Determination of your uniqueness, Prakruti , by pulse diagnosis, history and observation, is an essential step in understanding your basic qualities, tendencies and needs. The determination of your Vikruti , or state of imbalance, is critical to recognizing and correcting the accumulations of factors which have led to your lack of wellbeing and to disease. This process, though complex, is easily understood and is the basis for the treatment plan. All therapies are aimed at bringing the individual back to his specific Prakruti , to his natural place of balance. The comprehensive nature of these methods often allow for the healing of chronic unresponsive disorders which plague western medicine.
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He has continued to care for sick infants since 1974 in Santa Clara Valley. A yoga student since 1972, Dr Paul began his study of Ayurvedic Medicine in 1992 with Dr. Vasant Lad, in internationally recognized author, master teacher and practitioner of authentic Ayurveda. He founded Alternative Health Services in 1994 based on the programs and methods of Dr. Lad. Dr. Paul has lectured on Ayurveda at Stanford University Medical Center and at other Bay Area locations. He enjoys sharing the insights of Ayurvedic vision and recognizes the importance of the mutual and persistent efforts of patient and physician in finding a solution to recalcitrant illness.