Outpatient Care
Movement & Hands-On Therapies
Regularly planned sessions supporting relaxation, mobility and musculoskeletal comfort alongside existing care.
- Guided yoga
- Acupuncture & acupressure
- Therapeutic massage
Complementary Care
Naturopathy & Yoga
Yoga, acupuncture, massage and therapeutic natural treatments that support your body, mind and spirit alongside your conventional medical care.
Reviewed by the Naturopathy & Yoga therapy team, Mangala Hospital · Last updated August 2026
Overview
Naturopathy & Yoga at Mangala Hospital
Naturopathy at Mangala Hospital is built around the traditional Panchamahabhuta concept — the idea that the five elements of Air, Water, Fire, Earth and Space underpin physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing. In practice, this means a highly personalised approach: your daily routine, diet, hydration and lifestyle are looked at as a whole, not just the symptom in front of us, with treatment adjusted to what your body and circumstances actually need.
The department offers care across four broad approaches — personalised lifestyle and diet adjustments, physical therapy through yoga and movement, complementary medications drawing on homeopathy and herbal medicine, and tactile therapies such as massage and acupuncture/acupressure. Outpatients typically work with yoga, acupuncture and massage sessions, while admitted patients have access to more intensive inpatient therapies including hydrotherapy, mud therapy and supervised fasting therapy.
Naturopathy is offered at Mangala Hospital as a complementary, supportive form of care — used alongside, not instead of, the conventional medical and surgical treatment provided by our specialist departments. It is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment of disease, and patients with an existing medical condition should continue to follow their treating doctor's advice while using naturopathic therapies for general wellbeing support.
Areas of Wellbeing Support
Complementary, Not a Substitute
Naturopathy works alongside your doctor's treatment plan, not in place of it. Always continue prescribed medical care for any diagnosed condition.
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Natural Therapy Within a Full-Service Hospital
Personalised Care Plans
Diet, routine and therapy choices are tailored to you, not delivered as a one-size-fits-all package.
Outpatient & Inpatient Options
Yoga, acupuncture and massage for outpatients; hydrotherapy, mud therapy and fasting therapy for admitted patients.
Within a Full Hospital Setting
Complementary therapy delivered alongside — never in isolation from — full diagnostic and specialist medical backup.
Whole-Person Approach
Care that considers physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing together, not just a single symptom.
Affordable, Accessible Sessions
Outpatient and inpatient natural therapy sessions offered at accessible rates as part of Mangala Hospital's care.
Trained Therapy Team
Sessions are delivered by our dedicated naturopathy and yoga therapists, working in step with your treating doctor.
Treatments Offered
Outpatient & Inpatient Therapies
Supportive therapies are selected around individual wellbeing goals and coordinated with any ongoing medical care.
Inpatient Care
Structured Natural Therapies
Supervised therapies for admitted patients, coordinated with the hospital treatment and recovery plan.
- Hydrotherapy
- Mud therapy
- Supervised fasting
Complementary Support
Additional Wellness Support
Selected only when appropriate and always used alongside—not instead of—prescribed medical treatment.
- Homeopathic support
- Herbal preparations
- Lifestyle guidance
What to Expect
Your Wellness Journey, Step by Step
Initial Assessment
A first conversation about your lifestyle, routine and wellbeing goals, and any existing medical conditions.
Personalised Plan
A combination of therapies — yoga, massage, acupuncture or others — is suggested to suit your needs.
Therapy Sessions
Outpatient sessions or, for admitted patients, inpatient therapies like hydrotherapy and mud therapy.
Review & Continuation
Your plan is reviewed and adjusted over time, in step with any medical treatment you continue to receive.
Connected Care
Facilities Supporting This Department
Patient Education
Frequently Asked Questions
Can naturopathy replace my regular medical treatment?+
No. Naturopathy at Mangala Hospital is offered as a complementary form of support alongside your doctor's treatment plan, not as a replacement for it. Please continue any prescribed medical or surgical treatment as advised by your specialist.
What is the Panchamahabhuta concept?+
It is a traditional framework viewing the body and wellbeing through the five elements — Air, Water, Fire, Earth and Space — used to guide a personalised, whole-person approach to lifestyle and therapy choices.
Do I need to be admitted to use these services?+
No. Outpatient therapies such as yoga, acupuncture and massage are available without admission. Hydrotherapy, mud therapy and fasting therapy are offered to inpatients under supervision.
Is acupuncture safe?+
Acupuncture and acupressure are performed by our trained therapy team using standard hygiene practices. As with any therapy, tell your therapist about existing medical conditions, medications or pregnancy before starting.
How many sessions will I need?+
This varies by individual and the therapy chosen. Your therapist will discuss a suggested plan and review your progress with you at follow-up visits.
Are naturopathy sessions covered by insurance?+
Coverage for complementary therapies varies by policy. Please check with our billing desk or see our Insurance page to confirm what your specific plan covers.
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