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Abhyanga
A
whole body massage with specific herbal oils
to nourish and revitalize the body tissues (Dhatus)
and to allow the toxins to be removed from the
cells. Abhyanga has much deeper and more far
reaching effects than an ordinary massage using
mineral oils and lotions. Abhyanga achieves
deepest healing effects by naturally harmonizing
Body - Mind & Spirit. This massage is performed
symmetrically by two therapists for one hour
and is usually followed by a medicated steam
bath (Sweda). It is one of the most rejuvenating
treatments of Ayurveda.
Indications
Increases tissue strength, Improves blood circulation,
Rejuvenates the whole body, Removes the Cellulite,
Beautifies the skin, Delays aging, Induces sound
sleep, Promotes vitality, Pacifies Vata imbalance,
Reduces stress and Removes toxins.
Shirodhara
A
continuous stream of medicated warm oil/herbal
decoctions/medicated milk/buttermilk is poured
onto the forehead for 20 to 40 minutes. This
procedure often induces a mental state similar
to a trance, which creates profound relaxation
of the mind and body. It is deeply relaxing
and revitalizes the central nervous system.
Shirodhara gives the best results when taken
after an Abhyanga
Indications
Anxiety, Depression, Epilepsy, Hypertension,
Diabetic Neuropathy, Central Nervous System,
Hemiplegia Paraplegia, Strengthens the sensory
organs, Insomnia, Pre-mature graying of the
hair & hair losso Mental retardation, Paralysis,
Stress.
Netra
Tarpana
A
special treatment in which the eyes are bathed
in pure medicated cow's ghee. This procedure
takes 15 minutes.
Indications
Relieves the strain due to constant glaring
to the Computer & TV screen, Refractive
errors of the eyes, Chronic Conjunctivitis Corneal
Ulcer, Dry Eye Syndrome, Eye diseases due to
aggravation of Vata and Pitta toxins, Glaucoma
Helps in preventing early formation of Cataract,
Improper co-ordination and loss of movement
of the eye balls, Pain and burning sensation
in the eyes.
Swedana
By
using special herbs specific to the doshas and
ailments of a person, an herbal steam bath is
administered which opens the pores and flushes
and cleanses the system through the skin. Its
effect is enhanced when taken after Abhyanga.
Indications
Reduces pain in the body, Eliminates toxins,
Promotes lightness, Reduces stiffness, Beautifies
the skin, Removes the Cellulite.
Talapodichil
An
herbal paste is applied to the entire head for
45 minutes.
Indications
Headache, Depression, Hyper active conditions,
Burning sensation in the eyes, Insomnia, Skin
disorders and certain hair conditions
Hrid
Basti
This
procedure is applied over the heart for 20 minutes
using warm medicated oils or herbal decoctions.
Indications
Strengthening of the heart, Relieves deep seated
anger and sadness, Cardio Myopathy.
Greeva
Basti
Bathing
the back of the neck using warm medicated oil
or herbal decoction for 20 to 30 minutes.
Indications
Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic pain in the neck
region, Compression fractures.
Janu
Basti
In
this treatment the knee is bathed in warm medicated
oils or herbal decoctions, taking 20 to 30 minutes.
It promotes the strength of the knee joint by
improving the circulation.
Indications
Pain
of knee joint, Osteo Arthritis of the knee joint.
Chakra
basti
This
Basti is applied to the umbilical region. It
acts on the solar plexus and balances the digestive
fire.
Indications
Inigestion, Constipation.
Navarakizhi
A
highly effective rejuvenation technique using
a special type of rice that is cooked, tied
into boluses and dipped into an herbal decoction
and warm milk, then skillfully massaged simultaneously
by four therapists all over the body for one
hour after the Abhyanga.
Indications
Paralytic strokes, Anti-aging & rejuvenating,
Strengthens tissues, Body ache, Emaciation,
Debility Monoplegia, Osteo Arthritis, Rheumatoid
Arthritis.
Pizhichil
Medicated
oil/medicated milk is poured onto the body in
continuous streams while being gently massaged
by four therapists for one hour. It is extremely
soothing and relaxing. It acts as a free radical
scavenger, toning, strengthening and deeply
rejuvenating the whole body. It is given after
Abhyanga.
Indications
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) after exposure
to a viral or bacterial infection, Increases
Ojus & Body Immunity, Anti-aging & rejuvenating
Alleviates the burning sensation in the body,
Ensures better circulation, Helps to recover
from paralysis, Promotes healing of fractures.
Udvartana
This
is a specialized herbal treatment for weight
reduction. An herbal paste or powder is applied
all over the body and deeply massaged with specific
movements by two therapists for one hour.
Indications
Toning the skin & muscle after child birth
or weight loss, Removes Cellulite, Obesity,
Weight reduction, Imparts good complexion to
the skin Revitalizes the sense of touch, Removes
Kapha toxins from the body.
Padaghata
This
is a very unique whole body massage using feet
instead of hands. It is performed by two therapists
for one hour.
Indications
Removes deep seated pain in the joints and bones,
Deeply relaxing, Helps in removing toxins from
deeper tissues, Removes excess of fat.
Shirobhyanga
A
soothing massage of the head, neck & shoulder
for 15 minutes using warm herbal oils.
Indications
Insomnia, Brings sound sleep, Cooling to the
eyes, Headache, Removes dandruff, Pre-mature
graying & hair loss, Profoundly soothing
and relaxing.
Padabhyana
A
very stimulating massage of the lower legs and
the feet for 30 minutes to activate the acupressure
points.
Indications
Improves the eyes, Soothing and cooling to the
eyes, Alleviates burning of the eyes, Induces
deep sleep, Improves luster of the skin, Smoothens
cracked skin of the feet, Hyper tension, Relieves
tiredness of the feet.
Shirobasti
A
special technique of bathing the head for 45
minutes in medicated oils using a special apparatus.
Indications
Anxiety, Facial paralysis, Insomnia, Neurological
disorders, Psychological disorders, Skin disorders
such as Eczema & Psoriasis, Stress.
Kati
Basti
A
special technique aimed at providing relief
to the lower back using warm medicated oils
or herbal decoctions when bathing the lower
back for 20 to 30 minutes.
Indications
Chronic and acute backaches, Prolapsed disc,
Lumbar Spondylosis, Osteoporosis, Sciatica.
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