Thyroid disorders involve the malfunction of the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. This gland plays a crucial role in regulating the body’s metabolism, energy production, temperature, and overall hormone balance.
Diagnosis of thyroid disorders typically involves blood tests to measure thyroid hormone levels (TSH, T3, T4), imaging tests such as ultrasound or radioactive iodine scans, and sometimes biopsy of thyroid nodules.
Treatment for thyroid varies depending on the type and severity of the thyroid disorder.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Thyroid:
Panchakarma Therapy:
Panchakarma therapies, such as like abhyanga (oil massage), shirodhara (oil stream on the forehead) Basti (medicated enema), may be recommended by Ayurvedic practitioners to help detoxify the body and balance the doshas, which may support thyroid health.
Pranayama:
Breathing exercises, or pranayama, are integral to Ayurveda and can help balance the doshas (energies) in the body. Practices like Bhastrika (Bellows Breath) and Ujjayi (Victorious Breath) may be beneficial for thyroid health.