• Symptom Relief: Reduces itching, scaling, and inflammation.
  
  
• Improved Skin Health: Promotes smoother, clearer skin with a focus on hydration and healing.
  
  
• Boosted Confidence: Restores the appearance of the skin, improving self-esteem.
  
  
• Customized Care: Each patient receives a personalized treatment approach.
  
  
• Long-Term Management: Prevents flare-ups and helps maintain healthy skin over time.

The exact cause of psoriasis is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to an immune system malfunction, where the body mistakenly accelerates skin cell production. Key contributing factors include:

1. Genetics: Psoriasis often runs in families, suggesting a genetic predisposition.

2. Immune System: Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder, where the immune system attacks healthy skin cells, causing them to reproduce rapidly.

3. Triggers: Psoriasis flare-ups can be triggered by stress, infections, skin injuries, certain medications, and environmental factors such as cold weather.

Symptoms of Psoriasis

• Thickened Skin: Raised, red patches covered with silvery scales.

• Itching and Discomfort: The affected skin may be itchy, sore, or even painful.

• Dry, Cracked Skin: Psoriasis plaques often result in dry, cracked skin that may bleed.

• Nail Changes: Psoriasis can affect the nails, causing pitting, discoloration, and crumbling.

• Joint Pain: Psoriatic arthritis is a related condition that causes joint pain and swelling in some individuals.

Ayurveda views psoriasis as an imbalance of the Vata and Kapha doshas, aggravated by factors like poor diet, stress, and unhealthy lifestyle habits. According to Ayurvedic principles, psoriasis can result from the accumulation of toxins (ama) in the body, which disrupts the skin’s natural balance and leads to the overproduction of skin cells.

Ayurvedic treatment for psoriasis focuses on balancing the doshas, detoxifying the body, and restoring the natural function of the skin through a holistic approach involving herbal remedies, dietary changes, and lifestyle modifications.

Key Ayurvedic principles in the treatment of psoriasis include:

• Detoxification (Shodhana Therapy): Ayurveda emphasizes cleansing the body of toxins through Panchakarma, which involves therapies like Virechana (purgation) and Vamana (emesis) to cleanse the digestive system and eliminate toxins.

• Balancing Doshas: Ayurvedic treatments aim to balance the aggravated Vata and Kapha doshas through diet, herbal remedies, and external therapies, bringing harmony back to the body.

• Internal and External Herbal Therapies: Ayurvedic treatments use herbs and natural oils both internally and externally to nourish the skin, reduce inflammation, and promote healing.

Ayurvedic Treatments for Psoriasis at VHCA

At VHCA Ayurvedic Hair Clinic, we offer personalized and comprehensive Ayurvedic treatments for psoriasis that address the root cause of the condition and aim to provide long-term relief.

1. Herbal Remedies: Our Ayurvedic experts provide a range of herbal formulations to help purify the blood, strengthen the immune system, and reduce inflammation. Some of the key herbs used in psoriasis treatment include:

• Turmeric (Haridra): Known for its anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

• Neem (Nimba): A powerful detoxifying herb that purifies the blood and promotes healthy skin.

• Guggulu: An herb that helps in reducing inflammation and balancing the body’s metabolism.

2. Diet and Lifestyle Guidance: Diet plays a crucial role in managing psoriasis in Ayurveda. Our experts recommend a personalized diet that avoids foods that aggravate Vata and Kapha, such as dairy, spicy, and fried foods. Instead, the focus is on easily digestible, nourishing foods that promote detoxification and balance in the body. Stress management techniques such as yoga, meditation, and pranayama (breathing exercises) are also incorporated into the treatment plan.

3. Ongoing Support and Management: Psoriasis is a chronic condition that requires ongoing care and management. VHCA provides long-term support with follow-up treatments, lifestyle advice, and herbal supplements to help prevent future flare-ups and maintain healthy skin.