autism, relief pain, etc.
5. Visualization and art therapy: (Eye)
Visualization is a technique which uses the imagination and paintings to help people to cope
with stress and activate the body self-healing processes.
Figure 49:
Aromatherapy
Figure 50:
Dance movement therapy
Figure 51: Hypnotherapy

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3.2. Modern Therapy
Modern science is developing day by day. It advances in both technology and science. It
is also advancing in Medical Sciences. Other than alternative medicine there are Modern therapy
which cures many diseases which are not possible to cure by Ancient therapies due to some
reasons. Most of the modern therapy are also called Allopathy and are invented after 19th
century.
Allopathy Stands for different suffering and is a Greek word. Allopathy is the treatment of
disease by conventional means, i.e. with drugs having effects opposite to the symptoms. Here
the drug is given to suppress the system. It is useful for curing the rare diseases and severe
diseases in less time.
Ways of Healing:
Modern therapy Heals the patient by using drugs, which can cause side effects and result
in formation of other disease since it forks on the basis of suppressing system.
Importance of Modern Therapy:
Modern therapy is also important. Since it has many benefits. And can fight severe
diseases which is not cured by Ancient therapy in No Time.
Benefits and Consequences:
Modern therapy uses drugs to cure the symptoms originate from various disease. But it also
Causes side effects. For example drugs like aspirin is used to cure headaches and pain but it also
gives side effects like dizziness and body system weakness and suppression.
3.3. Ancient Therapy Versus Modern Therapy
Modern therapy Ancient Therapy
Cures after disease occur Prevent from disease to occur
Are much dependent on technology Dependent on spirit revitalization
Chemical therapy Herbal and medicinal therapy
Overdose can harm Overdose doesn’t harm
It is a fast curing process It is a slow curing process
Has slow lasting effect Has long lasting effect
Causes Side effects Do not cause side effect
Can cause Harm Harmless

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Figure 52: Ministry of AYUSH

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AYUSH is an Abbreviation of Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy.
It is the Educational system of healthcare in India which seeks out attention in Ancient
Therapy including some modern therapy. It focuses in the development of Education and
Research in Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy.
The Ministry of AYUSH was formed on 9th November 2014 for the optimal
development of AYUSH system of Healthcare in India. Earlier it was known as the Department
of Indian System of Medicine and Homeopathy (ISM&H) which was created in March 1995.
After that ISM&H was renamed as Department of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani,
Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) in November 2003 with a view to provide focused attention
for the development of Education and Research in Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani,
Siddha and Homoeopathy.
The ministry runs multiple healthcare programs; primarily aiming at the rural population.
It forms rules and regulation for use of Indian medicinal standards. It also promotes the
cultivation of medicinal plants used in it system. Many medicinal colleges and hospitas are
registered within AYUSH Infrastructures.
Figure 53: Logo of Department of AYUSH
(2003)

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Courses offered by various colleges:
There are many courses offered by colleges of Alternative Medicines. Some are mentioned
below in the table:
Abbrev. Courses offered Duration Type
B.A.M.S. Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery 5 ½ year UG (Degree)
M.D. Doctor of Medicine (Ayurveda) 3 year PG (Degree)
M.S. Master of Science (Ayurveda) 3 year PG (Degree)
M.Pharm Master in Ayurveda pharmacy 3 year PG (Degree)
B.Pharm Bachelor in Ayurveda pharmacy 4 year UG (Degree)
D.Pharm Diploma in Ayurveda pharmacy 2 year Diploma
B.Sc Nursing in Ayurveda 5 year Degree
B.N.Y.S. Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yoga Science 4 ½ year UG (Degree)
D.N.Y.S. Diploma in yoga and naturopathy 1 year PG (Diploma)
M.A. Master of Arts in applied yoga and health 2 year PG (Degree)
B.A. Bachelor of arts in yoga and naturopathy 3 year UG (Degree)

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Details B.A.M.S. course:
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery is a medicinal course which imparts to students
the knowledge of healing properties of the Ayurveda. The following table below give glimpse
of Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery.
Section I (1.5 years) Section II (1.5 years) Section III (1.5 years)
History of Ayurveda Rasa Shastra avum Bhaisajya
Kalpana (Pharmaceuticals of
Ayurveda)
Shalya tantra (General surgery
and Para surgical techniques)
Sanskrit and Samhita Dravyaguna (Material Medici of
Ayurveda)
Shalakya Tantra (ENT, Eye,
and Dentistry)
Padartha Vigyana
(Ayurvedic
philosophy)
Vyavahar Ayurveda, Agadtantra,
and Vidhi Vaidyaka (Jurisprudence
and Toxicology)
Prasuti tantra avum Stri roga
(Gynaecology and Obstetrics)
Rachna Sharira
(anatomy)
Nidan/Vikriti Vigyana (Pathology)
/Nadi Parkisa (Pulse diagnosis)
Kaumara bhritya (Paediatrics)
Kriya Sharira
(physiology)
Svasthavritta Yoga (Personal and
social hygiene including dietetics)
Medical Ethics
- Charaka Samhita (A classical text
of Ayurveda)
Health Regulations
- - Yoga
- - Dissertation

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Details of B.N.Y.S. Course:
Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Science is a medicinal course which imparts to students the
knowledge of Naturecure and Yoga. The following table below give a glimpse of study in
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery.
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Biochemistry Pathology Naturopathic & modern
diagnosis
Yoga therapy
Human
anatomy
Microbiology Psychology & basic
psychiatry
Obstetrics &
gynaecology
Human
physiology
Community
medicine
Acupuncture, acupressure,
reflexology, Reiki, & Pranic
healing
Hydrotherapy & mud
therapy
Philosophy of
nature cure
Basic
pharmacology
Yoga & physical culture Fasting & diet therapy
Principle of
yoga
Forensic medicine
& toxicology
Nutrition & herbology Clinical naturopathy
Hospital
management
Philosophy &
practice of yoga
Manipulative therapies Emergency medicine,
minor surgery and
first aid
- Colour &
magneto therapy
Research methodology and
recent advances
Physical medicine
and rehabilitation

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Chapter III: Case Studies
4.1. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurveda and Research Centre, Pimpri, Maharashtra
4.2. Nisargopchar Ashram, Pune, Maharashtra
4.3. Vaidyagram, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
4.4. Vasanta Institute of Ayurveda, Pune, Maharashtra

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4.1.
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurveda
And
Research Centre
Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra
(Live casestudy of Ayurvedic Institute)

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6. Basement Parking (11cars, 95bikes)
7. Reception and Waiting Area
8. Shirodhara room (2 x 14.5 sqm)
9. Nasya (2 x 13 sqm)
10. Sweda (2 x 9.2 sqm)
11. Sneha (2 x 9.2 sqm)
12. Basti/Verechana (2 x 13 sqm) with
Toilet (T).
13. Vamana (2 x 9.6 sqm)
14. Doctors room (2 x 8 sqm) with T.
15. Storeroom (87 sqm)
16. Utility room (8 sqm)
17. Cloakroom (44 sqm)
18. Pharmacy + Storage (125 sqm)
19. Lift (3 x 5 sqm)
20. Canteen
Figure 54: Basement Floor Plan
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4.1. Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurveda and Research
Centre, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra.
• Location: Pimpri Colony, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
• Typology:
• Ayurvedic Institute and Research centre
(Ayurveda).
• Architecture: Modern R.C.C.
Construction.
• Founded by: Dr. D. Y. Patil.
• Established in: 2003.
• Website: www.ayurved.dypvp.edu.in.
• Accessibility:
• 15km from the Pune Railway station.
• 20km from the Pune Airport.
• 2km from the Pimpri Railway station.
• Vision
• To help build an enlightened, culturally and economically vibrant India, developed
through education in diverse disciplines.
• Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council)
• First Ayurveda Institute to be individually accredited ‘A’ Grade by NAAC at National
Level.
Figure 60: Accessibility Figure 59: Institute Location
Figure 56:
Dr. D.Y. Patil
Figure 55: College Entrance
Figure 58: God Dhanvantari Figure 57: Parking

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• Ayurveda College:
• The College consists of Exhibition room,
laboratories, classroom, auditoriums,
offices and an herbal garden with rare
species of plants.
• Requirements are satisfied under Central
Council Indian Medicine (CCIM) norms.
• College entrance:
• The entrance is dedicated by the statue of Lord
Dhanvantari (god of health) and lamps.
• Third floor consist of:
• Departments such as Panchakarma, Shalakyatantra,
dravyaguna, Shalyatantra, Swasthavritta, Balrog, Kayachikitsa, Streerog, Rasashastra,
Yoga hall, Girls’ and boys’ common room.
• Fourth floor consist of:
• Agad tantra Department, Library, and Departments of Kriya Sharir, Rachana Sharir,
Sanskrit Samhita.
Figure 61: College Exterior
Figure 65 Agadtantra Dept Museum Figure 66: Atrium
Figure 64: Lecture room Figure 63: Library
Figure 62: Reading hall

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1. Admin area with conference hall, director cabin, deans’ cabin, reception and waiting
area, office super intendent, tiffin room, pantry, conference room, records and
administration office.
2. Registration office, dormitory, casualty and recovery department, accounts, admin,
superintendent and medical chief cabin.
3. Yoga room with changing room.
4. Balrog, Obstetrics, Sonography, Gynae, lab, x-ray, dark room, technician, Skin, kaya,
treatment OT, general ward, Eye, Minor OT and recovery room.
Figure 67: Ground Floor Plan
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1. Classroom, Demo room, Museum, Reader and Lecturer room + waiting and professor
room.
2. Male and female ward with Nurses station. Incubator, pre-labour and labour room.
3. Anaesthetist, changing room, sterilisation unit, Preparation and intensive care unit, 3
operation theatre, ophthalmology (OT), Preparation and recovery room.
Figure 68: First Floor Plan
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1. Classroom, Demo room, Museum, Reader and Lecturer room + waiting and professor
room.
2. Female ward with Nurses station.
3. Museum with lecture and reader room.
4. Other treatment wards with waiting and doctors’ room,
Figure 69: Second Floor Plan
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Figure 81: Arogyam Therapy Room Figure 80: Ayushman Therapy room
Figure 79: OT Major Figure 78: OT Minor
Figure 77: Yoga Hall Figure 76: Ward
Figure 75: Corridor Figure 72:Classroom Figure 74: Exterior Figure 73: Central clinical lab
Figure 71: Dravyaguna Dept. Museum Figure 70: Kriya Sharir Dept. Museum

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• Ayurvedic Hospital:
• The Ayurveda Hospital is 250 bed capacity.
• It has It has 9 OPD’s and 10 IPD’s wards for
patient care.
• The Hospital has facilities like- USG, X-Ray,
ECG, Central Clinical Lab, Ventilator and
Defibrillator.
• Free medicines to Indoor and OPD Patients Diagnostic Facilities.
• Hospital waste are treated under the norms of Bio-Medical waste Management.
• Reception and registration counter with panchakarma centre.
• There are 48 doctors in the campus.
• Operation Theatre:
• Hospital has an OT of Shalakyatantra, Shalya, Stree Rog & Prasuti.
• Pharmacy:
• The Pharmacy of the Institute prepares a wide range of authentic Ayurvedic medicines
and cosmetics which are used for OPD and IPD patients.
• Panchakarma centre:
• There are separate sections for male and female with rooms with snehana, swedana,
vamana, virechna, basti, shirodhara, nasya, raktamokshana facility
• Keralian panchakarma procedures like Patra pottali, pizichal, panda etc are also applied.
• OPD:
• Every month there are average 7500 OPD patient.
• Kaychikitsa, Panchakarma, Shalya, Shalakya (Netra, Mukh Nasa & Karna), Streerog,
Balrog, Swasthavritta and Yoga, Aatualuka Causality.
• IPD:
• Every month there are average 450 IPD patient.
• Kaychikitsa, Panchakarma, Shalya, Shalakya, Streerog, and Balrog.
Figure 82: Registration area

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• Programs offered on campus:
• UG programme: 1 - B.A.M.S with 100 students’ intake.
• PG Programmes: 14 with an intake of 80 students (M.D in 11 subjects, M.S in 3
subjects).
• M.D. Programmes include Sanskrit Samhita, Rachana Sharir, Kriya Sharir,
Swasthavritta, Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, Panchakarma, Rog nidan, Agad
Tantra, Dravya Guna, Bal Rog, Kayachikitsa.
• M.S. Programmes include Shalyatantra, Strirog & Prasutitantra, Shalakya Tantra.
• Ph. D. courses, includes research in 7 subjects like Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, Stri-
roga, Samhita Siddhant, Shalyatantra, Swasthavritta and Rognidan.
• Departments of Ayurveda in Institute:
• Sanskrit Samhita Siddhant
• This is the first and the most important Department
of Ayurveda, also known as Basic principles. This
department is concerned with basic principles of
Ayurveda which are described in classical texts i.e.
Ayurveda Samhitas.
• Rachana Sharir
• It is one of the important pillars of basic
principles of Ayurveda. It deals with the
study of Structure of the Human Body and
topics like embryology, histology,
Anthropometry, Genetics, marma sharir etc
as per Ayurveda and Modern science.
• Kriya Sharir
• It deals with the normal function of human body and its parts. It emphasizes the
concepts of Dosha, Dhatu and Malas. “Prakriti Parikshan” that is the analysis of body
and mind is the speciality of this subject.
• Dravyaguna
• According to Charaka there is nothing on the earth which is not medicine. That’s why
Ayurveda considers all substances as medicine. It’s a complete science of herbal plants.
Ayurvedic drugs, especially herbs are prescribed in different pharmaceutical forms, to
get maximum therapeutic effect.
Figure 83: Samhita Dept. Museum
Figure 84:Rachana Sharir Museum

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• Rasashastra & Bhaishyajya Kalpana
• It is Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics dealing mainly with the drugs of herbal and mineral
origin, their varieties, characteristics, processing techniques, properties and their
therapeutic uses along with the descriptions of various apparatus, different kinds of
furnaces, heating devices and heating schedules.
• Vikruti Vigyan Avum Rognidan:
• It deals with the factors which are essential to understand disease process as well as the
diagnosis of disease. The Knowledge gained by scrutinizing the causes and symptoms
of a disease related to person is called Vikruti Vigyan.
• Swasthvritta:
• Ayurveda has given first preference for
maintenance of health. Swasthvritta
department deals with the total health or
complete fitness; harmony at each level
i.e. physical, physiological, psychological
and spiritual of a human being.
• Agadtantra & Vyavahar Ayurved Vidhi Vaidyaka:
• Deals with various natural and artificial toxic substances and poisons in detail along
with their antidotes, signs and symptoms and legal aspects of medical ethics and
standards.
• Streeroga and Prasutitantra:
• It deals with management of diseases manifesting specially in women in every stage of
life with gynaecological and obstetric care.
• Kaumarbhritya Tantra:
• It deals with the care of the child from the Conception to till the Maturity. It is one of
the Eight Branches (Astang) of Ayurveda. It focuses on all aspects of nursing and
healthy upbringing of new-born’s, infants and children by holistic approach for better
progeny and society.
• Shalyatantra:
• It teaches the fundamentals of surgical diseases, various disability and deformity,
trauma, fractures, congenital and acquired illnesses etc.
Figure 85: Swasthvritta Museum

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• Shalakyatantra:
• It deals with the diseases & Treatment of Netra (Eye), Karna (Ear), Nasa (Nose),
Mukha (Oral cavity) & Shira (Head). This Branch is given Prime Importance Among
the 8 Branches of Ayurveda.
• Panchakarma:
• The Shodhan (Panchakarma) means five methods of body purification. These methods
are employed in the healthy to prevent diseases and to improve the immunity as also in
the sick to treat a number of diseases.
• Kayachikitsa:
• It is the first branch of ashtang Ayurveda that
deals with general medicine, where kaya
means body and chikitsa means treatment.
Kaya also refers to Agni on entire ayurvedic
therapeutics is based on the concept of Agni.
Correction of Agni is the basic line of
treatment for most of the diseases.
• Pros and Cons:
• Rich in aesthetics.
• Better Connectivity.
• Atrium make a feel of massiveness of the structure.
• Too much Luxurious (not dealt with the concept of Ayurveda).
• Too much confusion in arrangement of Spaces.
• Plantation inside the college.
• They have farm for cultivating herbs.
• Well lit spaces by Sunlight.
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Figure 86: Practical Lab

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4.2.
Nisargopchar Ashram
Urali, Pune, Maharashtra
(Live casestudy of Nature Cure Treatment Centre)

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Figure 87: Site Plan
1. Entrance.
2. Establishment symbol.
3. Security Cabin.
4. Parking area.
5. Food stall.
6. General treatment ward (Male and
Female).
7. Utility store.
8. Administration block.
9. Canteen block.
10. Accommodation.
11. Library.
12. Assembly hall.
13. Farming and plantation area.
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4.2. Nisargopchar Ashram, Pune, Maharashtra.
• Location: Uruli Kanchan Village, Urali, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
• Typology: Nature Cure Treatment Centre (Naturopathy).
• Run By: Nisargopchar Gram Sudhar Trust.
• Founded By: Mahatma Gandhi (Architect) in 1946.
• Therapy involved: Naturopathy and Yoga.
• Site Area: 20 Acres
• Current occupied land: 4 Acres Built currently and remaining land is under
cultivation.
• Website: www.nisargopcharashram.org.
• Accessibility:
• 30km away from Pune city (towards east of pune).
• 10 minutes (800m) walk from Urali railway station.
• 35 minutes (30km) from Pune to Urali by train.
• 1km from the Main highway nearby is Pune-Solapur Highway.
• Climate:
• Urali is situated 559m above mean seal level. The maximum temperature in summer is
38.8 degree Celsius. The minimum temperature in winter is 6.1 degree Celsius. The
climate is very pleasant throughout the year.
• History:
• During Pre-independence period, Gandhiji accompanied Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel for
his treatment to Pune at Dr. Dinshaw Mehta’ s Nature Cure centre.
• In 1946, Mahatma Gandhiji founded this ashram, after getting influenced by Fasting
and right diet (which are the basic principles of naturopathy) when he was in south
Africa.
Figure 2: Accessibility Figure 3: Ashram Location

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• Objectives of Ashram:
• To promote preventive aspects of naturopathy in rural areas.
• To educate the people about the correct way of life, by treating people who are
suffering from various health problems.
• The ashram is also a research and documentation hub in the field of naturopathy related
to chronic diseases.
• Capacity in Ashram:
• Had a capacity of 200 in patients and 60 outpatients.
• Charges within Ashram:
• Consultation fees ranges from 300 to 80 Rupees. (250 for Urban and 80 for Local
outpatient)
• Accommodation fee ranges from 150 to 1000 Rupees per day per head. Including the
booking deposit of 2000 Rupees.
• Visitors has to pay 250 Rupees for the Entry charges.
• Duration of stay:
• The duration of the stay depends on patient illness. The general period for treatment
ranges from one to three month depending on illness.
• Architecture:
• The ashram is enriched with Vernacular architecture with the use of sloping roof and
trusses. With large ceiling height. Use of veranda for waiting area. Introducing natural
paths and nature trails for patients. R.C.C. structures are used for construction.
• Administration:
• The administration block handles all the records and the admission of the patients in the
ashram and is located before the entry to the main ashram area. It includes areas such
as:
Reception and waiting area 5m2
Cashier and manager area 10m2
Clerk area 4m2
Computer room and cut-off lobby 4.5m2
The total area for the administration 22m2

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Figure 93: Entrance and Security Cabin Figure 91: Food stall and Parking Figure 92: Parking Area
Figure 94: Symbolism Figure 7: Entrance Figure 95: Car Parking Area Figure 97: Reception
Figure 98: Admin Block Entrance Figure 99: Admin Block Figure 96: Waiting area
Figure 90: Library Plan Figure 89: Admin Block Plan Figure 88: Male Treatment Ward Plan
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• Daily Activity Schedule:
• The Ashram has been rendering specific treatment for specific diseases with the general
schedule of activities as mentioned below.
Time Activities
5 AM Invocation (seeking oneness with the Self through prayer)
5 -7 AM Massage (45 minutes)
5.15 - 6.15 AM Yoga for Women
6 - 7 AM Yoga - General session (Disease-specific yoga)
6.15 - 7.15 AM Yoga - General session
7.30 - 8 AM Special Yoga session for obesity
7 - 8.30 AM Herbal tea and juice
8.30 - 9 AM Sun bath and mud therapy
9 - 9.30 AM Gooseberry, turmeric and wheat grass juice
9 - 11 AM Hydrotherapy and Magnet therapy
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM Lunch - Natural diet
12.30 - 1 PM Mud pack on forehead
1- 2 PM Silence Period
2.15 - 2.45 PM Pranayama
3 - 4.15 PM Herbal tea / Juice;
Hydrotherapy, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Library
4.15 - 5 PM Discourses on Naturopathy, Yoga and Holistic health
5 - 5.15 PM Orientation of new patients
5.30 - 6.30 PM Dinner
6.30 - 7 PM Walk / Leisure time / Recreation
7.15 - 8 PM Prayer
8 - 9 PM Meditation / self-study
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• Total Visitor Annually:
• During the year 2017-18, 6066 indoor patients took admission at the Ashram. Among
them, 92.3% were from urban areas, 7.1% from rural areas and 0.6% patients were
foreign nationals.
• Among indoor patients, 58.37% were female and 41.63% were male patients.
• There were 2899 outdoor patients and 35.0% were from rural areas.
• Indoor Admissions during 2017–18
PATIENTS URBAN RURAL FOREIGN /
NRI
TOTAL
Indoor 5600 431 35 6066
Out-door 1885 1014 - 2899
Total 7485 1445 35 8965
• Month-wise Admission of Patients
Figure 100: Month-wise admission of patients

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• Therapy involved within Ashram:
• Treatments are based on panchmahabhutas i.e. the five elements of nature Acupressure,
Acupuncture, Enema, Neurotherapy, Physiotherapy, Diet Therapy, Foot/Arm Bath, Hip
Bath, Massage, Mud Packs (using treated black soil where cultivation has been done),
Spinal Bath, Steam Bath, Sun Bath, Tub Bath, Yoga.
• The patients are given fresh and natural foods and eliminations of toxins are achieved
through fasting, fruits, juices and meditation.
• Doctors and intern students are present to treat the patients.
• The laboratory is located outside the ashram and any tests (if needed) are conducted at
this laboratory.
• Diseases treated at Ashram:
• Hypertension, Bronchial asthma, Bronchitis, Migraine, Sinusitis, Anaemia, Allergies,
Psoriasis, Eczema, Metabolic Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Obesity, Digestive Disorders,
Post-Operative Musculoskeletal, Psychosomatic diseases like Type 2 Diabetes mellitus,
Gynaecological disorders, such as poly cystic ovarian disease, insulin resistance,
Musculoskeletal diseases like cervical and lumbar spondylosis, early osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis, frozen shoulder, tennis and golfer’s elbow, calcaneal spur and
others.
• Every year the ashram does research in many diseases and publish their case study in
research magazine.
• Diseases not treated at ashram:
• There are some diseases which are not easy to cure by naturopathy due to some reasons.
• Hence the ashram does not treat patient suffering from Type Diabetes mellitus,
Multiple sclerosis, Renal Failure, Paralysis, Tuberculosis, Genetic and congenital
malformations, Schizophrenia, Severe depression, Leprosy, Advanced stage of Cancer,
HIV, Thalassemia and Sickle cell anaemia, Alzheimer’s disease, Motor neuron diseases
and other severe and contagious diseases.
• Training camps:
• Ashram also runs camps and workshop based on naturopathy, village health and stress
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• Accommodations within ashram:
• Ashram provides 4 different types of accommodations such as general ward, single or
double sharing dormitory and cottages and bungalows.
• All the rooms are attached with private toilet and bathrooms.
• They had a capacity to cater 200 people.
• Ashram also provides services to people from low income groups at
subsidised rates with generous support from donations made.
• There is separate accommodation for the staffs and doctors who
lives in self- contained flats, the following facilities are provided:
Doctors 75m2
Doctor’s attendants 40m2
Manager 60m2
• Yoga Hall:
• The area of yoga hall is 230m2
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• Yoga session, kriyas, meditations are done in yoga hall.
• Lecture Room:
• The lecture room has a capacity of 75 people.
• Lectures are based on naturopathy.
• Ashram Library:
• Area of the library is 22m2
• The library includes book stall area, veranda, and sales
office.
• Library has over 17750 books and more than 30
magazines on hygienic health in various languages.
• Canteen:
• Canteen serves only satvik diet for IPD.
• Utility store:
• The store within the premises includes all the
necessary things needed during the stay.
Figure 102: Yoga Hall
Figure 103: Yoga Session
Figure 104: Book Stall
Figure 101: Female
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Figure 114: Canteen Block Figure 113: Urali Kanchan Future
Figure 108: Canteen LunchFigure 112:
Dormitory
Figure 117: Baithaks Figure 119: Shaded Path Figure 120:Nature path
Figure 118: Dormitories Figure 115: Staff dormitory
Figure 116: Dormitory and Recreation
centre
Figure 109: Library Figure 111: Veranda Figure 110: Neurotherapy Room
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• Treatment section:
• Two separate consulting room are provided for male and female which is about 12m2
.
• There is separate treatment ward for men and women.
• Gents treatment ward includes 2 tub bath, 4 hip bath, 2 steam bath, 1 sun bath, 1 enema
room, 2 spinal bath including washroom and storeroom. It also has 3 massage room
with 8 beds in total. The treatment ward has a waiting area in front of entry to the ward.
Area of each room ranges from 1.8m x 2.4m. Hence, total area for treatment ward is
approximately 100m2
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• Recreational hall:
• Provides recreational facilities like carrom, chess,
badminton court, hot water, laundry service and an
800 metre walking tracks besides orchard and lush
greenery outside the recreational hall.
• Mud Therapy:
• The mud used for mud therapy are brought from outside and are basically black soil
from cultivated land. The mud packs are applied on the terrace of the wards.
• Pros and Cons:
• Every space is provided with a nature friendly environment and a serene atmosphere.
• Lots of open spaces are provided within the centre.
• Ashram provides an ambience for stress free life.
• There is an absence of a laundry at the ashram.
• There is lack of toilet facilities for the visitors.
• Better connectivity of space.
• No properly designed landscape.
Figure 125: Male treatment ward Figure 124: Steam Bath Figure 123: Treatment ward Figure 126: Spine bath
Figure 122: Female treatment ward
Figure 121: Tub bath, Hip bath and Massage
room
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4.3.
Vaidyagrama
Madukkarai, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
(Book casestudy of Ayurvedic Treatment Centre)

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Figure 127: Aerial 3D of Vaidyagrama (conceptual)
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4.3. Vaidyagrama, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
• Location: Madukkarai village, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
• Typology:
• Treatment Centre in the form of ashram, Sustainable and a green healing village
(Ayurveda).
• Architecture: Modern and Vernacular Architecture.
• Run by: Punarnava Trust.
• It promotes the involvement of the neighbouring villages and villagers into authentic
Ayurveda living.
• Vision: live simple, live well & live happy (authentic Ayurveda for universal living).
• Founded By: Dr. Ramkumar Kutty (Ayurvedic Physician).
• Established on: 2009.
• Therapy involved: Ayurveda and Panchakarma retreat.
• Site Area: 30 Acres.
• Currently occupied area: 4.4 Acres.
• Website: www.vaidyagrama.com.
• Accessibility:
• Flights:
o 40-minute cab from Coimbatore International Airport (32.2km).
o 4-hour cab from Kochi International Airport (139km).
o 4-hour cab from Kozhikode Airport (137km).
• From Train via cab:
o From Coimbatore railway station it takes 45 minutes (22.6km).
o From Palakkad Junction it takes 48-minute cab (38.6km).
o From Etttimadai railway station by cab it takes 16 minutes (7.9km).
Figure 130: Accessibility Figure 131: Location of Healing Village
Figure 129: Logo of
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• Charges related to healing village:
• Accommodation charges ranges from 970$ to 1100$ for single and double occupancy
per week.
• The accommodation charges also include three vegetarian meals daily, daily
panchakarma treatments by allotted doctor, daily physician visits, daily yoga, medicines
prescription, Satsang and classes at vaidyagrama, and daily group chanting.
• Remaining Area within the site:
• Other part of the site is covered by Balarama (children’s home), lakshmigrama (cows
home) & temple and herb farms and vegetable farms and garden.
• Organic Farming:
• Agnihotra (ashes from Havana) and cooking ash are mixed with water and used for
plants and vermicompost are used for organic farming.
• Tree Plantation:
• Every visitor plant a tree as a ritual In Vaidyagrama.
• They grow fruit trees with more than 50 neem trees, papayas, pomegranates, mangoes.
• There are More than 200 varieties of medicinal plants.
• Banyan trees are grown near other banyan trees so that the roots go deep down, instead
of spreading laterally and no damage to building foundation.
• Rainwater harvesting:
• The site is Occupied with harvesting wells to collect harvest rainwater (6 wells in this
campus)
Figure 134: Lakshmigrama Figure 133: Cow Shed Figure 132: Admin block
Figure 137: Tree plantation Figure 138: Medicinal garden Figure 136: Organic
farming
Figure 135:
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• Treatment room:
• Where they use to perform Shirodhara and other
therapies (massage).
• Healing rooms:
• Each healing space has 3 patient blocks; and each block
has 4 patient units.
• Thus there are maximum of twelve rooms under one Physician, thus ensuring a stress-
free ambience of being, for the healer as well as the patient.
• Doctors house: where the main doctor reside with his family.
• Functions and celebrations in Vaidyagrama:
• Every week community dinner are arranged where the villagers and patient help each
other to prepare food for dinner.
• In special festivals sarpabali and cow pooja is performed.
• Also, vaidyagrama arranges International Conference Of Ayurveda every year where
yoga and classical dance sessions are also conducted.
Figure 139: Treatment room
Figure 143: Patient
block with service
path
Figure 142: Lotus
plantation
Figure 140: Lecture and discussion
session
Figure 141: Temple
Figure 150: Sarpabali Pooja Figure 149: Community
dinner
Figure 145: Cow pooja and charity work
Figure 148: Conference Figure 144:
Classical dance
Figure 147: Cooking area Figure 146: Yoga
session

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Figure 163: Patient Block Figure 164: Front facade Figure 168: Vegetation
Figure 167: Main Entrance Figure 165: Entrance from inside Figure 166: Pathway from Admin
Figure 151: Service
pathway
Figure 152: Connecting paths Figure 154: Shaded
path
Figure 153: Pathways
Figure 161: Inside patient block Figure 162: Prayer area Figure 159: Double
sharing room
Figure 160: Resting
space
Figure 158: Resting Space in
front of nature
Figure 157: Double sharing
room
Figure 156: Toilet Figure 155: Pathways

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• Sustainability:
• The hospital is environment-friendly utilizes concepts of renewable energy, as solar
energy, wind energy, biomass, waste water recycling and management; as also in its
construction with a minimum of cement and steel, and more of natural products.
• Architecture:
• The plan and the design of vaidyagrama is in concurrence with the modern architectural
norms, as also keeping with the ancient Vaastu Shastra norms as approved by veteran
expert from Kerala, Narayanan Namboodiri.
• The treatment centre is Disability friendly.
• Materials used for construction:
• The materials used are eco-friendly and earthen materials which are biodegradable and
will not harm the nature after its deformation.
• Mud bricks for wall, Mangalore or terracotta roof tiles for roof, steel for trusses, earthen
cool colours for interior and exterior facade, earthen flooring are the important aspects
of construction.
• Malay curtains are used as louvers for the window.
• Furnitures made of neem for its antiseptic properties.
• Treatment involved:
• Heals diseases like Arthritis, Neuro, Digestive, Gynae / Infertility & Cancer disorders.
• Toxic free Bath:
• Bathing is done in eco-friendly way with cleansing property of powdered green gram
which provides natural moisture to the body and no soaps are used.
• Treatment programmes: 130000-281000
• Treatment session ranges from 15 to 28 day depending on type of treatment packages
such as rejuvenation, old age care, weight loss, addiction care, fertility, panchakarma,
detoxification package.
• These session cost ranges from 1,30,000 Rs to 2,81,000 Rs.
Figure 171: Construction Figure 169: Eco-friendly Bricks Figure 170: Construction

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• Daily schedule in Vaidyagrama:
• Herbal tea is provided in the form of stimulant early in the
morning.
• They serve boiled gooseberries which is a complete meal at
early morning.
• First meal is served during 10am to 2pm in the form of lunch.
• Light dinner is served between 6pm to 7pm.
• And after 3hrs proper dinner was served.
• Typically included 2-3 consultations with the doctors &
therapies.
• A doctor leads morning and evening chants daily.
• Pujas and meditation are done in the prayer hall to enhance
healing vibrations a kind of chanting therapy.
• Interaction session are held with co-patients from across the
world including Satsang.
• Lounging in the patio, painting, reading, walks, and lastly,
meals in private dining area.
• Pros and Cons:
• Better connectivity and hierarchy of spaces.
• Every block is beautifully connected with each other by a common pathway.
• Every block has its verandah and resting space connected directly to garden and nature.
• Sustainability of the place saves energy and avoid any future destruction.
• No proper landscaping are done.
• The accommodation room are displays pure ethnic and vernacular interior thus proving
better resting place.
Figure 172: Medicinal Pantry
Figure 173: Ayurvedic Meal
Figure 174: Herbal Tea
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4.4.
Vasanta Institute of Ayurveda
Koregaon Mul, Pune, Maharashtra
(Book casestudy of Ayurvedic Institute)

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1. Entrance.
2. Security Cabin.
3. Parking area.
4. Treatment room.
5. Canteen.
6. Lecture room
7. Library
8. Toilet.
9. Admin area.
10. Student
Dormitories.
11. Client Block.
Figure 175: Site Plan
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4.4. Vasanta Institute of Ayurveda, Pune, Maharashtra.
• Location:
• Gat. no. 414 & 415, Solapur Road, Inamdar Vasti, Koregaon Mul, Pune, Maharashtra,
India.
• Typology: Ayurvedic Institute (Ayurveda).
• Architect: Ar. Nitin Killawala.
• Architecture: Western Style Architecture.
• Organizational Authority: The Institute is governed by a Board of Directors, Members
of the Company (Shareholders), and corporate officers and accountants.
• Founded By: Dr. Vasant Lad (Ayurvedic Physician).
• Established on: 2009.
• Therapy involved: Panchakarmas.
• Site Area: 3342.6m2
(0.82 Acres).
• Website: www.vioa.in.
• Accessibility:
• 27km away from Pune city (towards east of pune).
• 2.30 hours (26.8km) Drive from Pune railway station.
• 3 minutes (260m) walk from Solapur-Pune Highway.
• Charges within institute:
• 6-week course cost 6400$.
• 10-day treatment package cost 2500$ for clients.
Figure 178: Accessibility Figure 177: Institute Location
Figure 176: Dr
Vasant Lad

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• Treatment involved within institute:
• The institute treat their client with Abhyanga, Shirodhara, and Basti within 10-day
programme.
• Facilities in institute:
• Institute is provided with solar heated water and RO drinking water.
• Duration of Educational programme:
• The Institute operates three 6-week educational programs.
• Also, it provides four sessions of 10-Day Panchakarma between the end of July and the
middle of December each year (when Dr. Lad visit India).
Figure 181: Abhyanga Figure 180: Shirodhara Figure 179: Basti
Figure 186: Gurukul Session Figure 185: Classroom Figure 183: Lecture
room
Figure 184: Lecture room
Figure 182: Aerial 3D View

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• Administration Block:
• Admin block cover an area of 230 sqm and consist of following.
Admin 6.4m x 2.5m 16 sqm
Staff room 3m x 5.7m 17 sqm
Library 7m x 3.2m 22.4 sqm
Examination room 1 5.6m x 3.7m 20.7 sqm
Herb room 5.6m x 3m 16.8 sqm
Toilet 5.6m x 4m 22.4 sqm
Examination-2 / Lecture room 7.3m x 6.8m 50 sqm
Kitchen 5.6m x 3.3m 18.5 sqm
Dining area 7.9m x 5.5m 44 sqm
Figure 187: Admin Block Entrance Figure 189: Aerial view Figure 188: Open space outside
classroom
Figure 190: Veranda of admin block Figure 191: Admin block

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• Treatment Block:
• Treatment block include 2 treatment room facilitated by toilet, steam box and massage
table.
• The block cover 56 sqm with 2 treatment room of 28 sqm each.
• Student Dormitory:
• Students stay in the student dormitory which covers 204 sqm area.
• Total capacity of student dormitory is 20 students.
• The block has two floors with five double-
occupancy rooms on each floor.
• Every room has its own private western style
bathroom with shower, sink, and toilets.
• Each room has two beds, two locking wardrobe
cabinets, and two desks.
Room type 1 3.4m x 4.4m 15 sqm
Room type 2 4.5m x 3.6m 16.2 sqm
Toilet 2.6m x 1.5m 3.9 sqm
Housekeeping room 1.75m x 2.8m 4.9 sqm
• Panchakarma Client Housing:
• The block has rooms each facilitated
with 2 bedrooms, toilets and green
court.
• There are 4 rooms in this block
including housekeeping and storeroom.
• The block covers area of 116 sqm.
Room type 1 5.65m x 3.6m 20.5 sqm
Toilet 2.7m x 1.5m 4.1 sqm
Storeroom 3.55m x 2.5m 8.9 sqm
Housekeeping room 3.55m x 2.5m 8.9 sqm
Figure 192: Student Dormitory
Figure 193: Client Housing

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• Pranav’s Clinic:
• Vasant Lad maintains an Ayurvedic
medical clinic in Pune called Pranav
Clinic.
• Every year the clinic opens from
August to December.
• The treatment service and ayurvedic
medicines are provided free of cost.
• It is outside the campus and is situated
in Shri Sitaram Apartment, 383 Narayan Peth, Pune, India.
• Pros and Cons:
• The site is facilitated with open green spaces around every block.
• The site provides pure western and natural ambience of being close to nature.
• The use to sloping roof to achieve great height and a shaded veranda is a best style to
balance the structural space.
• Better connectivity and hierarchy of spaces.
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Figure 194: Pranav Ayurveda clinic

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5. Chapter IV: Site Analysis and Area Statement.

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