Akshi Tarpana is an ayurvedic rejuvenating eye therapy where medicated ghee is retained around the eyes in a dough ring to improve vision, treat dryness, and relieve eye strain. It is a specialized ayurvedic therapy aimed at nourishing and rejuvenating the eyes.
This treatment involves the application of warm, medicated ghee or oil around the eyes, which is retained in a dough ring made around the eyes. The therapy helps to improve vision, relieve eye strain, and address various eye conditions. The medicated oil soothes the eyes, reduces inflammation, and improves lubrication, making it an ideal treatment for dry eyes, eye fatigue, and even certain eye disorders such as conjunctivitis and cataracts.
Akshi Tarpanam is a delicate and gentle procedure performed by a trained therapist under the strict guidance of an Ayurvedic physician. The treatment typically lasts between 20 to 30 minutes.
Preparation: The patient lies comfortably on their back with the head slightly elevated. The area around the eyes is cleaned. A dam or ring is constructed around each eye socket using a thick, soft paste made from black gram flour or whole wheat flour. The ring must be perfectly sealed to prevent leakage.
Main Procedure: Lukewarm medicated ghee (e.g., Triphala Ghrita or Jeevantyadi Ghrita) is slowly poured into the dough reservoir, ensuring the ghee completely covers the eyeballs and eyelashes. The ghee must be precisely at body temperature or slightly warmer.
The patient is instructed to open and close their eyes repeatedly for a specified duration (which varies based on the condition), allowing the medicinal properties of the ghee to penetrate the deep ocular tissues.
The ghee is retained for a prescribed period, usually until the eyes begin to tear or a slight burning sensation occurs (the expected sign of completion).
Post-Therapy Care: After the time is complete, the ghee is carefully removed by soaking it up with cotton wool or by breaking the dough ring to drain the ghee into a basin.
The eyes are gently cleaned and covered with cotton pads for a few minutes to protect them from bright light.
The patient is advised to avoid bright light, excessive reading, screen time, and exposure to dust or wind for the rest of the day. They are also usually given a light diet.
Akshi Tarpanam is a specific therapeutic technique. However, it is customized primarily based on the nature of the medicated substance used, which is determined by the patient’s condition:
Ghrita Tarpanam (Ghee-based): This is the most common form, using different kinds of medicated ghee (clarified butter). It is the standard treatment for nourishing, strengthening, and pacifying Pitta Dosha and Vata Dosha in the eyes.
Taila Tarpanam (Oil-based): In some instances, for specific conditions like chronic dry eye caused by severe Vata, a highly specialized medicated oil may be used, though ghee is the traditionally preferred medium.
Each session takes 20 to 30 minutes, recommended for 5 to 7 consecutive days for optimal results, depending on the specific condition being treated.
Akshi Tarpanam is a highly effective, non-surgical treatment for a wide range of eye disorders caused by modern lifestyle strain and aging.
Key Conditions Treated:
After Akshi Tarpanam, it is advisable to practice the following:
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