Immunity & Rejuvenation

Abhyangam

Therapeutic massage with medicated oils

Abhyangam is a Sanskrit word, which means application of oil all over the body. It is relaxing and refreshing full body massage with medicated herbal oils to take care of physical, mental, emotional well being of the person while balancing the doshas. Ancient Ayurvedic text books recommend this as an integral part of the daily routine to all who wish good health and longevity of life.

Benefits of Abhyangam:

Subsides ailments caused by Vata dosha and Kapha dosha
Removes fatigue
Improves eyesight
Induces longevity
Induces sleep
Provides resistance against diseases
Improves complexion and lustre of the skin
Increases physical strength
Delays ageing

Swedanam

Medicated steam bath

Swedanam is a traditional steam therapy designed to open tissues with the saturation of heat and moisture. Deep seated toxins are released through the pores of the skin, thereby reducing inflammation, improving circulation. It promotes healing & restoration.

Note: Generally Swedanam is done after Abyangam.

Benefits

Detaches toxins; expels them through the tiny pores of the skin along with sweat
Increases circulation; reduces inflammation
Revitalizes and rejuvenates the skin
Improves digestion
Acts on fat tissues
Relieves stress
Ease sore muscles
Reduces numbness, stiffness, rigidity, heaviness; improves mobility

Pizhichil

Kaya Seka or Medicated oil bath

Kaya Seka or Sarvanga Dhara or Pizhichil is a special treatment procedure followed by traditional vaidyas (physicians) of Kerala. The word Pizhichil in the Malayalam language literally means “squeezing”. Here the whole body is bathed in streams of lukewarm medicated oil with a simultaneous soft massage. This Ayurveda’s Royal Treatment is famously called the “treatment for aristocrats” because the treatment was especially offered to the king in ancient times.

Benefits:

Relieves body pain and muscle spasms
Helps in healing bone injuries
Increases immunity and prolongs life span
Promotes normal development of muscle mass
Improves skin complexion
Has anti-ageing treatment
Improves blood circulation
A very soothing, relaxing and rejuvenating treatment

Njavara Kizhi

Shashtika Shali Pinda Swedam

Navara in Malayalam stands for the rice (Shashtika Shali in Sanskrit) that grows in 60 days; Kizhi (Pinda in Sanskrit) stands for bolus. Njavara is an indigenous variety of rice grown in Kerala, having medicinal properties. It is a unique treatment procedure practised by Kerala Ayurveda physicians. It is massage therapy for the whole body or a specific part is done by the application of certain medicinal drugs with Njavara rice puddings externally in the form of boluses tied up in a muslin bag.

Benefits

Makes the body supple and removes stiffness
Calms the mind and reduces the stress
Promotes sound sleep
Boosts the immune system and slows the ageing process
Enhances body nourishment and rejuvenations
Improves lustre and texture of the skin
Sharpens the sense organs
Strengthens and nourishes the nervous system

Benifical in Hemiplegia and Arthritis

Shiro Dhara

Dripping of oil on the forehead

It is an amazingly relaxing therapy which uses a steady stream of warm medicated oils (Tail Dhara), medicated buttermilk (Takra Dhara), Milk (Dugdh Dhara) or medicated Decoction (Kashaya Dhara) using special devices to flow rhythmically across the forehead. This is usually done after Abhyangam. This therapy provides considerable relief from mental stress & psychosomatic disorders. It soothes your body and mind & induces sound sleep.

Duration of treatment: 45 minutes

Beneficial for the following conditions:

Mental and Emotional Benefits. strees and Anxiety Reduction. Shirodhara is known for its calming and relaxing effects, helping & to alleviate stoless and anxiety.
Improved sleep:It can help improve sleep quality, potentially managing isomnia and. promoting restful sleep.
Enhanced Cognitive Function Art & Shirodhara may improve mental clarity focus and concentration.
Physical Benefits: Hair and Scalp Heath: The oils used in shirodhara can nowrish the scalp, reduce hair loss and promote hair growth
Relief from Headaches: Shirodhara can help relive tension headaches and migraines.
Improved Circulation : The warm bit I Can stimulate blood civiculation in the hegel potentially benefits brain a function
Muscle Relaxation: The warm oil can Shirodhara cant
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relax muscles and reduce tension,.potentially believing pain and discomfort.
Balanced Hormones: Shirodhara – may help balance the endocrine System and reduce Symptoms of hormonal imbalances.tips
Other Benefits : Shivrodhara is often combined with other Ayurvedic therapies. dietary recommendations, and as lifestyle changes to promote overall well being.
The duration and type of oil used in Shirodhara may very on individual
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