Abhyangam
This total body massage with herbal oils tones the skin, rejuvenates and
strengthens all the tissues so as to achieve ideal health and longevity.
This increases primary vitality (Ojas) and resistance. It is also beneficial
to the eyes and gives sound sleep. It is also is a cure for rheumatism.
Abhyangam keeps your body fit, control fat, reduces sagging and makes the
skin younger, reduces stress and increases circulation when massaged with
medicated oils.
Pizzichil
A specialised treatment involving squeezing a cloth soaked in oil over the
body.
During this treatment, the patient is made to sit on the droni and then
medicated oils are administered over the body and the head. Four therapists,
two on either side of the patient aid in this process, especially if Dhara
treatment is undertaken simultaneously.
A cloth is tied over the patient’s forehead to prevent the oil from
getting into the eyes. The warm medicated oil is then poured in a continually
flowing single stream, squeezing a clean cloth dipped in oil over the
body. The treatment starts and ends with the patient in a sitting position.
In the duration in between, the patient is made to lie flat.
As is the case with Dhara, the duration and bathing process varies with
each patient. Pizhichil oil therapy helps alleviate skeletal and muscular
diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lumbago, sciatica, hemiplegia,
neuropathy, and more.
It is very important to note however, that because Ayurveda is tailor-made
to suit each individual and the typical ailment, certain treatments might
not be administered to him, as per doctor’s orders.
Top
Shirodhara
A treatment where the patient is made to lie on a special wooden bed (droni)
after which, the medicated oil/milk/buttermilk are poured in a prescribed
continuous stream on the head by the therapist, who is also assisted by
two other therapists. For the oil application on the head, a wide mouthed
earthen vessel with a hole at the bottom is hung about two inches from
the patient's forehead. A thread hangs forth from the hole along which
the oil flows. The prescribed liquid is then poured into the vessel and
on the upper forehead in a steady stream. The liquid drippings are collected
and the oil is poured back into the vessel. The patient is then given
a warm water bath or toweled off. This treatment continues depending on
the severity of each case, in order to alleviate fatigue, improve memory,
restore equilibrium and is also effective in cases involving insomnia,
migraine, ear nose diseases, spondilitis and paraplegia
Top
Swedana
This is a herbal steam treatment allowing the body to perspire and release
impurities from the skin. It is excellent for helping soothe painful, sore or
aching muscles and joints and for improving the complexion.
Nasya
This is an Ayurvedic therapy to help alleviate problems of excess mucus and blocked
sinuses. An invigorating head massage is followed by a herbal steam inhalation and
the application of hot towels. Herbal nasal drops are then administered to loosen,
melt and release mucus form the sinus passages.
Netra Tarpana
This is treatment during which the eyes are bathed in a cooing liquid to help
soothe and relieve soreness and tiredness and while gently removing toxins and impurities.
Ksheeradhara
This is pouring of medicated warm milk to the whole body for 45- 60 minutes.
Njavarakizhi
This is massage with linen bags containing cooked njavara rice soaked continuously
in a mixture of milk and decoction for 45 - 60 minutes.
Top
Sirovasthi
A feather cap is kept on the scalp containing luke-warm oil for 45-60 minutes.
Sarvangadhara
This is pouring medicated luke-warm oil all over the body for 45-60 minutes.
Tailadhara
This is pouring medicated luke-warm oil on the fore-head and scalp for 45-60 minutes.
Udhwartanam
This is a whole body massage with fine medicinal powder for 45-60 minutes to
enliven and energize the body. It helps promote better digestion, healthier
skin, firmer muscle tone, increased circulation and a breakdown of cellulites.
It is widely recommended for those with obesity or those wishing to loose weight.
Vasti
This is application of enema with decoctions and medicated oil.
Top
| 
