Sinusitis is an inflammation of the air cavities (sinuses) within the passages of the nose. Sinusitis can occur from various factors, but every time, it results from fluid becoming trapped in the sinuses. Most commonly it is caused by infection, allergies, and chemical or particulate irritation of the sinuses. The sinuses make thin mucus that drains out of the passages of the nose. This drainage helps to keep the nose clean and free of bacteria. The sinuses are four paired air cavities in the region of head called which are connected by narrow passages. These cavities are located at:
- Each side of your nose, near the cheekbones – Maxillary Sinus
- Behind the forehead and eyebrows – Frontal Sinus
- each side of the bridge of your nose, near base of the eyes- ethmoid sinus
- behind the eyes, deeper into your skull-sphenoid sinus
While infection is one common cause of sinusitis, some people have physical body defects that lead to sinus infections too. The most common of these defects are, abnormality of the bony partition between the two nasal passages, narrow sinus opening or nasal polyps (growth in the nasal passage that contains mucus). People with these defects regularly suffer from chronic sinus infections.
Sinusitis could be acute, sub-acute or chronic. Acute sinusitis has the shortest duration which is due to a viral infection brought on by the common cold can cause symptoms that last for 1 or 2 weeks. Acute sinusitis can also occur due to seasonal allergies. Subacute sinusitis symptoms can last up to 3 months. This condition commonly causes with bacterial infections or seasonal allergies. Whereas, chronic sinusitis occurs due to an infection because of growths in the sinuses (nasal polyps) or swelling of the lining of your sinuses. The symptoms of Chronic sinusitis last for more than 3 months which are less severe. Subacute and chronic forms of sinus infection are the cause of incomplete treatment of an acute sinus infection.
Sometimes sinusitis could be of non-infectious form also which occurs due to irritants and allergic conditions which has same symptoms and complications as that of chronic, acute and subacute sinusitis.
What is Sinusitis and how it is managed as per Ayurveda?
The clinical features of sinusitis bear a resemblance with “Suryavarta” as described in the Ayurvedic texts. And the main dosha involved is Vata and Kapha dosha. The waste product is sinus areas are mixed with Shleshaka Kapha in that area, causing a toxic, sticky mucus called Shleshma, when both sub-doshas are concurrently imbalanced.
Thus, ayurvedic Treatment for Sinusitis comprises softening and expelling aggravated doshas with the help of certain Ayurvedic nasal therapies, herbs and diet as well as breathing and yogic exercises.
As per age-old Ayurvedic principles, a comprehensive treatment for sinusitis is suggested using various herbs and panchakarma therapies to promotes sinus health, restores normal mucous secretion and supports the healing process.
How do we treat Sinusitis at Prasadini?
Sinusitis management at Prasadini Ayurnikethana begins with an initial consultation with Ayurveda expert doctor either through online or offline mode. The appointments may be booked either through this site or through WhatsApp.
The doctor will evaluate your medical condition, lifestyle and overall health. Based on the evaluation report, a personalized detoxification program will be designed that may include various classical ayurveda therapies, nutrition therapy, yoga and meditation to treat and prevent the recurrence of sinusitis.
The therapies like Abhyanga, Bashpasweda and the classical Vamana (emesis therapy) or Virechana (purgation therapy) steps of Panchakarma may be followed for initial detoxification process. A vigorous head massage, and medicated steam inhalation is applied to the head and face as the next step of the treatment. Followed which the main therapy for sinusitis that is, Nasya therapy is conducted using suitable herbs, oils and other ayurvedic preparations which are administered via the nostrils to stimulate the secretion of mucus and thereby dissolve and loosen mucus lodged in the nasal and sinus passages.
Based on your body requirement and as per doctors’ suggestion, few other ayurvedic procedures like Dhumapana with Haridra churnam or medicated steam inhalation and a perfect nutrition regimen, herbal formulations and the total number of days required for the complete program will be planned by our experts, thus tailoring a personalized sinusitis management plan for you.
After completion of the, main therapy, Rasayana (herbal medicines that has the quality of rejuvenation and healing) drugs are suggested according to the condition of the individual. Also, our doctor will provide follow-up care to ensure that you continue to maintain optimal health and wellness. This may include guidance on lifestyle, nutrition care and continued use of herbal formulations to maintain optimum health.
Sinusitis Management
Approximate Package Charges: Rs.4,300/– per day
Package includes
- Doctors’ consultation
- Ayurveda therapy charges.
- Medicines and oils used for the treatment procedures
- Three meals (Sathvik, pure vegetarian diet) and herbal drinks and juices as per the detox plan.
- Accommodation (Non-A/C double/ single occupancy room with 24 hours hot water supply.)
- Sessions on healthy lifestyle, nutrition, and healing.
- Yoga, Pranayama and meditation sessions.
- Room services and nursing services.
- Access to Wi-Fi.
Reservation Criteria
We are deeply concerned with quality of classical Ayurveda therapies and services we provide. We take limited number of individuals each month to meet this purpose. Therefore, its necessary to confirm your participation by reserving therapeutic packages at least two weeks in advance.
The 50% of the total package charges must be paid in advance while booking your packages. The remaining 50% charges can be paid on the first day of the treatments before starting therapies.