An Ayurvedic practitioner will perform various traditional diagnosis and prognosis methods including: pulse reading and visual assessments such as eye, tongue and nail readings to determine the balance of your "doshic" state. A treatment plan will be made accordingly to improve nutrition, lifestyle, and self care rituals. In chronic conditions, a detoxification program called “panchkarma” (fivefold detox program), herbal remedies, and physical therapies may be encouraged by the Ayurvedic practitioner.