Specific Treatments

Abhyangam

It is a general body massage with herbal oils, prepared according to body constitution to counter different diseases and for rejuvenation. Ayurveda increases blood circulation in the body.

For : insomnia, vata-predominant diseases, rejuvenation, spondylosis, backache, arthritis, fatigue.

Udvartanam

This is a body massage with herbal powder for about 30 to 40 minutes daily for a period of 7 to 14 days. This treatment is for diseases like hemiplegia, paralysis, obesity, rheumatic disorders and to ensure weight loss.

Pizhichil

Lukewarm herbal oil is poured all over the body in a special rhythmic manner continuously for a period of 7 to 21 days.
For : arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, sexual weakness, general weakness, nervous disorders, rejuvenation and spondylosis.

Marma Therapy

Marma points or sthans are special points of energy in the body. Marma therapy helps to unblock these channels of energies and thus restores health.

Chavittiuzhichil

Special Keralian massage administered with the foot. This is recommended deep tissue massage for people who undergo rigorous physical exercise, who have deep muscular pain and rigid bodies. It is especially good for athletes or sportspersons.

Shiro Dhara

In this process, warm herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter and milk are poured on the forehead continuously for about 45 minutes in a day for a period of 7-21 days. Recommended for insomnia, vata-predominant diseases, mental tension, certain skin disorders and as a beauty treatment.

Kizhi

Application of boluses of various Ayurvedic preparations in a muslin bag, heated and rubbed all over the body.

Njavarakizhi

Application of boluses of rice in a muslin bag, heated and rubbed all over the body.
For rheumatism, pain in the joints, emaciation of limbs, high blood pressure, cholesterol, skin diseases, rejuvenation and paralysis.

Shiro Basti

Medicated oil retention over the head using a special apparatus known as “basti”.
For anxiety, facial paralysis, insomnia, neurological disorders, psychological disorders and stress.

Kati Basti

Retention of warm medicated herbal oil over the lower back in a special herbal apparatus.
For chronic and acute backaches, lumbar spondylosis, osteoporosis and sciatica.

Netra Basti

Retention of warm medicated herbal oil over the eyes in a special herbal apparatus.
For relaxation and certain disorders of the eyes and as a beauty treatment.