» Pizhichil : Pizhichil is one among the rare and
special treatments of Kerala. In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are
applied all over the body by two to four trained therapists in a special
rhythmic way continuously for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of
7 to 21 days. This treatment is done in a special table made from a single
piece of Strychnos Nuxvomica wood. This treatment is very useful for
Rheumatic diseases like arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia,
paralysis-agitanus, sexual weakness, nervous weakness and nervous disorders
etc.
» Njavarakizhi : It is a type of sudation process in
which the whole body or any specific part thereof is made to perspire by the
application of certain medicinal puddings externally in the form of boluses
tied up in muslin bag. Two to four masseurs apply this for about 60 to 90
minutes per day for a period of 14 days. This treatment is for all types of
rheumatism, pain in the joints, emaciation of limbs, high blood pressure,
high cholesterol and certain kinds of skin diseases.
» Sirodhara : "Sira" means
Head and "Dhara" is the continues flow of a liquid. In this
process, some herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter mile etc., are
poured on the forehead in a special method for about 40 minutes in a day for
a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is mainly for insomnia, loss of
memory, headaches, mental tension and certain skin diseases.
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Vasthi : Otherwise known as 'Medicated Enema', Vasthi is a Therapeutic
procedure in which certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc., are applied
through the rectum daily for a period of 5 to 25 days. This treatment is
effective for arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness, gastric
complaints, rheumatism and chronic constipation.
» Sirovasthi : Certain lukewarm herbal oils are
poured into a cap fitted on the head and held for 15 to 60 minutes per day
according to the patient's conditions for a period of 7 days. This treatment
is highly effective for facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils, mouth and
throat, severe headaches and other diseases of the head.
» Udvarthanam : This treatment is otherwise known as
Powder Massage. This is found very effective in obesity, hemiplegia,
paralysis, skin diseases, impaired circulation etc, and similar Kapha
predominant diseases. In this procedure 2 Therapists apply special Herbal
Powders in a peculiar way on the body for abut 30 to 40 minutes daily for a
period of 14 to 28 days.
» Abhyangam : This is special type of oil massage in
which strokes are given according to the circulatory channels for 45 minutes
per day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful for obesity, loss of skin
lustre, sleeplessness, fatigue, other Vatha predominant etc.
» Nasyam : Being one among the
'Panchakarma' procedures, Nasyam is a treatment in which herbal juices,
medicated oils etc., are applied through nose for 7 to 14 days. This
treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of headaches, paralysis,
mental disorders, some types of skin diseases etc.
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Snehapanam : The word literally means oral in take of medicated oils or
ghee preparations. This is done as a therapeutic procedure and also as a
preparatory process during the Body Purification Therapy. In this treatment
Medicated Ghee or Oils are given internally in proportionally increasing
quantity for a period of 08 to 12days. This treatment is very effective for
Osteo Arthritis, Psoriasis, Chronic Constipation, Haemorrhoids etc.
» Kizhi : Herbal leaves or powders are made in
boluses and is applied on the whole body or a part specified after dipping
it in warm medicated oils. This is done for 45 minutes daily for a period of
07 to 14 days. This is very effective for Osteo Arthritis, spondylosis,
sport injuries etc
» Dhanyamla Dhara : Warm herbal liquid is poured all
over the body in a rhythmic way using a special vessel. This is done for 45
minutes to 1 hour daily. This treatment is very effective for hemiplegia,
paralysis, rheumatic complaints etc.
» Yoni Prakshalanam : Herbal oils and
decoctions are applied through the vaginal route. This treatment is good for
gynaecological disorders. It is also a purification process for genital
organ.
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Kativasthi : In this process specially prepared warm medicated oils is
kept over the lower back with herbal paste boundary. This treatment lasts
for 45 minutes to 1 hour and it is good for any type of back pain and spinal
disorders.
» Urovasthi : Like Kativasthi warm medicated oils is
kept over the chest for 45 minutes. This is an effective treatment for
asthma, other respiratory problems, heart diseases and muscular chest pain.
» Ksheeradhoomam : This is a special sudation
procedure in which a mixture of medicinal decoction and cow's milk is heated
and the steam thus liberated is passed to a tube and applied over the
affected area or whole body. This is found very effective for facial
palsies, speech disorders, ptosis and various nervous disorders.
» Thalam : Special powder mixed with medicated oil
is applied on the top of the head for 20 to 45 minutes. This treatment is
helpful for curing ENT problems, insomnia, migraine etc.
» Lepanam : This is a process in which medicated
herbal paste is applied on the affected part. This is useful for various
types of inflammatory conditions, skin diseases, arthritis, gout etc.
» Thalapothichil : Various medicinal
herbs selected according to Dosha predominance is made into a paste and
applied to the scalp for 30 to 45 minutes. This treatment is good for
insomnia, premature greying and other problems related to the hair and
scalp.
» Sandhi Vatha Chikils : Unlike the modern medicine,
Ayurveda has very effective cures for Arthritic conditions like rheumatoid
arthritis, gout, Osteo arthritis, ankylosing, spondylosis, cervical
spondylosis, osteo porosis etc. This programme includes massage Lepanam, oil
application on affected parts, Kizhi, steam bath, Snehavasthi, kashaya
vasthy, pizhichil, Njavarakizhi, Snehapanam and internal medicines.
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Swasa Kasa Chikilsa : Respiratory diseases like bronchial asthma,
prolonged cough, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis etc. can be very effectively
treated in Ayurveda. This programme includes body massage, Urovasthi,
pizhichil, podikizhi, Snehavasthi, kashaya vasthy, Nasyam and internal
Ayurvedic medicines.
» Sukhanidra : Ayurveda, the knowledge of life is
not only related with the body but with the mind and soul also. This
particular treatment programme is very much helpful for conditions like
insomnia (lack of sleep), anxiety and it improves immunity and self
confidence. This treatment programme includes body massages, Sirovasthi,
Ksheera Dhara, Thaila Dhara, Thalam, Thalapothichil and internal Ayurvedic
medicines, yoga and Meditation.
» Psoriasis Treatment Program (Sidhma Chikilsa) : Ayurveda
forms very effective treatment for all type of psoriasis and various other
skin diseases. This special Ayurvedic treatment programme last for 21 to 28
days. This programme includes special Lepanam, Abhyangam, Snehapanam,
Pizhichil, medicated steam bath, Sirovasthi, exclusivey prepared internal
herbal medicines, along with Yoga and Meditation because, Ayurveda
emphasises that most diseases are psychosomatic.
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