Naturopathy is a system of medicine, where treatment relies exclusively on natural remedies. The treatments are based on the 5 elements of nature, Air, Space, Earth, Fire, and Water or Panchamahabhutas. These elements in their natural form help to relieve ailments, along with proper diet and exercise.

Naturopathy is based on the belief that the body has the power to heal and repair itself and recover from illnesses spontaneously, if, in a healthy environment. Here, the body is considered a whole and emphasis is on the patient’s physical, mental and emotional level.

GOLDEN PALMS SPA INCORPORATES THE FOLLOWING NATUROPATHY THERAPIES

HYDROTHERAPY OR AQUA THERAPY: Water healing is one of the oldest and safest methods for treating many common ailments. We know from personal experience, that water is not just for cleansing, but for healing as well. A dip into that tub of hot water, after a strenuous day, relieves fatigue and prevents stiffness.
Patients with long-term circulatory problems benefit most through hydrotherapy, since it stimulates the body cells. Lymphatic fluid reaches the cells more quickly, which means that minerals and vitamins from food reach their destination sooner. The removal of toxins is accelerated.

There is another side to hydrotherapy which cannot be evaluated scientifically and that concerns the effect on the mind.

Types of Aqua Therapies:

Cleansing therapies: Rectal irrigation: Enema or rectal irrigation is a method where we inject fluid with the help of a catheter; it is useful in cleansing the rectum of the accumulated faecal matter. This improves the peristaltic movement of the bowels and thereby relieves constipation

Baths: It can be varied in temperatures like cold, hot and neutral in a specially designed tubs

1-Hipbath or sitz bath: Hipbaths are given at cold, neutral and hot temperatures in a special Hipbath tub. The tub is filled with enough water to cover the hips and reaches the navel of the patient. Indications – Constipation, indigestion, piles, urinary problems, menstrual problems.

2-Spinal bath: Spinal baths are given in tubs specially made for them. Its given in hot, cold and neutral temperatures. A perforated tube is provided at the centre of the tub in order that the constantly emanating ascending jet will give a gentle massage to the whole spinal column. Indicated - High blood pressure, fatigue, mental disorders, sleeplessness, loss of memory, tensions

4- Immersion bath: Its also know as full bath where the patient will dip all of his body in the tub. Indication – fever, hypertension, obesity, arthritis

5- Foot and Arm bath: Foot and arm baths are intended to increase blood circulation or lessen it. Thus, the monitored blood circulation can produce warmth, sweating or reduce the temperature of a particular path. In these baths, either the arms or feet, or both, are immersed in the water inside the tubs to above the elbow and calf muscles respectively, sitting on a stool

6-Steam Inhalation- Facial steam gives tremendous and immediate relief and is recommended incase of Sinusitis, cold, tonsillitis and in asthmatic conditions

7-Steam bath- is a powerful treatment to eliminate the morbid matter from the surface of the skin a condition sometimes known as “constipation of the skin” indicated in case of arthritis, uric acid problems & obesity

8-Sauna bath-Sauna bath chambers are improved replacements of the old Turkish bath chambers. The cabin is specially made of pinewood; Dry steam comes out, as in case of steam bath; it’s the moist steam. Indicated in case of chronic disorders, toxemia, Sciatica and lumbago

9-Hydro bath or Underwater pressure bath-This is the latest addition to hydrotherapeutics By this application, the body gets influenced not only with the temperature of water, but also by the percussion movement which is made on the periphery with a strong water jet. So it is just like a water massage Indicated in paralysis, Obesity, Indigestion, insomnia, Tired muscles Arthritis, and Sciatica

10-Fountain of Spring (Affusion Shower)
Seven showerheads are placed above the chakra points along your spine to create a soothing hydrotherapy massage. The water is both comforting and nourishing. An esoteric experience likened to being under a waterfall that leaves you feeling invigorated yet balanced.

2. ACUPUNCTURE--ACUPRESSURE
Acupuncture and acupressure are natural healing systems developed by the Chinese and successfully practiced in their culture for centuries. Acupuncture as a technique, is used to unblock and redirect energy flow through the insertion of needles along with the use of the thumb for pressure – Acupressure – at key points of the body to balance energies. Many of the places where needles are inserted have no nerve endings. It is based on the occult system of Taoism often called yin and yang chi of ki, a common force that flows through the universe

These specific points run along what are called meridians (zones). There are 12 meridians or zones corresponding with different organs of the body, the meridians run up and down the body from head to toe.

Disease occurs when the body’s energy flow becomes unbalanced. Long very fine needles are inserted at specific points of the body, or fingertip stimulation is used to bring the energy flow into balance & release blockages. This allows the energy of the universe to flow freely (chi) giving health to the body. Acupressure was invented for those afraid of needles.

3. REIKI: Reiki, a Japanese word, usually translates as universal life energy. Rei (spirit), Ki (energy). The Practice of Reiki is an art coupled with a scientific system wherein the cosmic energy available in the universe is directed towards rendering good health or curing sickness or disease in an individual. This cosmic power keeps the entire universe intact and is present in every living being and is directed scientifically to the practitioner

Reiki stimulates the system and regulates the function of the body, mind and soul resulting in healing of all diseases and discomfort in a natural way

4. REFLEXOLOGY: Reflexology is a Complementary Therapy that works on the feet or hands enabling the body to heal itself. Following illness, stress, injury or disease, it is in a state of "imbalance", and vital energy pathways are blocked, preventing the body from functioning effectively. Reflexology can be used to restore and maintain the body's natural equilibrium and encourage healing.

A Reflexologist uses his hands to apply pressure to the feet. For each person the application and the effect of the therapy is unique. Sensitive, trained hands can detect tiny deposits and imbalances in the feet, and by working on these points the Reflexologist can release blockages and restore the free flow of energy to the whole body. Tensions are eased, and circulation and elimination is improved. This gentle therapy encourages the body to heal itself, often counteracting a lifetime of misuse.

5. YOGA
In practice, yoga is an applied science of the mind and body. It comes from the Hindu vedas (scriptures). Its practice and study helps to bring about a natural balance of body and mind in which the state of health can manifest itself. Yoga itself does not create health; rather, it creates an internal environment that allows the individual to come to his own state of dynamic balance, or health. Basically, yoga teaches that a healthy person is a harmoniously integrated unit of body, mind and spirit.

Yoga becomes a philosophy that offers instruction and insight into every aspect of life: the spiritual, the mental and the physical. Yoga considers that most diseases are due to insufficient life force, either in the body as a whole, or a blockage of life force to one part of the body. This leads to a lowered body resistance or immunity to disease.
When the whole body has lowered life force, the result is a lowered vitality level, poor health and susceptibility to infection. The best way to increase the general life force of the body is by good nutrition, sufficient deep steep, a positive mental attitude and yoga.
Along with physical activities even mental modulation is important with breathing exercises and meditation

Kapalabhathi: The process of cleaning the windpipe is one of the shuddhikriyas. The word kapalbhati is made up of two words, kapal meaning skull (here skull includes all the organs under the skull too) and bhati means shining, illuminating.. In this process of Kapalbhati, the carbon dioxide is thrown out of the body in large quantity and similarly in the same proportion, the oxygen is absorbed into the body

Jalanethi: The cleaning of the nasal path is known as Jalnetineti. The aim of the process is to purify the breathing path right from the nostrils to the throat. This cleansing process helps to relive cold, cough, and sinusitis

6. MEDITATION: Meditation is a safe and simple way to balance a person's physical, emotional, and mental states. Meditation purifies the mind and restores the spirit's primal powers by withdrawing all distracting thoughts and disturbing emotions from the mind.

7. PRANAYAMA: Breathing is important for two reasons. It is the only means to supply our bodies and its various organs with the supply of oxygen, which is vital for our survival. The second function of breathing is that it is one means to get rid of waste products and toxins from the body. Different breathing techniques help to improve the quality of the blood, increase the digestion capacity and assimilation of food, improve the health of the nervous system, rejuvenate the glands and the skin.