Abhyangam
Duration: 45 mins
What to expect: Abhyangam is a full body (head to toe) massage done with medicated herbs oils. It is done in 4 classical positions, with long flowing strokes. The number of strokes and pressure varies based on your requirements and Prakriti.
Benefits: Abyangam is beneficial in reducing body aches & pains, curing Spondylosis, Sleep disorders, paralysis, improving muscle consistency, inducing sound sleep, Improving skin texture, increasing overall well-being, and life span.
How it works: Synchronized motions stimulate nerve ending and increase blood circulation, thereby channelizing early elimination of toxins from the body. The herbs in the medicated oils rejuvenated the tissue and play a vital role in the elimination of toxins.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of acute illnesses and fever; extreme obesity, during menstruation, early pregnancy, or just after a heart attack.
Nasyam
Duration : 3 to 21 days @ 30 mins per day
What to expect: in Nasyam, herbal juices, medicated oils, herbal powder, etc. are passed through the nasal cavity according to the underlying condition being treated.
Benefits: Nasyam provides a remedy for congestion, allergies, sinusitis, headaches, migraine, cervical spondylosis, hair fall, premature greying of hair, rhinitis, and nasal infections. It cleanses, purifies, and strengthens the nasal passages, allowing you to breathe fully and easily again.
How to work: Medicated oils/juices/powders stimulate the vital centers of the brain to overcome specific diseases.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of: After heavy meals or Shirodhara.
Vaman
(includes Abhyangam)
Duration: Up to 8 days @ 60 mins per day
What to expect: Vaman is a treatment that starts with oral intake of medicated ghee in ascending doses for a period of 3 to 7 days and includes a full body Abhyangam massage. This continues for a few days ends with therapeutic vomiting.
Benefits: Vaman is beneficial in Kapha predominant disorders e.g. asthma, cough, and psoriasis.
How it works: Aggravated doshas from shakha (body) are channelized into the kosha (abdomen) which are flushed out from the body through induced vomiting.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in the case of Young children and those above 70 years of age.
Virechanam
(includes Abhyangam)
Duration: up to 8 days @ 60 mins per day
What to expect: Virechanam starts with oral intake of medicated ghee in ascending doses for a period of 3 to 7 days and end includes a full body abhyanga massage. This continues for a few days and ends with therapeutic purgation (excretion).
Benefits: Virechanam is extremely beneficial in Pitta disorders such as dermatitis, chronic fever, heartburn, jaundice, etc.
How it works: Aggravated doshas from shakha (body) are channelized into the kosha (abdomen) which are flushed out from the body through induced purgation (excretion).
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Patients with anorectal canal diseases and patients above 70 years of age.
Mukh Lepam
Duration: 30 mins
What to expect: Mukha Lepam includes a face massage, rice scrub, and application of turmeric and face pack
Benefits: Detoxifies and nourishes the skin. How it works: It improves circulation and exfoliation.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Skin infection or acne.
Navara Mukha Lepam
Duration: 30 mins
What to expect: Navara Mukh Lepam includes a scrub, steam, and face massage with Navara rice.
Benefits: Navara Mukha Lepam prevents sagging of the skin, removes facial toxins, and retains overall youth and vitality of the facial tissues.
How it works: it energizes the nervous system and provides nourishment.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Skin infection or acne.
Ubatan
Duration: 45 mins
What to expect: Ubtan involves a full body Abhyangam massage followed by a herbal paste application all over the body.
Benefits: Ubtan improves the luster of the skin by improving its health. It also has antifungal, antibacterial, antiperspirant, deodorant & skin-toning properties.
How it works: It maintains the PH balance of the skin and opens up blocked pores.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Psoriasis or skin infection.
Soundarya
Duration: 60 mins
What to expect: Soundarya is a classical combination of a full body Abhyangam massage with a paste of skin-nourishing fruit supplements.
Benefits: Soundarya softens and reduces scars and provides a good complexion to the skin. The mask detoxifies and nourishes the skin leaving it smooth and silky.
How it works: The nutrients from the herbs and the fruit extracts nourish the skin, open up blocked pores, and help exfoliation.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Psoriasis or skin infection.
Shringara
Duration: 90 mins
What to expect: Shringara is a traditional beauty package that begins with a full-body Abhyangam massage and scrub and is followed by an Ayurvedic paste application. The body is wrapped with long banana leaves for a long-lasting effect.
Benefits: shringara improves skin health and enhances the glow and shine all over the body as a result. Regular sittings help improve skin texture. How it works: Abhyangam and the scrub exfoliate the skin. Traditional herbs like turmeric and tulsi cleanse the body and help improve the skin texture.
Not recommended ( contraindicated) in case of Skin infection or injury.
Upanaham
Duration: 45 mins
What to expect: In Upanaham medicinal paste is applied over the affected area and covered with medicinal herbal leaves for a specific amount of time as per your body’s requirement.
Benefits: Upanaham helps relieve pain and swelling by nourishing the tissues. It is very effective in osteoarthritis, joint injuries, and localized pain and swelling.
How it works: It improves circulation, initiates healing, and strengthens the musculature. Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Skin allergies.
Udvartanam
Duration: 45 mins
What to expect: Udvatnam is a massage that uses herbal powder mixed with warm oil. This paste is massaged on to the whole body with special attention to areas of increased fat deposits.
Benefits: Udvartanam is effective in cases of obesity, hemiplegia, paralysis, skin diseases, and impaired circulation How it works: the massage strokes help to melt the fat by creating friction and remove by-products through the excretory system.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of: Eczema and psoriasis.
Shiroabhyangam
Duration: 25 mins
What to expect: Head and face massage done with medicated oils. Benefits: reduction in headache, tension & stress.
How it works: Acts on the central nervous system by reducing the aches and tension in the head.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of High fever or indigestion.
Thelalpothichil
Duration: 30
What to expect: Thalapothichil is a gentle head massage with amla, curd, and Triphala pasts application.
Benefits: Thealapothichil treats problems related to the head and neck regions such as Alzheimer’s disease, migraine, certain psychosomatic diseases, arthritis, headache, insomnia, hypertension, and sinusitis.
How it works: The herbs in the paste penetrate into the brain cells. The healing properties of the herbs also calm down the nervous system.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Head injury.
Shirodhara
(includes Abhyangam)
Duration: 75 mins
What to expect: Shirodhara entails continuous pouring of medicated oil on the forehead with a pendulum motion. The treatment begins with Abhyangam (full body massage) to warm up the body. Then, the Dhara (pouring) begins at the forehead.
Benefits: Shirodhara is useful in the treatment of insomnia, memory loss, poor concentration, chronic headaches, stress, depression, premature graying of hair, mental tension, hypertension, facial paralysis, and degenerative conditions of the brain.
How it works: Pouring of hot oils stimulates and soothes the hypothalamus, thereby regulating the functions of the pituitary gland and inducing sleep.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Chronic sinusitis or cold.
Takradhra
(includes Abhyangam)
Duration: 75 mints
What to expect: Takra means buttermilk and Dhara means pouring. Takahara is the continuous flow of medicated buttermilk on the forehead.
Benefits: Takradhara prevents greying of the hair, reduces headaches, increases digestive power, and alleviates anorexia. It is also useful in insomnia, depression, and other stress-related ailments.
How it works: Pouring of buttermilk stimulates and soothes the hypothalamus, thereby regulating the functions of the pituitary gland and inducing sleep.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Chronic sinusitis or cold.
Ksheerdhara
(includes Shiroabhyangam)
Duration: 45 mins
what to expect: Ksheerdhara involves continuous flow of milk on to the forehead and on the body. It has a cooling effect on your system. Benefits: Ksheerdhara is useful in treating headaches, insomnia, and mental irritability.
How it works: Pouring of medicated milk stimulates and soothes the hypothalamus, thereby regulating the functions of the pituitary gland and inducing sleep.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Chronic sinusitis or cold.
Kashyadhara
(includes Shiroabhyangam)
Duration: 45 mins
What to expect: Kashydhara involves a continuous flow of decoctions onto the forehead and on the body.
Benefits: kashaydhara is used to treat hair fall, dandruff, and psoriasis.
How it works: it works through local anti-septic and anti-allergic action.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of Chronic sinusitis or cold.