Raktamokshan(Jalokaavcharan)
Raktamokshana is a very powerful method of blood purification in Ayurveda, where the removal of small quantities of impure blood is done to neutralize the accumulated toxins.
This ancient therapeutic discipline is particularly advantageous when the blood (Rakta) and Pitta doshas have become so disturbed that they are beyond being balanced by herbs or other means. In this scenario, Raktamokshana comes as a great relief which helps to heal effectively.
Jalauka (Leech Therapy) in Raktamokshana
Jalauka therapy (Leech therapy) is a mild but potent form of Raktamokshana or Jalauka (Applied Bloodletting). This is more helpful when someone has a skin disorder, inflammation, or any condition where cooling and detoxifying of the blood needs to be done due to vitiated Pitta dosha.
Though both follow the Same process i.e., Blood Removal, The Benefits of Leech-Bloodletting are as Follows:
1. Delicate Yet Effective
Jalauka therapy is considered the best bloodletting. This is quite easy on the body and can be used for those who are either physically or mentally sensitive.
2. Strong suit for delicate individuals
This treatment can be administered to delicate patients like the elderly, children, women, and those who are shy in nature or fear pain. Those from a place that is physically and mentally delicate, and extreme types of therapies may not be suitable. The leech therapy (Jalaukavacharana) is an alternative that works well without unsettling you.
3. Works on Sub-Layers of the Body
From the deepest layers of body systems, it tackles root causes and this is what makes relief stay for long.
4. Rapid Results
Jalauka therapy: This is done and can cure any disorders in a faster way as compared to other modes of treatment. The method acts quickly to discharge the impure blood which means symptoms are more rapidly addressed.
5. Greater Symptom Relief
This therapy also diminishes the aggravating symptoms related to blood and Pitta such as skin rashes, boils & different fiery conditions by purifying vitiated blood.
6. Low Risk of Complications
Barring this very rare exception, Jalauka is a safe alternative for blood purification in even the most sensitive and vulnerable segment of the population.
Benefits of Raktamokshana in general
1. Boosts luminosity and radiance
Raktamokshana purifies the blood by removing toxins and enhances skin complexion and energy.
2. Improves Sensory Clarity
Clear operating sense organs help in better perception and experience of the world as a whole because purification makes the blood pure, its clarity is much sharper than before.
3. Improves Agni/ Digestive Fire
Provides relief from Rasah, the root cause of all diseases and this can be done through RaktaMokshana(It removes impurities from blood so Agni becomes strong which is responsible for digestion, whenever there are obstacles caused by impure blood. This results in good digestion, metabolism, and health.
4. Aids Lightness of the Body
The therapy makes the body feel lighter and more energetic by relieving it of toxins, resulting in a significantly lesser burden being placed on its systems.
5. Alleviates Pain
Raktamokshana works well in reducing or eliminating painful conditions associated with blood and Pitta imbalances such as arthritis, gout, and inflammatory skin disorders.
6. Decreases Disorder Intensity
Helps to decrease the intensity and recurrence of symptoms by treating the root cause of blood disorders, thus substantially improving a healthy life.
Raktamokshana, especially Jalauka (leech) is one of the specialist yet efficient methods available in Ayurveda that assists in the removal of highly toxic blood and allows the balancing of your system. Since this therapy not only relieves one of the symptoms but also helps in long-term well-being and living it has become a primary fixture for setting Ayurvedic healing practices.
