Nasyam Therapy
Administration of medicated oils, powders or juices through the nostrils to cleanse and rejuvenate the head, neck and sensory organs.
Overview
About Nasyam Therapy
Administration of medicated oils, powders or juices through the nostrils to cleanse and rejuvenate the head, neck and sensory organs.
Why It Helps
Benefits
- Relieves sinusitis & migraine
- Improves voice & vision
- Reduces hair fall
- Calms the mind
How It Works
Procedure Steps
- 1Facial massage & steam (Mukhabhyanga & Swedana)
- 2Drop-by-drop nasal instillation of medicine
- 3Throat gargle with warm water
- 4Post-nasya rest
Detail
Procedure
- Patient lies supine with head slightly tilted back.
- Lukewarm medicated oil/decoction is instilled drop by drop in each nostril.
- Patient inhales gently; medicine is allowed to spread through nasal passages.
- Spitting out of secretions through mouth is encouraged.
Detail
Benefits
- Cleanses paranasal sinuses
- Strengthens sensory organs
- Improves voice clarity
- Reduces premature graying & hair fall
- Calms the nervous system
Important
Contraindications
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