This includes use of herbal medicated powder in massaging. Here the
massaging goes in the opposite direction(Prathiloma) as compared to the
conventional method .This is used in treating obesity,rheumatoid
arthritis, skin diseases, high cholesterol etc conditions. Udwarthanam
helps to remove toxins from the body and so helps in fat reduction. It
is also effective for removing dead skin and thereby improving the
complexion of the body.
Tuesday, 4 October 2016
Marmma Abhyangam
Marmas are vital energy(prana) centres of our body which forms an
important part in healing process. Marma Abhyangam which differences
from general Ayurvedic massage includes stimulating and energizing these
energy points. This system has its origin in the traditional
Kalaripayattu system of kerala. Marma abhyangam can be applied as a
routine in preventive aspect plus it is effective in healing many of the
chronic ailments.
Sirodhara
The centre of forehead had special significance in process of healing a
developing spiritual attitude which helps to soothen the mind and body.
Sirodhara ,in which warm medicated oil or medicated buttermilk is poured
gently on the forehead is based in this concept. Sirodhara helps in
relaxing the nervous system ,which helps in reducing anxiety and
improves brain function. Thus it become inevitable treatment in
rejuvenation therapy.
Njavara
Njavara is a special variety of rice grown in Kerala, having many medicinal values.
It is a procedure by which the whole body or any specific part is
made to perspire , by the application of certain medicinal drugs with
Njavara rice puddings externally in the form of boluses tied up in a
cotton bag. In Njavarakizhi special massage is given to the body with
cotton bloluses filled with njavara rice cooked in milk and medicines
The benefits include cure of rheumatic and arthritic difficulties ,skin
ailments, neurological problems and rejuvenation .Njavra rice has a
special place in beauty therapies of Ayurveda.
Pizhichil
Here warm medicated herbal oil is gently squeezed all over the body with
a piece of cloth soaked in oil periodically. The body is massaged mildly
along with application of oil. The warmth of oil and massage enhances
the blood circulation and energizes the body. It is effective in the
treatment of arthritis, hypertension, asthma and various sexual
weaknesses.
Kizhi
Kizhi known as fomentation therapy. Different types of herbal leaves or
medicinal leaves along with herbal powders and seeds and coconut fried
together to make bundle in a cotton cloth is used in this therapy. The
types of medicines selected depends on condition of the person.
This
therapy helps to open up tissues improving circulation and is very
useful for reducing pain and inflammation. This treatment is done from
five to seven days.
Monsoon
MONSOON – Nature’s opportunity to purify and energizing the body
Monsoon is the time which demands our body to undergo
purification and energizing process. With the abundant joy of rains
monsoon also brings many diseases as this is the time when earth gets
polluted with all the dust ,soot and toxic materials which filled our
atmosphere during summer.
The pollution of earth weakens our immune system and causes imbalance
of TRIDOSHAS- Vata,Pita and Kapha, which makes our body susceptible to
many contagious diseases, metabolic disorders, Muscular problems,
Arthritis, back and Neck pain ,Neurological disorders etc.
Cleansing/Detoxing and energizing/ Rejuvenating process will help our
body to overcome seasonal changes, correcting metabolism as well as
reduces the rate of degeneration.
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