This therapy is very beneficial in treating several diseases. There are 72 raagas which are known as the Melakarta ragas. Ragas do heal when rendered properly, at the right pitch, with the true vaadis and samvaadis brought forth and at the correct prahar. It has been proven that the 72 raagas can control 72 nerves in the human body. For patients suffering from hypertension, the adaptation of raaga therapy helps a lot in this regard. Hindustani
Hindustani and classical classical music consider Raga as depicting a specific mood.
There are several effects of raga:
- Raga Todi- provides relief from cold and headaches.
- Raga Malhar- used in the treatment of asthma and sunstroke
- Raga Bhairavi- offers relief to severe cold, sinus, toothache, tuberculosis
- Raga Malkauns- helps to cure low blood pressure
- Raga Darbari- releases tension.
- Raga Bageshri- accelerates calm, stability, and depth. Used in the treatment of hypertension and diabetes.
- Raga Dhansari- evokes a stable state of mind and also prevents acidity.
Key aspects of raga therapy include:
- Emotional and Mental Well-being: Different ragas are believed to evoke specific emotions or moods. For example, some ragas are associated with feelings of joy, peace, or contemplation. Listening to these ragas is thought to have a calming effect on the mind.
- Physical Health: Raga therapy is sometimes used to address physical health issues. It is believed that certain ragas may have a harmonizing effect on the body's energy and contribute to overall wellness.
- Cognitive Benefits: Some proponents suggest that exposure to specific ragas may enhance cognitive functions, including concentration and memory.
- Spiritual Connection: In addition to its potential therapeutic benefits, raga therapy is often seen as a means of connecting with a higher spiritual or transcendent realm.