Ayurveda Treatments

Abhyanga (Traditional Oil massage) - Is a form of Ayurvedic therapy that entails a unique massage of the full body with Dosha-specific warm herb infused oils. The oil is usually pre-mixed with herbs for specific conditions. Time 60-80 minute

Udvartana– Ayurvedic Powder Massage - The use of a herbal powder applied and massaged in a specific technique on the body is called Udvarthanam. The ayurvedic powder massage is done in seven body positions by rubbing and massaging with pressure for a specific period. Time 60-80 minute

Oil bath (Pizhichil) - The treatment is also known as Kaya Seka, Taila Seka and Sarvanga Sneha. The Ayurvedic term Pizhichil translates to squeezing. Medicated oil used during the massage therapy is generously squeezed in a free flow method from a cloth soaked with warm medicated oil onto the patient’s body. This Ayurvedic treatment has exemplary benefits. Time 60-80 minute

Navarakizhi - Is a traditional Ayurvedic treatment. The treatment is termed so, as rice (Navara) is the main ingredient in the preparation. The specific rice (navara) is boiled in a mixture of cow milk and herbs. It is then wrapped in a suitable cloth to form a pouch. A massage with medicated oil may be applied over the body prior to the application of bolus, as per the instruction of the physician. The pouch is then massaged over the body after dipping it several times in the mixture of warm milk and decoction in a rhythmic manner. During the course of the treatment the rice/ navara pouch gets reduced and nullifies since its content is absorbed on the body. Time 60-80 minute

Grain massage - Also known as, Potli massage is done with the help of Potli, small heated herbal pouches. The pouch has dried or fresh Ayurvedic herbs and are handpicked according to the ailments that one is being treated for. A soft muslin pouch is dipped in hot Ayurvedic oil. Herbal powder or sand may also be used to massage the pressure points. This generates a therapeutic effect by nourishing, rejuvenating and relaxing the body. Time 60-80 minute

Body Paste - This consist of a combination of wheat bran (choker), gram flour, yogurt or cream of milk (malai), clay (multani mitti) and a pinch of turmeric. This paste is applied on the body, along with oil. The paste (also known as Ubtan) is washed off after 20 to 30 minutes, while bathing. It helps to purify the skin, leaving it smooth and bright. Ayurvedic Paste (Ubtan), therefore, is a traditional method of removing dead epithelial cells, softening the skin and enhancing skin beauty. Time 60-80 minute

Local Steam Application – Also known as Nadi swedan is an excellent Ayurvedic treatment in which the leaves of medicinal plants are boiled to produce a steam that is applied to specific/ localized body parts. This treatment is effective in removing impurities from the body, reducing fat deposits, inflammation and pain. Time 45 minute

Head & Neck and Marma massage -This is an ancient form of head, neck and shoulder massage which has a profound effect on the whole body. We have 10 gateways into the body, eight of which are above the neck therefore the head is of importance in massage. Using Ayurvedic hair oils according to your body type along with the ancient gift of marma therapy, it is an excellent method for relieving stress and calming the nervous system. Oil combined with massage, strengthens and nourishes the hair.
The Ayurvedic hair oils used contain cooling herbal properties for the brain, stimulate eyesight, and calm the mind. Head massage also increases oxygen supply to the brain along with the circulation of cerebrospinal fluid, increasing the level of life energy. Time 45 minute

Nasya (nasal drops) - The nose is the doorway of the brain. Nasya (nasal drops) is an Ayurvedic cleansing technique. It is a therapeutic treatment for the most of the disease process and is the first step for deeper cleansing. The therapy involves a massage with herbal nasal oils, along the sinus channels and head region that induce a mild perspiration. Time 45 minute

Eye irrigation - Eyes are door for the brain - Netra Tarpana is one of the specialized Ayurvedic treatments for various eye disorders. It acts as both a preventive and curative therapy for maintaining normal health. Netra Tarpana is a procedure wherein lukewarm medicated ghee is made to stay stagnant in the eyes for a speculated time in a specific formed frame. The prescribed medicines have the quality of passing into minute channels of the body, hence when applied in the eyes; it enters deeper layers of cells and cleanses minute channels.Time 45 minute

KATI BASTI back warm oil bath – is an effective treatment for spine balancing in which medicated oils are poured and pooled for a fixed duration of time in a compartment or a cabin constructed over the low back area using a ring of dough made from the wet flour of black gram (urid dhal) that covers the Lumbo-sacral and Sacro-iliac joints. Time 45 minute

Shirobasti scalp irrigation – Also referred to as scalp irrigation is an Ayurvedic therapy in which the circumference of the head is covered by a cap that is filled with therapeutic oil for certain duration of time. It is effective for treating chronic diseases. The specific oils used in Shirobasti, convey the potency of the herbs which have the property of inducing deeper healing to the site of action. Medically it is difficult to explain how the Shirobasti acts. Experimental studies have variously implicated the medullary reticular formation, the thalamus, and the basal forebrain in the generation of peace, while the brainstem reticular formation, the midbrain, the sub thalamus, the thalamus, and the basal forebrain have all been suggested to play a role in the generating wakefulness. Time 45 minute

Ayurvedic Facial Treatment – Many of us use various face creams to enhance beauty and youthfulness without realizing that massage can do wonders in a very natural way. A gentle face and neck massage with Ayurvedic facial creams increases circulation and nourishes and soothes the skin. A hot towel treatment allows for the release of toxins and a deeper cleanse. The 100% natural face packs used, are formulated according to the ancient preparation of Ayurveda to enhance and rejuvenate the natural glow of the skin and to reduce the effect of wrinkles. Time 45 minute

Shirodhara warm oil pouring on forehead - Blocked energy in our mind can often lead to illnesses, stress and associated symptoms. Shirodhara healing is a very old Ayurvedic technique practiced in India. It carries great abilities to flush out all toxins from your being and to balance the physical and emotional state. Ayurvedic healing is a part of balancing Vata, Pita and Kapha, not only on cellular level, but also on deeper level. During Shirodhara therapy one may need to do some body movements to relax the whole body and special herbs and oil are applied. These herbs are grown in Himalayas and have been used and passed on from generation to generation. Time 60-80 minute

Basti – medicated enema- Medicated oil or ghee and an herbal decoction are given as an enema to clean the colon and remove toxins. its impact so far reaching and deep that simply calling this process an enema does not do it justice. it cleanses the accumulated toxins . Basti is also highly beneficial as a rejuvenating treatment, especially in convalescent periods. Time 45 minute