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Abhyanga -- A synchronized
full body massage performed by two therapists using specific
herbal oils prescribed according to the body type. Improves
eyesight, promotes sleep and gives a glow to the skin.
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Shirodhara -- Treatment for
chronic headaches, insomnia, mental tension and cases of
hysteria, hallucination and insanity. Lukewarm herbal oil is
poured in a continuous stream on the forehead, while a gentle
massage is simultaneously given, also on the forehead, for
rejuvenating and revitalizing the body and mind. It relieves
stress and strain related problems, slows the aging process,
improves memory, and is known to have a curative effect on
paralysis and other neurological malfunctions.
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Herbal oils, medicated milk or
buttermilk and decoctions are poured on the forehead/whole body
in a special manner. Variations include Oordhwanga Dhara (good
for diseases of the eyes, ears and skin),
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Choornaswedan -- A vigorous
massage, with a cloth bundle containing herbal powders. Induces
profuse perspiration leading to relief of neurological
disorders, rheumatism, arthritis and sports injuries.
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Takra Dhara -- Medicated
buttermilk (takra) is poured in a stream (dhara) on the forehead
to calm and give relief from conditions like insomnia,
depression and other stress related problems. (For those
suffering from memory loss, severe headache or insanity)
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Sarvanga Dhara (for both
head and body).
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Snehapanam -- Treatment to
alleviate Osteo-arthritis, leukaemia etc.
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Kashaya Vasti -- This
therapy is usually taken after a course of Sneha Vasti. A
cleansing enema of honey, oil and herbs leads to nourishment and
rebuilding of the Dhatus (body tissues), strengthens their
respective functioning, restores and fortifies the body's immune
system.
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Medicated ghee is given
internally in a gradually increased quantity for specific
periods.
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Sirovasti -- Treatment for
dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, facial
paralysis and burning sensation in the head.
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Lukewarm herbal oils are
poured into a leather cap fitted on the head for specific
durations as per physician's recommendation.
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Kaval -- Holding in the
mouth and gargling with medicated oil/decoction. Is highly
beneficial for ear, nose, throat disorders; improves the voice
and brings a glow to the face.
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Pizhichil -- Treatment for
spondiliosis, rheumatic diseases like arthritis, paralysis,
hemiplegia, nervous weaknesses and nervous disorders. A
combination of two classical Ayurvedic treatments: Snehana (oliation)
and Swedana (sudation). Pizhichil is considered to be the most
natural way to purify different body systems, to protect from
illnesses and build up immunity for a healthy life.
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Lukewarm herbal oil is
applied with fresh linen all over the body by trained masseurs
in a rhythmic manner for a period of 1 to 11/2 hours daily for 7
to 21 days.
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Udvarthanam -- Treatment
for diseases like hemiplegia, paralysis, obesity and certain
rheumatic ailments. A deep, dry massage using herbal powders to
stimulate hair follicles and tissue in order to break down the
subcutaneous, stored fat. Slimming of the body is the
significant effect.
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Therapeutic massage with
herbal powders.
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Marma Chikitsa -- Treatment
for musculo-skeletal ailments due to trauma or accidents.
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Treatment that works on the
extremely sensitive vital points of the body (the 107 marmas).
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Gandusa -- Retention of
medicated oil / decoration in the mouth for several minutes.
Lends a radiance to the face, improves lines and wrinkles, tones
the skin and assists with any kind of mouth, voice or teeth
disorders while cleansing the ear, nose and throat pathways.
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Nasyam -- Treatment for
nasal ailments. The face, shoulders and chest are massaged with
specific herbal oils, inducing perspiration. The medicine is
measured out in the exact doze and poured into the nostrils
while inhaling. A highly effective treatment for headaches,
sinusitis and migraine.
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Inhalation of medicated herbal
preparations, decoction oils, ghee etc. to eliminate the
morbid factors from the head and neck area.
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Karnapooranam -- Treatment
for ear ailments.
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Medicated oils are applied
to the ear for 5 to 10 minutes daily to clean as well as treat
specific ailments.
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Tharpanam -- Preventing
cataract and strengthening vision. Medicated ghee made with
black gram powder, is smeared on the eyes. This has a cooling
effect on irritated and stressed eyes.
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A treatment for the eyes
effective in preventing cataract and strengthening the optic
nerve.
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Njavarakizhi -- Treatment
for wasting of muscles, rheumatism, sports injuries, pain in the
joints, emaciation of the body or parts of the body and certain
kinds of skin diseases. Massage with small linen bags filled
with cooked Njavara rice. This procedure is highly rejuvenating,
nourishing and prepares the body for the stress and strain of a
busy lifestyle.
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The whole body is made to
perspire by the external application of medicated rice packs in
the form of boluses tied in muslin bags.
