Treatments for Body and Soul
All of the treatments listed below a part of the Ayurvedic practice for wellness. Each has its own unique effect on the brain, nervous system, muscles, tissues, bones, digestive system and overall state of health. These therapies have been in practice in India for over 5,000 years, and along with diet, herbal treatments and other lifestyle recommendations, comprise a fully holistic system for radiant health.
Treatments
Get ready to enjoy 2+ hours of daily authentic ayurveda treatments that restore you - literally from head to toe! Ayurveda believes in the magic healing power of many different kinds of oils, pastes, and herbs.
The doctor lets your therapists know which treatments to perform for you, and how many of each you will receive. They are customized to your needs. Treatments at our Ayurveda center include:
Daily full body Rejuvenation massages done with medicated oil and herbs. Improves blood circulation, relieves stiffness and pain.
Facial massage using either oils or various types of face masks, with emphasis on increasing skin tone and minimizing fine lines. (Mukh Lepam - picture top left.)
Forehead treatments where a vat of warm, medicated oil sweeps back and forth over the forehead. This calms the nerves and is good for shaking conditions. Improves the memory. It brings down elevated serotonin levels, the neurotransmitter that stabilizes moods, feelings of well-being, and happiness. (Shirodhana - picture on far left.)
Warm oil is poured all over the body in a rhythmic way. It eliminates toxins from the body and helps to improve mobility. (Pizhichil - picture top right).
Massage done by one or two therapists with medicated oils/herbs. This therapy aids joint health, nourishes body tissues, moves lymph, conditions the skin and hair, relieves stress, and gives you an all-over body glow. Performed with bolas containing various herbs. (Kizhi - picture bottom right.)
Other treatments include:
Udwarthanam, Kizhi, Navarakizhi, Sirovasthi, Nasyam, Tharpanam, Karnapooranm.
