What is Ayurveda:
The word "Ayurveda" comes from the root words ayru (meaning life) and veda (meaning science or knowledge). Ayurvedic Medicine is one of the oldest forms of medicine practiced today. Ayurvedic doctors and practitioners use herbs, exercise, proprietary ingredients, and lifestyle recommendations to heal its patients. The main concepts of Ayurvedic medicine include universal oneness, the body’s physical constitution (prakriti), and life forces (dosha). Furthermore, there are three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). These doshas express mental, physical, and emotional characteristics and are derived from the five elements. Good health, according to Ayurveda, is the unique balance of one’s mind and body with the environment.
Origin:
Ayurveda originated in India more than 3000 years ago and is still the number one medical system used in India. It is thought to be the oldest medical modality in the world that is still in practice today. In recent years Ayurveda has made its way to the US and today there are currently over 30 colleges or schools that teach Ayurvedic Medicine.
Ailments treated:
Ayurvedic practitioners can treat all acute and chronic ailments as well as day to day complaints.
**Ayurvedic practitioners cannot diagnose using common Western terminology or make recommendations contrary to your own physician. They cannot perform surgery of any kind unless they also hold an M.D. or
D. O. license. **
Average cost per session:
$75.00 - $300.00+
License needed:
No
Certification needed:
Yes
Reference: Ayurvedic Medicine: In Depth | NCCIH. (2015, January). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/ayurveda/introduction.htm
The word "Ayurveda" comes from the root words ayru (meaning life) and veda (meaning science or knowledge). Ayurvedic Medicine is one of the oldest forms of medicine practiced today. Ayurvedic doctors and practitioners use herbs, exercise, proprietary ingredients, and lifestyle recommendations to heal its patients. The main concepts of Ayurvedic medicine include universal oneness, the body’s physical constitution (prakriti), and life forces (dosha). Furthermore, there are three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). These doshas express mental, physical, and emotional characteristics and are derived from the five elements. Good health, according to Ayurveda, is the unique balance of one’s mind and body with the environment.
Origin:
Ayurveda originated in India more than 3000 years ago and is still the number one medical system used in India. It is thought to be the oldest medical modality in the world that is still in practice today. In recent years Ayurveda has made its way to the US and today there are currently over 30 colleges or schools that teach Ayurvedic Medicine.
Ailments treated:
Ayurvedic practitioners can treat all acute and chronic ailments as well as day to day complaints.
**Ayurvedic practitioners cannot diagnose using common Western terminology or make recommendations contrary to your own physician. They cannot perform surgery of any kind unless they also hold an M.D. or
D. O. license. **
Average cost per session:
$75.00 - $300.00+
License needed:
No
Certification needed:
Yes
Reference: Ayurvedic Medicine: In Depth | NCCIH. (2015, January). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/ayurveda/introduction.htm
**If a license is needed to practice this particular complimentary/alternative medical procedure, always check with your state or local licensing agency to ensure your practitioner is licensed. If no license is needed, seek local or national agencies to see if your practitioner is certified through a respected program. Never be afraid to ask your practitioner for references.**
