1.
How many days are needed
for Panchakarma treatment?
A
complete course of treatment takes at least 10 days.
The
wonderful treatments also include intensive detoxification procedures.
The
following treatment plans are recommended:
10
days for regeneration and prevention?
14
days for chronic illness.
21
days for aggravated chronic disease.
Shorter
stays aid relaxation and well being, but do not have the same deeply
purifying effect of a complete course of Panchakarma treatment.
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2.
For which types of illness is Panchakarma
recommended?
Generally
for all chronic illness and tiredness whether physical, mental or
emotional and for the prevention of illness.
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3. For which
types of illness is Panchakarma not recommended?
Ayurvedic
purification and detoxification treatment is not recommended in
cases of acute illness and acute inflammation. Even when some of
the individual treatments may be useful, they are not advised for
physically weak people or during pregnancy. In such cases it is
recommended to have a consultation with one of our doctors who can
make helpful suggestions and advise on Maharishi Herbal preparations
to improve the situation so that Panchakarma treatment may be taken
at a later date.
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4. Where
is Bad Ems?
Bad
Ems is situated on the River Lahn in the nature reserve of Nassau
which is about 20kms east of Koblenz.
From
the airports of Frankfurt/Main and Cologne/Bonn it is about 1 hours
drive by car.
The nearest Intercity
railway stations are to be found at Koblenz and Montabauer. These
can be reached in 20 minutes by car or train. For further information
click here.
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5.Is
treatment covered by health insurance?
Further
information is contained in
"Ayurveda
and Health Insurance".
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6. How
far in advance should reservations be made?
Panchakarma
treatment and doctors consultations are usually available with a
few weeks notice. Last minute bookings may be made if the clinic
has vacancies and the accommodation is available. Holiday times
(Easter, Summer and Christmas) are usually very busy and for these
periods you should book well in advance.
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7.
What can be done at home
to prepare for treatment?
To
further improve the benefits of a Panchakarma course you can begin
at home by eating light, vegetarian food a few days before treatment
starts. Take soup in the evening and every half-hour between meals
drink hot water which has been boiled for ten minutes. This can
be prepared in the morning and kept in a thermos flask. These measures
will help to start the purification process.
If
you suffer from acute illness and do not live too far away from
Bad Ems, we would recommend a consultation with one of our doctors
a few weeks before treatment begins.
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8.
What sort of food is served
during a treatment?
All
full board guests are served three vegetarian meals a day, which
will be varied and easily digestible. Our Ayurvedic meals are not
only tasty but are also predominantly made with organic ingredients.
Hot water and Ayurvedic teas are available throughout the day.
There
are many different phases during a full course of Panchakarma treatment
and during your consultation with one of our doctors a suitable
dietary plan to be followed during treatment will be organised.
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9.Is
weight lost during treatment?
Generally
those who are overweight will lose weight during ten days or more
of Panchakarma treatment. The doctor can also prescribe a special
diet which will complement this process.
People
of normal weight usually lose a little weight as a result of Panchakarma
treatment.
For
those who are underweight the treatment plan and diet can be arranged
to ensure that no weight is lost.
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10.
Are there differences between
a Panchakarma course in
Germany and one
taken in India or Sri Lanka where this
treatment originated?
Having
treatment directly after a long journey with the time and climate
differences is not medically conducive to experiencing the full
effects of treatment and is therefore not recommended. The Vata
imbalance caused by such journeys will spoil part of the effect.
The purified physiology needs some time following Panchakarma treatment
to adjust to its new style of functioning which is why rest and
light food are recommended following treatment.
Maharishi
Panchakarma treatment is standardised to a very high quality and
practised under the direct guidance of prominent Vaidyas (Ayurvedic
physicians). In India and Sri Lanka there are good facilities but
there are also a large number that offer only superficial treatments
for tourists.
Follow
up for chronic illnesses is almost impossible from India or Sri
Lanka.
In
Europe there are hundreds of different Maharishi Ayurveda herbal
preparations available for almost all types of illness. They are
prepared according to the original proven recipes. They have passed
the rigid controls of the HHCCP and the BDIH as well as being certified
to DIN ISO 9001 standard. In addition they undergo intensive testing
for pollutants and harmful substances undertaken in European food
laboratories.
It
would be difficult in India or Sri Lanka to find the hygienic standards
of our facilities and the protection that provides for your health.
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11. Why
are other organisations sometimes cheaper?
When
authentically practised for best possible results, Panchakarma treatment
is very labour intensive. Employment and other costs in Germany
are much higher than in India or Sri Lanka.
Despite
this, we are able to offer very competitive prices at our facilities.
.
The treatments in our Clinic are to the high standards of Maharishi
Ayurveda.
.
Two therapists carry out all massages, which greatly improves the
medicinal effect of treatment.
·
We prepare our own oils according to the ancient authentic methods
using herbs from India to ensure the full effectiveness of all oil
treatments.
·
The enemas are freshly prepared daily for each patient according
to ancient classical recipes. They are also cooked to ensure that
they are free from germs.
·
We have spacious and attractive treatment and rest rooms as well
as various leisure and seminar rooms. These include rooms for music
therapy, yoga and meditation to ensure you experience the full benefit
of your treatment and any additional services you may take.
·
We offer comprehensive customer service and a variety of lectures
and seminars full of information on Ayurveda which will be useful
in to you in daily life.
·
Our doctors are on call at all times, even at night, holiday times
and weekends. Extra consultations with our doctors are available
each day.
·
Full board guests have table service for lunch and evening meals.
Meals are prepared and served to suit the particular stages of treatment.
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12.
Can you help with negotiations for
reimbursement from
health insurance
companies?
Health
insurance companies are only interested in facts. For this reason
we have prepared around 20 articles about Ayurveda from medical
journals which can be used in discussions and presentations to health
insurers, medical professionals and as information for your own
doctor. Most of these articles contain research studies on the benefits
of Ayurvedic treatment. Unfortunately German law does not allow
us to give this information to patients. We can only make it available
those employed in the field of medicine such as doctors, pharmacists,
medical professionals and health insurance consultants.
For
a charge of 15,00 €, payable in advance, we will send this
documentation to your doctor, pharmacist or a representative of
your health insurance company. The information is also available
for health professionals on our Internet site. To view these pages
it is necessary for them to register and receive a password.
In
addition, on payment of 7,50 €, we can send you photocopies
of relevant court judgements which have found in favour of our clients.
This allowed the individuals to recover the cost of Ayurvedic treatment
from their insurance companies.
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