Government Yoga & Naturopathy Hospital Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram
In 1981 the Government of Kerala started a Naturopathy Hospital at Varkala Papanasam in Thiruvananthapuram District. The institute has won the hearts of the people by making proud achievements in the field of health for last 40 years. Many people suffering from lifestyle diseases come to this institution for treatment on a daily basis.
The patients who are being treated here are convinced that naturopathy is more than just a medical science, it is a way of life & also learn to live in harmony with nature. As per the order no. 407/2016/Ayush Thiruvananthapuram dated 19.08.2016, government has changed it's name as Government Yoga & Naturopathy hospital Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram.
The patients who are being treated here are convinced that naturopathy is more than just a medical science, it is a way of life & also learn to live in harmony with nature. As per the order no. 407/2016/Ayush Thiruvananthapuram dated 19.08.2016, government has changed it's name as Government Yoga & Naturopathy hospital Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram.
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How to reach us |
Government Yoga and Naturopathy Hospital Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram |
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Contact number |
7306258896, 8078071730 |
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Email id |
gnchvarkala@gmail.com |
Treatments
OP Section
It runs daily from 9AM -2PM.
IP Section
- This 50 bedded hospital treats each patients for 10-15 days. The treatments are started with a yoga session at 5.30 AM .Ash gourd juice is given to inpatients every day at 7AM.
- Appropriate treatments prescribed by the doctors are given from 7.30 to 9.30 in the morning. Breakfast is served at 10AM with (fruits, juices, raw salad, boiled vegetables, sprouts etc )
- Doctors conduct awareness classes everyday from 11AM – 12PM. Afternoon treatments are given from 1.30PM-3PM as prescribed by the doctors.
- Yogasanas, pranayama and meditations are provided to the patients from 3PM-4PM. Provides evening diet at4.30-5PM
Treatments
Diet therapy
our greatest asset is our food.The food we eat should be the medicine for us. Depends on this theory we are providing nutritious food for our patients. The main food chart includes fruits,juices,cooked vegetables,raw salad ,sprouts,vegetable soups etc, these diets help the patient to stay healthy and if they follow the same diet pattern ,they will be able to stay healthy for the rest of their lives
Diet therapy
our greatest asset is our food.The food we eat should be the medicine for us. Depends on this theory we are providing nutritious food for our patients. The main food chart includes fruits,juices,cooked vegetables,raw salad ,sprouts,vegetable soups etc, these diets help the patient to stay healthy and if they follow the same diet pattern ,they will be able to stay healthy for the rest of their lives
Yoga
“Sthiram sukham asanam”
“Sthiram sukham asanam”
Yoga provides both physical and mental health, Yoga is a system of health science that has been contributed by India after many observations, thoughts and experiments. According to yoga the disease is manifested in the body as a disease of the mind, therefore, continuous yoga practice can help relieve stress and increase confidence and concentration.The institute conducts yoga training every day and because of this practice yoga became a part of their life style.This enhances the immune system and helps in getting rid of diseases.
Water Treatments (Hydrotherapy)
Steam bath
Steam bath
This is the process of placing the patient in a specially equipped cabin and exposing steam with correct temperature and sweat the body (15-20min)
Sauna Bath
A small wooden room designed as a place to experience dry/wet heat sessions,or an establishment with one or more of these facilities.The steam and high heat make the person to perspire.
Hip Bath
Usually known as abdominal bath.Therapeutic method of soaking the patients abdomen by filling a specially prepared container with water (15-20min).
Spinal Bath
The spinal bath is another important form of hydrotherapic treatment. This bath provides a soothing effect to the spinal column and thereby influences the central nervous system.It is given in a specially designed tub with its back raised so as to provide proper support to the head.
Circular Jet
In circular jet bath there are several small powerful cold water jets are poured on the patients from all directions. This gives an instant cooling and relaxing effect.
Mud Therapy
Earth and has a tremendous impact on the maintenance of health and prevention of diseases. Minerals and trace elements present in mud make it known for its renowned effects and healing properties. Mud also has the remarkable property of holding moisture for a long time, which has a cooling effect on the part of the body applied.
Earth and has a tremendous impact on the maintenance of health and prevention of diseases. Minerals and trace elements present in mud make it known for its renowned effects and healing properties. Mud also has the remarkable property of holding moisture for a long time, which has a cooling effect on the part of the body applied.
⦁ Helps improve circulation and relax the muscles
⦁ Improves the digestive activity and sets right the metabolism
Acupuncture
Spinal spray
Spinal spray is designed to give gentle massage to the whole spinal column. A perforated tube at the centre of the tub, spray moderate pressured jets of water in appropriate temperature.
Chinese traditional medicine in which fine needles are inserted in the skin at specific points which are considered to be lines of energy (meridians),used in the treatment of various physical and mental conditions. Depending on the individual’s disease ,sterile acupuncture needles are inserted into specific areas and removed after treatment
Colour Therapy
Also known as Chromotherapy. It is a traditional treatment ,every organs in human body is associated with many colours. It is a form of therapy that uses colour and light to treat certain mental and physical health conditions.
Sunbath
Exposure of the body to the direct rays of the sun or a sun lamp. Sunbathing helps to improve the blood circulation in the body and eliminate toxins from the body.
Beauty of the campus
