Explore Akshi Tarpan at AyurNest, Kankurgachi, Kolkata. Also known as Netra Tarpana, this traditional Ayurvedic procedure involves retaining a prescribed preparation around the eyes using a dough ring. Consult our practitioner to understand the procedure, its suitability and the precautions involved.
Akshi Tarpan, also known as Netra Tarpana, is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy focused on eye care. During the procedure, a ring made from dough is placed around the eyes to create a small reservoir. A prescribed preparation, traditionally involving medicated ghee, is then retained within this reservoir for a specific duration.
The procedure is described in Ayurvedic practice as a specialised form of eye care. At AyurNest, the suitability of Akshi Tarpan should be assessed individually, taking into account your eye health, medical history and any existing symptoms.
Akshi Tarpan begins with an assessment to understand your eye health and whether the procedure is appropriate for you.
If considered suitable, a dough ring is carefully placed around the eye area to form a small reservoir. A prescribed preparation, traditionally medicated ghee, is introduced into this reservoir under the practitioner's supervision.
The preparation is retained for the duration advised by the practitioner before being removed carefully. The procedure requires attention to hygiene, temperature, individual comfort and eye safety.
Your Experience: The procedure involves keeping the eyes within the prepared reservoir for a prescribed period. Your practitioner will explain each step and monitor your comfort throughout the session.
An Akshi Tarpan session may last approximately 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the procedure and individual treatment plan.
The number of sessions and overall treatment duration are determined by the practitioner following an assessment of your eye health and individual requirements.
Your practitioner will explain the procedure, preparation and necessary precautions before beginning treatment.
Akshi Tarpan is a specialised traditional Ayurvedic procedure focused on eye care. It involves the supervised application of a prescribed preparation around the eyes as part of an individualised Ayurvedic treatment approach.
Akshi Tarpan is a traditional Ayurvedic eye-care procedure in which a prescribed preparation, traditionally medicated ghee, is retained around the eyes using a dough ring. It is also known as Netra Tarpana.
You can enquire about Akshi Tarpan at AyurNest, located in Kankurgachi, Kolkata. Contact the centre to discuss the procedure and arrange an initial consultation.
Both terms refer to the traditional Ayurvedic procedure involving the retention of a prescribed preparation around the eyes. The terminology may vary across Ayurvedic practices.
A prescribed preparation, traditionally involving medicated ghee, is used during the procedure. The formulation should be selected by the practitioner according to the individual treatment plan.
Akshi Tarpan is traditionally associated with Ayurvedic eye care, but it should not be considered a proven treatment for dry eye disease. Anyone experiencing persistent dryness should consult an ophthalmologist before considering additional therapies.
There is insufficient reliable clinical evidence to establish that Akshi Tarpan improves eyesight or corrects vision problems. It should not replace prescribed glasses, medication or ophthalmological treatment.
Discover this traditional Ayurvedic eye-care procedure at AyurNest, Kankurgachi, Kolkata. Speak with our practitioner to learn more about Akshi Tarpan, understand the necessary precautions and determine whether the procedure may be suitable for your individual needs.
