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Level1 : Ayurvedic Life Style Consultant

Modules

Module I: Basics theory of ayurveda

Definition of ayurveda, definition of ayu (life). Signs of ayu, benefitial / unbenefitial ayu. Origin and history of ayurveda, eight branches of ayurveda, goal of ayurveda, concept of daily regimen, seasonal regimen natural urges etc

Module II: Philosophy of Ayurveda

– Sapta padartha – basic seven elements, dravya, guna, karma, Samanya, vishesha, samavaya, abhava with brief details. Shad darshana Darshana – astika darshana, nastik drashan, Pramana—Home remedies- sitophald- hi,hingwastaka choorna

Module III:Theurapeutic principles of ayurveda

– Lokapurusha samya (inter realation between human and universe), samanya vishesha (principle of similarity and dis similarity), panchamahabhuta (five basic elements), Three dosha, three mala, seven dhatu, prin- ciple of congenital and hereditary, prakruti (constitution) karya ka- rana (cause and effect)

Module IV:—Rachana and kriya sharira (anatomical and physiological aspects)

– Sharira defini- tion and details, travel of body from metaphysical to physical ( purusha concept), brief garbha sharira (embryology) and manifestation of organs. concept of srotas (systems/channels in body), Detailed study of special body parts / systems like twacha (skin layers), kala (border/layers), mamsa/ peshi (muscular), asthi (bones) sandhi (joints) kandara (tendons) and circulatory system

Module V:Ayurvedic Nutrition and Dietetics

– tripods of life – diet sleep and celibacy. Concept of complete diet – Ahara, four types of food, meth- od of consumption of food. Method of preparation of food some qualities of food el- ements. Concept of health and disorder (swastha and rogi) definition of health and disease, maintenance of balance of dosha etc.

Module VI:Basic Ayurvedic psychology & Introduction to pathology

— Interactive Trigu- nas- table of trigunas&Herbal mixtures-Swarasa,choorna-basic knowledge of herbal pre- pearations-

Module VII: Spiritual aspect of Ayurveda&Introduction to Disease

Module VIII:Principles and practice of Ayurvedic Massages(Abyanga) –theory 1.day

1) Abhyanga – definition types – Abhyanga, Samvahana, Mardana, indication contraindi- cation benefits methods frequencies of abhyanga. Rule for massure, receiver etc. dif- ferent types of oils used for massage. Abhyanga complications.
–Abyanga – theory—2 days-practicals

Module IX:—Abyanga—practicals— 2 days

abyanga practicals Totally- 4days abyanga practicals-all sessions EXAM—one day.

Level 2: Ayurveda Clinical therapist & Nutritionist

Dravya guna

Dravyaguna – Introduction to seven Padartha of Dravyaguna Vijnana viz Dravya- Rasa-Guna- Virya- Vipaka- Prabhava and Karma.
Dravya: Definition, panchbhoutikatwa. Classification .
Guna: Definition and Classification of Guna.Detailed knowledge of Gurvadi Guna & Paradi gunas.
Detailed Knowledge of important drugs for clinical practice: English name , Botanical Name, Family, Classification of Dravya (Gana) as described in Charak and Sushrut, Useful parts, Important phytoconstituents, Rasa panchaka, Action on Dosha, Dhatu, Mala, Prayogarha vyadhi (therapeutic indications), Amayikaprayoga and Matra (Therapeutic administration and Dose), Vishishta yoga (names of important formulations), adverse effects).

Rasa: Definition, Meaning of “Rasa” in various contexts. Shad Rasas (Madhura, Amla, Lavana, Katu, Tikta, and Kashaya), Panchabhautik constitution of Rasas, Nirvrittiviseshakrama (manifestation in general and particular), Ritu and shad rasa Rasanurasayoh bheda (Difference between rasa and anurasa), Lakshana (characteristics),Guna and Karma of shad Rasas, Kopana and Shamana of Dosha and dushya by Shad rasas. Effects of excess usage of Rasa.
Vipaka: Definition, , Types of Vipaka, Trividha, Guna and karma of Vipaka
Veerya: Definition and Swarupa of Virya, Number of Virya. (Dwividha ), Virya karmani (Effects of Virya), General principles in determination.
Karma: Definition, nature and types of action.

ROGA NIDANA
Dosha Dushyadi Vigyan –basic understanding of pathology according to Ayurveda

Vyadhi Vigyan Knowledge of diseases

Definition, synonyms and classification of Vyadhi(disease).

Basic knowledge of Hereditary, Congenital, Acquired, Multifactorial, Traumatic and Environmental disorders.

Introduction to ICD Classification of Diseases of WHO and DSM classification.

Samanyaja and Nanatmaja Vikara. NidanarthakaraVyadhi, Hetu Sankara, Lingasankara, Vyadhisankara, Vyadhi Awastha.

Definition and classification of Vyadhikshamatva- Immunity

Nidana Panchaka Vigyana

Pariksha Vigyana (examinatin)

Diseases

Vata diseases

Common life style disorders and their understanding according to Ayurveda

Pitta diseases

Diseases of Manovaha Srotas(PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS)

Kapha diseases

Allergic disorders

Auto immune disorders

Common infectious disorders

Level3 : Ayurvedic Practitioner

Promotion of mental health:

Ayurvedic Management of psychological disorders like Insomnia or dementia Depression, bipolar disorder,anxiety neaurosis and alzheimers .Multiple sclerosis,Epilepsy.

5. Management of Autoimmune disordres like chron,s disease,Irritable bowel syn- drome ,ulcerative colitis(Grahani And Parinama Soola) .

6. Management of Rheumatological disorders like Rheumotoid Arthritis(Ama vata), Osteo Arthritis(Sandhigata vata) and Gouty arthritis(Vata raktha) .

7. Management of lifestyle disorders like Diabetes(Prameha), Hyper tension and obesity(sthoulya).

8. Management of Acid peptic disorders like hyper acidity ,gastric ulcer and peptic ulcer.

9. Ayurvedic approach of Arbudha (Cancer) and its role in prevention and treat- ment of different cancers.

MODULE 12 : RASAYANA & VAJIKARANA and concept of male infer- tility, . their clinical application in day to day practice. days, 2 sessions

MODULE 13 : GYNECOLOGY AND PAEDIATRICS 3 days, 1 session

1st day

Introduction and terminology ,Concepts of sukra , Artava, Menstrual disorders- Menarche and Menopause amenorrhoea(anarthava), hy- pomenorrhoea, oligomenorrhoea, dysmenorrhoea(udavarta), (Raktha pradara) abnormal uterine bleeding and their management according to Ayurveda. Yoni vyapad : Fibroid uterus, PCOS, Pelvic infections, cervical erosion, pelvic inflammatory diseases

2nd Day

Female infertility – Vandhyatwa (Infertility) – causes, types, investigations and management through Ayurveda and management of tubal blocks Common Drugs Used In Gynecological Disorders.

Herbs in menopausal syndrome and life style corrections

3rd day:

Ayurvedic drug doses according to age,weight in children.

Vyadhikshamatva:

General concepts of Bala (Immunity) and methods of Immune enhancing in children.

Behavioral Disorders

Behavioral Disorders of Children, their management and counseling: Breath holding spell, Shayyamutra (Bed wetting), Pica, Unmada, Autism, ADHD (Atten- tion Deficit and Hyperactive Disorders), Jadatwa (Mental retardation). Other Common paediatric neurological problems and their man- agement throug Ayurveda. Ayurvedic approach of growth and devolopment issues and ge- netic disorders in children like cerebral palsy, Down’s syndrome etc.

Level4 : Higher Diploma

MODULE 17: PANCHAKARMA PART 1

9 days, 3 sessions

Introduction To Panchakarma

Introduction To Panchakarma, Panchakarma And Shodhana, Its Importance For Promotion Of Health, Prevention And Treatment Of Diseases

Assessment of varied health and disease conditions

Assessment of varied health and disease conditions for application of suitable procedures. Applied aspects of pancha karma where applicable with legality framework in UK and Europe for practice.
Panchakarma: bashti-matra, kashyabashti, Anuvasana Basthi

MODULE 18: PANCHAKARMA 2ND PART

9 days, 3 sessions.
Vamana, Virechana.

SHALAKYA TANTRA (ENT & OPTHALMOLOGY)

Shiro Roga (diseases of head)

Importance and Superiority of Shira.
Detailed study of Vataja, Pittaja, Kaphaja shirashoola(head aches), Ardhavabhedaka( Detailed study of Headachelike tension headache , Migraine its differential diagnosis and treatment)

Detailed study of Rhinitis

Detailed study of Rhinitis (Pratishyaya)& Sinusitis (dusta pratisysa)Epistaxis(nasagata raktha pitta) including their Etiology, pathology, clinical features differential diagnosis and medical management through Ayurveda.

Detailed study of Etiology, pathology, classification, clinical features and management of – Pharyngitis, Laryngitis, Tonsillitis & Adenoiditis

Ayurvedic management of vertigo and menieres disease

Danta Roga (Dental Diseases) including dental carries and tooth decay.

Diseases related ear like Pootikarna (ASOM AND CSOM) AND Bhadirya (hearing loss)

Netra Samanya and Vishishta Chikitsa

Netra Samanya and Vishishta Chikitsa (diseases related to eye and their management through Ayurveda like retinitis and corneal ulceration (savarana shukla),refractory errors of eye (TIMIRA)AND optic nerve atrophyetc.

Netra Kriya Kalpa

Netra Kriya Kalpa.(Ayurvedic eye procedures like aschothana (eye drops), anjana (collyrium) sekha ,bidalaka and tarpana )

SHALYA TANTRA (SURGERY IN AYURVEDA) ( CONCEPTS OF AYURVEDIC PARA SURGICAL AND SURGICAL PRO- CEDURES )

Vrana – Nirukti and Prakara( Ulcer definition , Types and their man- agement),Ayurvedic management of non healing ulcers.
Ayurvedic management of anorectal disorders like haemorrhoids ,fistula in ano and fissure in ano.
Ayurvedic management of stones in kidney and gall bladder (Asmari)
PREPERATION OF KSHARA (ALKALINE) and its clinical utility in Ayurveda

MODULE 19: RELATION WITH THE PATIENT

3days, 1 session

Understanding the concept of Chikitsa Chatushpada (Four Pillars of Treatment)
Decoding the qualities of a Vaidya (Physician) Understanding the qualities expected in a Rogi (Patient)
Praanaabhisara Bhishak (Life Saving Physician)
Identifying and Understanding the Types of Vaidyas (Physicians) and their qualities
Ethical considerations in clinical practice
Consent and its importance in practice as per Ayurveda and its co-relation with the present day ethical guidelines for practice
Dasha vidha pareeksha (ten fold examination) that is mandatory for an Ayurveda physician and its role in patient rights
Communication skills expected from a physician
Legal aspects in Clinical practice – understanding Ayurveda and Contem- porary views

MODULE 20. : CASE STUDIES

3 days, 1 session
6 days, 3 sessions