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Hypertension is a condition in which
the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated. High blood
pressure usually does not cause symptoms but rarely heaviness of head,
dizziness etc. Long term high blood pressure is however a major risk factor for
coronary artery disease,stroke,heart failure,peripheral vascular disease,vision
loss and chronic kidney disease.
The increase in prevalence of the
condition is due to life style and dietary factors such as physical
inactivity,alcohol and tobacco use and a high sodium rich diet usually from
processed and fatty foods.
Blood pressure is the force exerted by
the blood against the walls of arteries.Normal blood pressure ranges from 120
mm of mercury – Systolic - (the pressure as the heart pumps blood around the
body) and 80 mm of mercury - Diastolic - (the pressure as the heart relaxes and
refills with the blood).Hypertension is defined as having a blood pressure
higher than 140 over 90 mm of mercury
CLASSIFICATION
Primary(essential)High Blood Pressure-About
90% to 95% of cases are primary, defined as blood pressure due to non specific
life style and genetic factors.
Secondary High Blood Pressure-Remaining
5% to 10% of cases are secondary high blood pressure due to identifiable causes
such as chronic kidney disease, hormonaldisorders, narrowingof kidneyarteries
etc.
FEATURES
Most probably asymptomatic but
associated symptoms such as Headache,Dizziness,Bleeding through nose,Ringing
sound in ears,Blurred vision,Palpitation,Depression,Irritability,Fatigue are
seen.
MANAGEMENT
Modification in life style by Salt
restriction
Moderation of alcohol consumption
High consumption of vegetables, fruits and
a low fatty diet.
Reduction of weight
Regular physical exercise
Stress reduction
Medication includes diuretics,beta
blockers,calcium channel blockers etc.
AYURVEDIC VIEW
Ayurveda -the science of life - has a
holistic approach and aims to not only cure the patient but also bring about
complete health.
In Ayurveda hyper tension is considered
as VYANA VATA VAISHAMYA.
According to Ayurvedic concept Vyanavata is one among the five types
of vata which is located in heart and is responsible for circulation of fluid
all over the body through blood vessels.By the excessive intake of cold,dry
foods,spicy items,alcoholic beverages,caffeine and adopting regimen which cause
excessive physical exertion,smoking,suppression of natural urges,fear, depression
leads to aggravation of Vata and produce many symptoms such as head
ache,fatigue,dizziness,DHAMANI PRATICHAYA(PRESSURE
ON BLOOD VESSELS)etc.
MANAGEMENT
The treatment for hyper tension is to
bring vitiated vyanavata to equilibrium by adopting healthy changes in diet and
regimen such as:
Low sodium diet
Low fat diet
Regular intake of fruits and vegetables
Meditation
Pranayama
Yoga
Regular exercise
Weight reduction
Positive attitude
Medications
NAMAMI SPECIAL
PROTOCOL TO TREAT HYPERTENSION
In Namami we have an expert team of doctors
experienced in treating Hypertension resorting to the traditional treatment
procedures.We also have a special team to provide utmost care in dealing with
hypertensive patients to modify their life style and diet.
The treatment is strictly based on the
condition of the patient and the stage of the disease taking into consideration
of the constitution,strength,season,digestive capacity,habitat,age,mental state
of the patient.Special diet, therapies, internal medications, Yoga postures and
modification of lifestyle are provided in accordance with the condition of the patient.
Some of the therapies include:
Effective herbal medications such as decoctions,
tablets are given to pacify the vitiation.
Therapies like SHIRO ABHYANGA,SHIRA SEKA,SHIRO PICHU,SHIRO BASTHI etc provide
extreme relaxation and relief from
mental stress.
SARVANGA DHARA
is a
whole body therapy giving relaxation to the body and different medicated
liquids are used for different patients according to the condition and
constitution of the patients.
Certain special yoga postures are
advised by the Yoga instructor in consultation with the doctor to regain energy
and mental strength.
Diet of the patient is specially
charted out by the Naturopathic doctor and the Nutritionist taking care of all
the aspects.
Namami healthcare cares for the total
wellbeing of the patient by adopting classical Ayurveda treatments along with
other alternative systems of medicines such as Naturopathy, Yoga and meditation etc.
Namami is an
Ayurvedic Retreat Center Practicing Ayurveda therapies in the best manner
situated by the banks of River Periyar near Cochin International Airport
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