Therapies
Abhyangam
This full-body therapeutic oil massage helps to relieve swelling, pain, muscular tension. It is followed by a steam bath and a hot shower. Abhyangam is a basic step that stimulates and rejuvenates various body systems.
- Indication : eczema, psoriasis, Arthritis; Muscular pain and joint pain, rejuvenation and body strengthening; improves body functions and good health.
Potli/Kizhi - Herbal Poultice
Herbal poultices are prepared with various herbs and medicated powders. The entire body is massaged with these poultices after they are warmed in medicated oil.
- Indication: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid, Arthritis, Joint Pain and Stiffness.
Pizhichil
Medicated warm oil used in a continuous stream for a definite period for the whole body.
- Indications: Strengthening, Neurological Disorders, Arthritis, Joint Injuries, Paralysis etc.
Sirodhara
Continuous streaming of oil/other medicated liquids into the forehead for 30 to 45min, followed by abhyangam.
- Indication: Stress, Disturbed Sleep, Hypertension, skin disorders, hair fall and dandruff, Phycological Disorders etc.
Navarakkizhi
Cooked medicated rice in milk, and herbal decoction ;the potli/poultices is made is used for the treatment.
- Indications: Boosts Immunity, Strengthen Sense Organs, Arthritis, Muscle and Joint Strengthening, Skin Health.
Nasyam
Nasya is the Ayurvedic procedure whereby the medicine is administered through the nasal passage Herbal extracts/herbal oil in doze is measured and instilled into the nostrils while inhaling. The face, shoulders, and chest are massaged with specific herbal oil before.
- Indications: Sinusitis, Migraine, Cervical Spondylitis, Strengthens sensory organs, Improves Memory Power.
Mukhalepam
Herbal paste applications for face and skin disorders.
- Indications: Acne, Hyperpigmentation
Kativasti And Greevavasthi
Medicated oil is filled and then retained in the lower back and neck area with the help of a ring made of black gram paste.
- Indications: Relief to the lower back and neck, this treatment is useful for chronic and acute back and neck aches, prolapsed disc, lumbar and cervical spondylosis, osteoporosis, sciatica and gynecological problems.
Udvarthanam/ Powder massage
Therapeutic massage using special herbal powder to reduce cellulite accumulations, improve circulation and enhance your skin’s texture and appearance. This is a wonderful
treatment for those seeking to achieve perfectly smooth skin and makes remarkable weight loss.
- Indications: Obesity, PCOD, Removes Dead skin, Fat Liquification, Strengthen Muscle Tone.
Shiropichu
A cotton pad soaked in medicated oil is placed on the head and kept moist with warm oil. Indications ; facial palsy, headache, insomnia, poor memory, neurological disorders, paralysis and skin disorders such as eczema.
Steam Bath
Every part of the body except the head is exposed to herbal steam. This produces
sweat, dilates the channels of the body, and facilitates easy removal of impurities it also helps the absorption of medicinal particles present in the herbal oil. The steam bath gives greater flexibility and suppleness to the body and reduces stiffness and swelling. Elimination water retention.
Karnapooranam
Lukewarm oil is poured into the ears or medicated fumes are directed into the ears.
- Indications: For infections affecting the ear and head, ear pain and puss
Padaabhyangam/Foot massage
Medicated oil massage helps to relax foot and plantar fascia with improving blood circulation.
Lepam
Herbal paste application to reduce swelling and inflammations.
Netra Tharpanam
Netra Tharpana is a special Ayurvedic treatment in which medicated ghee is retained over eye for the eye Nourishment.
- Indications: Relieves tiredness and also improves eyesight. It is highly recommended for people who regularly work at computers.
Sirovasti
Medicated oil retained within a cap fitted around the head.
- Indications: Cervical disorders, Neurological disorders, migraine etc.
Shiro Abhyangam
Continues pouring of medicated water/ decoction to reduce swelling and inflammations in body also to reduce stiffness.
Bandage
Herbal paste or oil is used to tie affected area.
- Indications: Joint pain/ injury/ muscle weakness
Dhoomapanam / Medicated Smoke
Medicated smoke is used for inhalation and exhalation
- Indication: Headache, Ear and eye pain, Uvulitis, Tonsilitis, lack of taste etc.
Vasthi/Enema
Oil/decoctions are used to insert through anus for cleansing
- Indications: Low back ache, IVDP, Bloating, infertility etc.
