Our Treatments

A unique massage which rejuvenates and balances the energies, recommended for overall health and well-being. In this warm oil massage, strokes are given based on the nature of illness. It is very useful for obesity, diabetic gangrene, roughness of skin, rheumatic problems and arthritis, and plays a major role in increasing the vitality of the body. Recommended for 45 minutes per day, for 7, 14, 21 or 28 days.

Shiroabhayangam can relieve or prevent headaches, soothes the sense organs, nourishes the hair, provides for sound sleep, increases cheerfulness and happiness, and helps with premature greying or balding of the hair.

A typical Kerala Panchakarma treatment in which strokes are made in an upward direction — Udwarthanam means “to promote or elevate”. It is an invigorating full-body massage using herbal powder (choornam) or paste instead of oil. After the massage, a herbal steam bath or kizhi is recommended, followed by a hot shower. Very good for obesity, diabetic neuropathy, paralysis, skin care, sciatica, indigestion and sclerosis of blood vessels: it activates the nerves, increases blood flow and revitalises the body, with fat reduction an important benefit. Recommended for 45 minutes per day, for 7, 14, 21 or 28 days.

Pizhichil literally means “squeezing”: warm medicated oil is squeezed over the patient’s body from a cloth periodically dipped in a vessel of oil, while the patient lies on a wooden droni. A special combination of oil massage and heat treatment, it is also called the “treatment for aristocrats”. Beneficial for nervous weakness, hypertension, Vata imbalances and emaciation of limbs, it increases blood circulation and nourishes muscles and nerve tissues.

One of the most effective traditional rejuvenation treatments, from the Astavaidya tradition of Kerala. Based on the principle of triggering perspiration with medicated herbal rice: after a general massage, boiled medicated rice wrapped in cotton bags dipped in warm medicated milk decoction is applied over the body. Used in convalescence after injury and trauma, and effective for muscular wasting, arthritis, rheumatism, joint and muscle pains, sciatica, slipped discs, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and nervous weakness. It also improves the lustre and texture of the skin. The therapy lasts 60–90 minutes a day, for 7–28 days.

A process by which part of the body — or the whole body — is perspired by the application of Njavara rice pudding. Very effective for rheumatism, joint and muscle pains, sciatica, slipped discs, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and nervous weakness. The therapy lasts 60–90 minutes a day, for 7–28 days.

An innovative classical massage using medicated leaves. Herbal leaves are fried in medicated oils with lemon pieces and coconut scrapes, tied in cloth boluses and dipped in hot medicated oil to massage the body — also known as Patrapotala Swedam. It promotes better circulation and is very effective for arthritic conditions, lumbago, cervical spondylosis, frozen shoulder, sciatica, pain and stiffness of joints, and post-paralytic spasm. Recommended for 30–45 minutes per day, for 7–28 days.

A very relaxing massage performed with a warm bolus of herbal powder made from a potent mixture of rejuvenating herbs. Effective in diseases caused by disrupted Vata and Kapha doshas such as rheumatic disorders, arthritis, spondylosis and paralysis; it prevents muscular sprain and stiffness, tones the musculature, and revives the skin for glow and vitality. Generally recommended for 12–28 days.

Medicated cow’s milk is heated and the steam passed over the entire body. Effective for numbness, facial paralysis, speech disorders, cervical spondylosis, spastic disorders, neurological problems, headache, allergies and nervous disorders. Recommended continuously for 7–14 days.

Specially prepared warm medicated oil is retained over the lower back within a herbal paste boundary. One of the most effective treatments for degenerative disorders of the area — chronic back ache, sciatica, rheumatoid arthritis, lumbago, osteoarthritis and weakness of the lower limbs. About 40–60 minutes per day, usually for 7–28 days.

Warm medicated oil is retained within a herbal paste boundary on the chest after a gentle body massage. An effective treatment for respiratory problems, heart disease and muscular chest pain. Retained for 45 minutes; usually recommended for 7–28 days.

Warm medicated oil is retained within a herbal paste boundary on the knee after a gentle knee massage — an effective treatment for knee problems. Retained for 30–45 minutes; usually recommended for 7–28 days.

A type of Ekanga Sweda — the word Upanaha means “to tie”. A warm herbal poultice is bound to the affected area; if applied in the morning it is removed at night, and vice versa. Very useful for various inflammatory and spastic conditions. Usually recommended for 7–14 days.

The body is smeared with medicated oil and a plunge bath is given in a tub filled with a decoction of vatahara leaves suited to the patient’s condition. Relieves joint pain and back pain, provides muscular relaxation, and helps with diseases of the spinal cord, hip and lower back, as well as gynaecological conditions.

One of the Purvakarma therapies, considered an effective treatment for diseases of the cranial nerves arising from Vata disorder. Very effective for paralysis, rheumatism, nervous complaints, headache, insomnia, hypertension and migraine.

Retaining medicated oils over the centre of the head with the help of a medicated paste (Shirolepam). Once prescribed for mental illness, it is now used for modern lifestyle conditions — lack of memory, willpower and concentration. Usually recommended for 7–28 days.

Medicated oil is retained in a fixed elongated cap around the forehead for 30–45 minutes. An effective treatment for many diseases of the head, face and central nervous system — ideal for facial paralysis, migraine, headache, insomnia, memory loss, mental stress, dryness of the nose and eyes, and cervical spondylosis. Usually recommended for 7–21 days.

Herbal oils, medicated milk or buttermilk are allowed to flow on the forehead in a special rhythmic method. Used for insomnia, Vata-predominant diseases, mental disorders, neurasthenia, memory loss and certain skin diseases. In Thakra Dhara, medicated buttermilk poured over the forehead and scalp treats dandruff, psoriasis, hypertension, diabetes and hair loss, cools the head, relieves stress and induces sleep. About 60–90 minutes a day, for 7–21 days.

Dhara means “pouring of medicinal liquid”. When applied to the head it is called Shirodhara — liquids such as oil, milk, buttermilk or coconut water are gently poured over the forehead (the “third eye”). Used to treat eye diseases, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, greying of hair, neurological disorders, memory loss, insomnia, hearing impairment, tinnitus, vertigo and skin diseases like psoriasis.

A special Dhara using a warm decoction prepared from cereals (Dhanya) and citrus vinegar (Amla), poured in a continual rhythmic stream over the body through a special vessel for one hour daily, for 7–28 days. A remedy for hemiplegia, paralysis, rheumatic complaints and Vata-predominant diseases.

A herbal face pack with specially made herbal powder and fresh cream that helps prevent wrinkles and improves skin tone. Mukhalepam increases fairness and prevents pimples, acne, marks, dark circles and darkness.

A rejuvenation treatment for the eyes: they are bathed in a pure form of medicated ghee retained within a paste boundary around the orbit, starting at about 35 minutes and adjusted day by day. It strengthens the optic nerves and eye muscles, prevents cataract, relieves strain, and provides a cooling effect — excellent for refractive errors, retinopathies, fatigue, dry eye syndrome and ocular muscle weakness. Often repeated for 7–21 days.

Warm medicated oil and fumes are applied to the ears for 5–10 minutes, followed by massage around the ears and jaw. Helps loosen wax and relieves jaw and neck tension, itching, earaches and headaches. Very effective for deafness and humming in the ears.

An Ayurvedic cleansing method in which herbal oils and decoctions are applied through the vaginal route. Prescribed for gynaecological infections, inflammation, erosions and infertility treatments, and as a purification process for the genital organs. Generally recommended for 7–28 days.

A medicinal leech sucks impure blood and aids ulcer healing, and can be used for the treatment of varicose veins and ulcers. It helps correct abnormalities in the blood, thereby resolving a number of problems.