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Do you notice dark blue or purple discolouration in your legs near the calf muscle or in the other lower extremities of your body? If yes, then you are suffering from Varicosis, or varicose veins, tells Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar, Director and Principal Consultant of Ayush Ayurveda, Singapore, Little India branch. He goes on to explain that in this condition, the veins become bloated and are predominantly visible in the legs, feet or at times even other parts of the body. “When veins become varicose, the valves in them do not work properly and this causes the blood to flow backwards. The result is engorgement of veins and pain,” enlightens the doctor of Ayurveda.
Dr. Ajith Kumar expounds that this condition occurs due to various reasons like standing for prolonged periods, being obese, having a sedentary lifestyle or pregnancy. Even constipation and bloating can cause this condition, he says. “For some, the condition does not warrant any treatment but for some, the veins may be damaged or have impaired blood circulation and even clotting. These patients suffer from excruciating leg pain and great discomfort. But, both the groups have a cosmetic concern as the veins look engorged and make legs unsightly,” says the Ayurvedic physician.
Ayurveda, the ancient way of treating diseases, calls this illness as ‘Siraja Granthi; (Sira is the veins and Granthi is the inflammation). According to Dr. Ajith Kumar, the condition occurs when the blood vessels are affected by Pitta dosha. Precisely at the place where the bulge occurs, Kapha and Vata dominate. Blood clots occur due to an imbalance of all three doshas.
A varicose vein patient suffers from persistent pain, numbness, fatigue and bulging veins. ‘Don’t hassle’, Ayurveda has a plethora of powerful herbs which are highly beneficial in the treatment of varicose veins, consoles the doctor.
Dr. Ajith Kumar proudly elaborates on the treatment for varicose veins at Ayush, Singapore. Herbal medicines at our centre are best for the veins as they reduce inflammation quickly. Thereby blood circulation improves and strengthens or repairs the veins.
Varicose veins flare up if you are undergoing a stressful period. In such cases, Ayurveda is best, stresses Dr. Ajith Kumar. The herbs used in the treatment detoxify the blood, increase metabolism and promote better heart function by reducing cholesterol and opening blood clots that form due to any valve dysfunction.
Here are some of the most effective ayurvedic treatments for varicose veins:
Panchakarma Raktamokshana – Jaluka Charana
This is a very safe therapy otherwise called Hirudotherapy, where leeches are used to treat the elongated veins that have lost their valvular efficiency, explains Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar, the ayurvedic doctor at Ayush, Singapore. It is a very hygienic treatment where 8-10 leeches are used to suck the blood from the affected vein in the legs. The doctor says that the leech saliva has blood-thinning characteristics which prevent the formation of blood clots and also dissolve the existing ones if any. Automatically, blood circulation improves in the body. In our centre in Singapore, the treatment is given every ten days for 2-3 months and patients are closely monitored and followed up for resolving oedema and venous congestion informs Dr Ajith Kumar.
Panchakarma Raktamokshana – Siravyadha
In this treatment, we use a needle to remove unhealthy blood from the vein and this automatically improves blood circulation in the legs. The result is relief from pain and swelling, elaborates Dr. Ajith Kumar. “Many who come to our centre have found this very effective,” he adds.
Panchakarma Basti
In this treatment, oil made out of herbs is injected into the large intestine through the rectum. At our Ayurveda centre in Singapore, we allow only experts to do this procedure as it is a highly specialized procedure which reduces inflammation and repairs damaged nerves effectively, explains Dr. Ajith Kumar.
Snehan Abhyanga
This treatment is all about massaging the affected vein or painful area with Santhwanam oil to improve blood circulation, reduce pain and improve sleep, says the doctor of Ayurveda.
Dravyaguna
Now we are getting into a serious method of treating the affected veins. This method is part of Shamana Chikitsa, says Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar, doctor of Ayurveda, Ayush, Singapore. In this treatment, herbs are used to eliminate the symptoms of the disease. Read on about the various herbs used for treatment:
Gotu Kola: Improves capillary permeability, and heals wounds and ulcers.
Chirabilva, Guduchi, Manjistha: Has a lot of antioxidants and heals wounds and skin disorders.
Garlic, turmeric and onions are useful for treating wounds, and inflammation and improving blood circulation.
Podikizhy
At our centre, the patient’s body is pounded all over with a cloth bag containing herbal powder for 45 minutes. This kind of massaging the body with herbs amazingly improves blood circulation, reduces inflammation and stimulates the lymphatic system, explains Dr. Ajith Kumar of Ayush, Singapore.
Pariksheda Sweda
Throwing more light on the other kinds of treatments, Dr. Ajith Kumar says that Pariksheda Sweda also involves a massage where a special herb is warmed and poured all over the body. This is followed by a continuous massage to smoothen the skin and heal wounds.
The Lepanam treatment is a similar one, says the physician of Ayurveda, where instead of a powder a herbal paste is heated and massaged over the varicose veins. Next, the doctor goes on about the Sweda treatment where a thick herbal paste is applied over the affected vein and left overnight for it to be absorbed inside the body. In all these treatments what is addressed is pain, swelling and inflammation, informed Dr. Ajith Kumar.
In addition to all these treatments given at our centre, what can actually help a patient is a healthy diet and lifestyle changes explained the Ayurveda physician. The doctor does not recommend strenuous exercise, long-distance walking or standing for long periods. Avoid bitter, spicy foods, alcohol and caffeine, says Dr Ajith Kumar.
Last but not the least, do not hesitate to add citrus fruits such as Amla to your diet as vitamin C in it, is very helpful to energise the tired varicose veins, concludes Dr Ajith Kumar, Ayush Singapore.
Ayurvedic consultant Ajesh M. BAMS earned his Bachelor Degree in Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery from Karnataka Ayurveda Medical College under Rajiv Gandhi University of Medical Science, Bangalore, Karnataka in 2011. He served in various Ayurvedic institutions in Kerala as an Ayurvedic Physician and has over 8 years of experience in Keraleeya Panchakarma Chikitsa.
allooparambil Joshy Lijo has a Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing & Panchakarma Therapy from Kuttielavil Ayurvedic Centre and Institute, Kottayam, Kerala (2006-2007). He has an experience of 12 years in Ayurveda Panchakarma therapies. He is well-trained in Kalari Marma Therapy by Unnikrishnan Gurukkal, Anjaneya Kalari, Kottayam.
Anushiya graduated with a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from Ayurveda College Coimbatore, India in 2007. She underwent an intensive training and clinical practice under the mentorship and guidance of her guru ayurvedic consultant L Mahadevan Iyer, who is a highly acclaimed physician, a great Sanskrit and Vedic scholar.
She has been practicing as Asst Medical officer and subsequently, Senior Medical officer in India. Currently she is been associated with Ayush Singapore since Jan 2019. Having specialized with In-Patients & Out-patients treatment with Ayurvedic methodologies & Medicine, she will be able to ensure that you are diagnosed and treated with utmost professionalism.
With almost decade of experience in diagnosing and healing in various medical conditions using pure natural Ayurvedic methods. She is highly skilled in Detoxification and Rejuvenation Therapy. she has a lot of passion and dedication to this profession.
Her interest towards Research Fields such as Panchakarma application according to different place, Ayurvedic awareness in the world and different modalities in disease are some of the highlight.
Issac Sunithamma has a Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing and Panchakarma Therapy from Srikrishna Ayurveda Institute, Alappuzha, Kerala (2007-2008). She has over 11 years’ experience in Ayurveda Panchakarma therapies. Her record includes working as Senior Therapist, Ayur Cure Ayurveda Hospital, Hyderabad (5 years); Senior Therapist, Samkkya Ishak Integrated Center, Malacca, Malaysia (2012-2013). She is currently a therapist at Ayush Ayurvedic Center, Yishun, Singapore since 2017.
Deepesh Damodaran holds a Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing and Panchakarma Therapy (2006-2007) from Parassinikadavu Ayurveda Medical College Kannur, Kerala. In his extensive 12 years as a Ayurveda therapist, he has worked as Senior Therapist, Samkkya Ishak Integrated Health Center, Malacca, Malaysia (2012 – 2013) and, Senior Therapist at the Ayurveda health club owned by Nimr Al- Gharbia Trade & Cont. Co. L.L.C, Salalah, Sultanate of Oman (2009 – 2011). Deepesh Damodaran is currently an integral part of Ayush Ayurvedic Center, Yishun, Singpore since 2017.
Ayurvedic consultant ARCHANA T.P,BAMS,MD(AYU),is having 9 years of experince in Ayurvedic Consultation since 2011. She secured Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (Ayurvedacharya) in 2011 from JSS Ayurveda Medical college, mysore,karnataka Thereafter she completed her Post Graduate (MD in Ayurveda – kayachikitsa) from Sri Kalabhairaveswara Ayurveda Medical College and Research Centre Bangalore, karnataka in 2015. She served as junior consultant at Poornayu Ayurveda Nikethanam , Meenangaadi, kerala,india in 2012-2013. NOW she was working as an Ayurvedic consultant at Ayush Ayurveda Pte Ltd, Yishun
Ayurvedic consultant. Sudev C. BAMS, MD(Ay) is an Ayurvedic consultant with a rich consulting experience of 10 years. He secured Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (Ayurvedacharya) in 2009 from ALN Rao Memorial Ayurveda Medical College (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka). Thereafter, he completed post-graduation in Ayurveda Vachaspati from the same college. His MD was in the subject of "Kayachikitsa". Ayurvedic consultant Sudev has presented papers in various National and International seminars. He trained under Ayurvedic consultant PMS Raveendranath (Disciple of Brahmashree Vaidyamadham Valiya Narayanan Namboothiri) in Poonthottam Ayurvedashram, Kerala for hands-on treatment and Keraleeya Panchakarma Chikitsa. He served in various Ayurvedic hospitals as Chief Consultant. Previously he was working as an Ayurvedic Physician in Ayush Ayurvedic Sdn Bhd, Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
She studied Panchakarma Ayurveda Course at Centre for Indian Medicine in 2011 and secured Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing & Panchakarma Therapy from Bharat Sevak Samaj Government of India in 2013. She is having an experience of 8 years in Ayurveda Panchakarma Therapies in India and in Malaysia. She joined Ayush on 2019.
He secured Certificate in Spa Services from Singapore Workfoce Skills Qualificatios at Spatec Academy in 2015.He is having an experience of 18 years in Ayurveda Panchakarma Therapies in Singapore and Malaysia. He also secured Diploma in Medicina Herbalism from Royal Institute of Health Sciences Mumbai in 2000, Diploma in Ayurveda Panchakarma Therapies at Prasanthy Institute of Ayurvedic studies in 2000. Joined Ayush on 2015
Ayurvedic consultant Ram Prasad graduated with a degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from Bharatiyar University, Tamil Nadu, India in 1990. Meanwhile he undertook private study of ancient treatises with V.V Vasudevan, Director Arsha Yoga Vidya Peetham, Coimbatore from 1986 till 1989, besides clinical study with Vaidyamadham Cheriya Narayanan Naboodiri, the esteemed Ayurveda Master, from 1990 till 1991. In 2005 he completed a Certificate in Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy with the Academy of Applied Hypnosis, Sydney. He is currently pursuing a course on Mind-Body medicine – Mind-Body Psychology with Greg Neville.
Ayurvedic consultant Raveendranath graduated from Ayurveda College Coimbatore with a Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) in 1988. In 1989 he founded Poonthottam Ayurvedasram. He was initiated into Ayurveda by his father who is a renowned Sanskrit scholar belonging to a family of ardent believers of Ayurveda. To know more about ayurvedic consultant Raveendranath and Poonthottam
Ayurvedic consultant Ramesh R Varier graduated in the first rank from Madras University with a degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) In 1985. After a brief stint as tutor at Ayurveda College Coimbatore, he joined AVN the family owned Ayurvedic institution. To know more about Ayurvedic consultant Varier and AVN click here
