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Types, benefits & contraindication of Shatkarma in a nutshell

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2. DR.PRABHU . C. NAGALAPUR M.D(AYU)
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, DEPT OF SWASTHAVRITTA
SHREE JAGADGURU GAVISIDDESHWAR AYURVEDICMEDICAL
COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, POSTGRADUATE STUDIES & RESEARCH
CENTRE, KOPPAL

3. CONTENT
IMPORTANCE OF SHATKARMA
TYPES OF SHATKARMA
DETAILED EXPLAINATION OF SHATKARMA
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
BENEFITS
CONTRAINDICATION
SUMMARY

4. Ayurvedicdefinition of health
SamadoshahaSamagnishchaSamadhatu
MalakriyahaPrasannaatmendriyamanaha
Swasthyaityabhidhiyate
HealthisastatewhereintheTridosha,
Digestivefire,allthebodytissues&components,
allthephysiologicalprocessesareinperfectly
balancedstateandthesoul,thesenseorgansand
mind are in a state of total
satisfaction(prasanna)&contentment.
CONCEPT OF SWASTHYA

5. Metabolic Activity = Catabolic Activity +
Anabolic Activity
Digestion Process
Food Digested material + Waste
There is excretory system for disposal of waste.
But all waste is not disposed off.
Results in accumulation of remained waste in
the body. It is converted to toxins in body.
Due to toxins the ‘absence of diseases’ state or
“samadoshaha, samagnishcha, samadhatu
mala kriya” is disturbed.
METABOLIC ACTIVITY

6. PatanjaliYoga Sutras
Shaucha,
Santosha,
Tapa,
Swadhyaya
IshwarapranidhananiNiyamaha…. II
Patanjaliexpects cleanliness of body and mind.
IMPORTANCE OF SHATKARMA

7. Detoxification(detoxfor short) is the
physiological ormedical removal oftoxic
substances from the body.
The main purpose is to restore homeostasis of
the body.
Usually, our mind is cluttered from many
unwanted thoughts -Vrittis.
By the practice of Shatkarma(more especially
trataka), we can bring a state of steadiness in
mind.
ShuddhiKriya-Shatkarma….
The ancestor or origin of all “detoxification”
methods.
DETOXIFICATION

8. WHO SHOULD PERFORM
SHATKARMA?

9. GherandaSamhita
GherandaMuni recommends ShuddhiKriyas
(Shatkarmas) as the mandatory first step.
Only after undergoing Shatkarma,
practice of Asanasetcshould begin.
This is in order to purify the nadisin the body.
It is only after the body is pure and there is a
free flow of Pranawithin the nadisthat one
can practice the other aspects of yoga.
WHEN SHOULD WE PERFORM
SHATKARMA?

10. The six kinds of duties are: Dhauti, Basti, Neti,
Trâtaka, Nautiand KapâlaBhâti.
These are called the six actions or purificatory
methods or Yogic detoxification methods.
SHATKARMAS-SHUDDHIKRIYA

11. 1.Dhauti
2.Basti
3.Neti
4.Nauli
5.Kapalabhati
6.Trataka
SHATKARMAS
A series of cleansing techniques for
digestive system
Washing and toning
the large intestine
A process of cleansing and
purifying the nasal passages
Massaging and strengthening
the abdominal organs
Breathing technique for
purifying the respiratory tract
Intense gazing at one point or an
object to develop power of concentration

12. Antardhauti
DantaDhauti
Hrutdhauti
Moolashodhana
DHAUTI

13. VATASARA DHAUTI
VARISARA DHAUTI
VAHNISARA DHAUTI
BAHISHKRUTA
ANTARDHOUTI

14. DANTA DHAUTI
•DANTAMOOLA DHAUTI
•JIVHAMOOLA DHAUTI
•KARNARANDHRA DHAUTI
•KAPALARANDHRA DHAUTI

15. DANDA DHAUTI
VAMANA DHAUTI
VASTRA DHAUTI
HRUTDHAUTI

16. Soft rubber tube is inserted through
mouth, esophagus into the stomach.
Stand in bending posture.
Water will start coming out from stomach
through the tube by siphon.
Continue the process till almost all water
comes out.
DANDA DHAUTI

17. DANDA DHAUTI

18. Consume salty, lukewarm water till the
stomach is full. ( AakanthapooritaPibet)
Stand in bending posture.
Press first three fingers at the bottom of the
tongue. Water will start coming out from
stomach.
Continue the process till almost all water
comes out.
VAMANA DHAUTI

19. VAMANA DHAUTI

20. This practice cleans the digestive tract of any
undigested food particles lingering in the
stomach and esophagus. This undigested food
can eventually enter the body as toxins.
Formation of toxins is prevented
Cleaning the stomach also removes gas,
acidity and indigestion.
It removes extra mucus from the food pipe or
esophagus.
It helps to relieve asthma, bronchitis and other
respiratory problems.
BENEFITS OF VAMANA DHAUTI

21. Take a soft, thin, clean cotton cloth. 1-2 meters long
and 6-8 cmswide.
Soak the roll of the cloth in lukewarm salty water.
Slowly swallow the cloth.
Completely swallow the cloth with the last end in the
hand out side the mouth.
Perform Uddiyanand Agnisara.
Slowly pull the cloth out side the mouth.
VASTRA DHAUTI

22. VASTRA DHAUTI

23. Vastradhautiremoves impurities from the
intestinal tract, thereby detoxifying the
stomach and esophagus regions.
It helps to remove gas, acidity, indigestion and
enlargement of spleen.
It helps to relieve asthma, bronchitis, cough
and other ‘Kapha’ or phlegm related problems.
BENEFITS OF VASTRADHAUTI

24. Injury in pharynx, esophagus and stomach.
Hernia, severe abdominal and chest pain,
headache, fever, high blood pressure (HBP),
heart problems, any serious digestive disorder
and acute condition of any diseases.
Ladies should not practice during pregnancy.
It should only be used to get relief from
hyperacidity as it stimulates the gastric juices.
CONTRA INDICATIONS FOR
DHAUTI

25. MOOLASHODHANA

26. JALA BASTI
SHUSHKA BASTI (STHALA BASTI)
BASTI

27. JalaBasti
Rubbercatheterisinsertedintheanalcanal.
Waterissuckedinthroughtheanusthrough
catheterbydoingUddiyana.
ItcleansesAnusandrectum.
BenefitsinPrameha,udavarta,kruravayu
SthalaBastiorShushkaBasti
Performedbysamemethodasabovebutwith
air.
Benefitsinkoshtadosha,gulma,pleeharoga,
amavata
BASTI

28. Highbloodpressure,
Hernia
Anyseriousdigestiveailments.
Diarrhea&dysentery.
CONTRA INDICATIONS FOR BASTI

29. SUTRA NETI

30. Carefully insert the sutra into one of the nostrils and
gently push it through the nasal passage until it
reaches the back of the throat.
Reach far back into the throat with the first two
fingers, using the fingers as a pincers to take hold of
the sutra.
The sutra is grasped between the first two fingers and
drawn out of the mouth, but still leaving some of the
sutra outside the nose.
Hold each end of the sutra and then gently floss back
and forth a few times.
Rinse off the sutra and perform the same on the
opposite nostril.
SUTRA NETI

31. It helps to maintain the nasal hygiene by
removing the dirt and bacteria trapped along
with the mucus in the nostrils.
It de-sensitizes the sensitive tissues inside the
nose, which can alleviate rhinitis, allergies and
some types of asthma.
Several health problems like sinusitis, migraine,
headaches, can be reduced by doingNeti.
Khecharisiddhi, jatrurdhvagataroga, kapala
shodhana, provides divyadrusti(improves
vision)
BENEFITS OF SUTRA NETI

32. enlargement of adenoids
tonsilitis
recent (within 1 year) sinus puncture operation
or middle ear surgery
If there is any injury in the nasal passage or
nasal bleeding (epistaxis) don’t practice Neti
without guidance.
inflammation of nasal septum, nasal polyps,
and congestion of nasal mucosa should
undergo guidance for practisingSutra (rubber)
Neti.

CONTRA INDICATIONS OF SUTRA NETI

33. Stand with some distance between your feet.
Bend forward and tilt your neck, as shown in the
picture above.
Now, put the spout of the jalanetipot into nostril
(upper nostril) and keep your mouth open so that the
water passes easily through your right to left nostril.
If you tilt your head too much or try to breath through
your nose, then the water enters your throat instead
of going to the other nostril. But it will not cause you
any harm.
Now repeat the same process with the neck tilted to
opposite side.
JALA NETI PROCEDURE

34. JALANETI

35. Gets rid of all the bacteria and dirt that have
been trapped by the mucus, within the nose
The risks of suffering from diseases such as
bronchitis and asthma can be reduced, by
practicing this technique regularly
This sinus irrigation reprograms the body's
mechanisms against infections such as
allergies, hay fever and sinusitis.
alleviate upper respiratory complaints, which
include post nasal drip, an inflammation of the
tonsils, sore throats and coughs
JALA NETI BENEFITS

36. TypesofNauli
1.MadhyamaNauli
2.VamaNauli
3.DakshinaNauli
NAULI

37. MADHYAMANAULI

38. DAKSHINA NAULI

39. VAMA NAULI

40. RECTUS ABDOMINUS MUSCLES

41. Improvement of venous outflow
Stimulation of a large intestine
Strengthening of respiratory muscles
Stimulation of peripheral blood circulation
Inclusion of parasympathetic nervous
system (calm, relaxation)
Lowering of arterial pressure
Improvement of blood circulation in pelvic
organs
BENEFITS OF NAULI KRIYA

42. • Hernia
• Pregnancy
• Hypertension
• Heart disease
• Ulcers
• Gastrointestinal ailments
• Pain when or after practicing
CONTRA INDICATIONS FOR NAULI

43. Research at KAIVALYADHAMA LONAVALA
Intra colonic pressure falls during Nauli
Sucks in water during basti
Improves blood flow in to intra abdominal organs

44. TRATAKA
It is defined as focusing your eyes with
concentration on a point or on the flame
of a lamp continuously, without blinking
till tears appear but do not fall.
To gaze steadily at a fixed point

45. There are two types of Trataka:
Bahiranga, or external trataka
Antaranga, or internal trataka
Bahirangais easier to practice because one simply has to gaze
at an object or symbol.
Antarangatratakainvolves clear and stable inner visualization
of an object.
TYPES OF TRATAKAS

46. Purifies the eyes.
Strengthens the eye muscles and improves
vision and memory.
Helps with sleeping difficulties and
bedwetting.
Strengthens the ability to concentrate.
Develops intuition.
The ability to visualize.
Improves willpower.
BENEFITS OF TRATAK

47. Tratakais not suitable for people
with psychic problems.
Those who have a tendency towards
Schizophrenia or hallucinations
should not practice Trataka.
CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR
TRATAKA

48. KAPALABHATI

49. KAPALABHATI
“Kapala” means “skull”; “forehead”
“bhati” means “to shine or to be lustrous.”

50. It improves the function of the lungs and other respiratory
system.
Improves the function of pancreas. Helps to produce insulin
hormone naturally.
Very effective in weight loss.
Helpful in reducingBelly fat.
Keeps depression away and brings positive thoughts.
Helpful in curing respiratory diseases as asthma, allergies, and
sinus.
Cure forconstipation, acidity and diabetics Asthma and all
kinds of Respiratory troubles, sinusand even hair loss.
Cures kidney problems and lower down the highcreatinine
level.
BENEFITS OF KAPALBHATI

51. Avoid if you have an artificial pacemaker.
Backache due to slip disc.
Abdominal surgery done recently.
Suffering with epilepsy or hernia.
During and shortly after pregnancy,
People with hypertension and heart problems
should practice under a yoga expert's
guidance.
CONTRA INDICATION FOR
KAPALABHATI

52. VATAKRAMA
VYUTKRAMA
SHEETKRAMA
TYPES OF KAPALABHATI

53. Practice Under Supervision of an expert
ShatkarmaIsn’t an Everyday Practice
It should be practicedweekly or monthly
basisdepends upon how well your internal organ
system works.
Use Clean & Sterile Equipments
While doing Shatkriyamake surenetipot, water,
rubber thread, cotton cloth & other equipment are
clean and sterile.
Pregnant Women Shouldn’t Practice It
Lighten Up Your Diet
Keep Calm While Practicing Shatkarma
PRECAUTIONS

54. PREVENTS OLD AGE
BODY REMAINS CLEAN & HEALTHY
REMOVES KAPHA DOSHA
CURES OBESITY
KEEPS FREE FROM KAPHA DISORDERS
HELPS IN PERFORMING ASANA & PRANAYAMA VERY
EASILY
BENEFITS OF SHATKARMA

55. SHATKARMA IN A NUTSHELL

56. •Cleansing action, Stimulation
•Better blood flow to the underlying
organs
•KriyasDevelopvoluntarycontrolover
involuntaryreflexes
•Dhautipracticedevelopsmasteryover
vomitingreflex.
•Netipracticedevelopsmasteryover
sneezingreflex.
•Masteryoverinvoluntaryreflexes
SUMMARY