Helio-therapy Benefits, Types, Precautions
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Helio-therapy Benefits, Types, Precautions
- 1. Helio – therapy Surya Chikitsa Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC Dr. Jasminkumar Viramgami Reader & H.O.D., Dept. of Swasthavritta, Govt. Akhandanand Ayurved College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat Follow us: Facebook: https://fb.me/SwasthavrittaGAAC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPvrBlyheQcqwBXs1egxzWw SlideShare: https://www.slideshare.net/SwasthvrittaAkhandan
- 2. What Helio-therapy means? • The word - Helio • Derived from the greek word – Helios • God and personification of the Sun Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 3. INTRODUCTION • So, the therapy which utilizes energy of Helios (Sun) is Helio-therapy. • Helio therapy is defined as the treatment of disease by exposing the body to sunlight. • treatment by the use of sunlight or of an artificial source of ultraviolet, visible, or infrared radiation for therapeutic purposes. Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 4. INTRODUCTION •heliotherapy also called photo- therapy. •traditionally refers to treatments that use natural sunlight. •But the term is also applied to artificial sources of ultraviolet, visible or infrared light radiation. Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 6. WHY SUNLIGHT IS IMPORTANT? •Essential for the evolution of life on earth •Visible light needed for photosynthesis •IR gives warmth •Directly or indirectly every body depends on sun Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 7. History? • Hippocrates was a great advocate of the Sun’s healing properties. • prolonged exposure to sunlight kill the bacteria • From the late 1800s, heliotherapy became a key part of treatment for tuberculosis - esp. of the bones, joints and skin. • As sunlight is not available all times, artificial alternatives developed – like UV, Infrared Lemp. • In Ayurveda- Atapa snana, Chankramana, Vyayama in early day light, Tapa sweda after Abhyanga etc. examples… Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 8. How to apply Helio-therapy? Independently : • As Sun baths of various kind. (In natural form) • Various Photo-therapies ( In artificial form ) Along with other forms of Naturopathy treatments : • In combination with hydro-therapy, Mud- therapy, Exercise, Fasting etc. Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 9. SUN BATHS •Surya snana •Atapa snana •A method of utilizing sun’s energy into the body for health and diseases. Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 10. SUN BATH •Sunbath can be taken by all people of all ages and both genders •Early morning and evening is the best (7 to 9 AM and 4 to 6 PM) •10 minutes to 15 minutes of daily exposure •useful for maintaining normal functioning of the body Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 11. TYPES OF SUN BATH  Ordinary Sun Bath  Rickley Sun Bath  Kuhne Sun Bath  Sun Bath With Wet Cloth  Atapa Snana Dr. Jasmin Viramgami, Reader Swasthavritta, GAAC
- 12. ORDINARY SUN BATH •Spread a blanket or mat on ground •Lie down wearing minimum clothing •Protect head from sunlight Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 13. RICKLEY SUN BATH •Taken just after sunrise •Portion of the body exposed to sun is gradually increased every day •First only feet, then thighs, navel region and gradually entire body Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 14. RICKLEY SUN BATH •After sunbath patient may sit in shadow for about 5-15 minutes •The body may then be wiped with a wet towel •helpful in cases of eczema, growth stagnation in children, blood deficiency diseases etc. Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 15. KUHNE SUN BATH • Patient lies down in sun wearing minimum clothes • Banana leaves cover the head, face and navel • Can be taken from ½ to 1 hr. • If sun is strong reduce the duration • Opens the pores of the skin Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 17. SUN BATH WITH WET CLOTH •Patient is covered up to neck by a dry sheet or blanket and kept under sunlight •When the body is heated replace using a wet cloth •Head must be covered by wet cloth •Bath can be taken for 20 to 40 minutes Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 19. PRECAUTION WHILE TAKING SUN BATH •Head must be protected while taking sunbath – either by keeping it in shade or by covering it with a wet cloth •Do not take bath in strong sunlight •If headache or any other trouble occurs, duration of sunbath should be reduced the next day Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
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- 21. BEFORE TAKING SUN BATH •Wash head, neck and face •Only half the stomach must be filled •Drink two glasses of water Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 22. METHOD •All parts of body should be exposed DURATION •Varies according to physiological condition of the person •Time should be increased gradually •Duration should not exceed 1 hr. Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 23. AFTER SUN BATH •Do not take food immediately •Bathe with cold water after ½ hour and wipe all body parts with wet towel •Spinal bath for 15 minutes Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 24. INDICATIONS • Osteomalacia • Rickets • Obesity • Insomnia • Psoriasis • Fatal breast cancer • COPD • Psychology depressants • Rheumatoid arthritis • Lower back ache • Osteo arthritis • Hemiplegia • Scabies • TB Etc. Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 25. CONTRA - INDICATIONS • Fever • Acne Vulgaris • Angina Pectoris • Cardiac disorders • Poisoning • Hypertension • Leukemia • Edema • Chicken pox • Measles • Hyper vitamin D • Conjunctivitis Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 26. BENEFITS  Regular exposure builds natural resistance against harmful sun rays  Healthy complexion  UV rays – antiseptics  Clears skin diseases  Enhance immune system  Encourages healthy circulation  Sooth nerves and boost mood by increasing production of endorphin and serotonin  Increases melatonin output at night Dr. Jasmin Viramgami, Reader Swasthavritta, GAAC
- 27. BENEFITS cont.…  Metabolizes cholesterol  Decreases BP, resting HR, increases out put of blood  Decreases SAD (Seasonal affective disorders) like sadness, insomnia and carbohydrate cravings  Reduces frequency of cold up to 40.3% Dr. Jasmin Viramgami, Reader Swasthavritta, GAAC
- 28. Mode of Action •Sunbath leads to sweating •Waste products comes out through sweat, urine or stool •Opens the pores of the skin •Helps body to metabolize Vitamin D •As per ayurved- Bhrajak Pitta, Chhaya, Prabha, Agni tatva, Agni (trayodasha) Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 29. PATHOLOGICAL EFFECTS •Over exposure causes • Premature aging • Wrinkling • Skin cancer Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 30. Ayurvedic similarities with •Atapa Snana •Chankramana •Natural Disinfection •Hansodaka •Trataka •Role of Bhrajaka Pitta •Increase Agni Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC
- 38. THANK YOU Dr.JasminViramgami,Reader Swasthavritta,GAAC Follow us: Facebook: https://fb.me/SwasthavrittaGAAC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPvrBlyheQcqwBXs1egxzWw SlideShare: https://www.slideshare.net/SwasthvrittaAkhandan