TREATMENTS
Ayushi Ayurvedic Treatments
Ayurveda prescribes many treatments for various medical conditions such as rheumatism, respiratory problems, blood pressure, cholesterol, paralysis etc. This system of medicine is special in that it makes use of only natural ingredients and as a result are totally harmless and at the same time highly curative. Some of the treatments offered at AYUSHI Ayurvedic Retreat are as follows
PIZHICHIL
In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by trained therapists in a special rhythmic way continuously for about 60 to 90 minutes per day.
NJAVARAKIZHI
It is a process by which the whole body or any specific part thereof is made to perspire by the external application of Njavara rice and certain medical packs in the form of boluses tied up in muslin bags.
SIRODHARA
In this process, some herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk etc..are poured on the forehead in a special method for about 45 minutes in a day.
UDVARTHANAM
This is a typical massage with herbal powders for about 30 to 45 minutes daily . This treatment is for diseases like Hemiplegia, Paralysis, Obesity (excess fat) and certain Rheumatic ailments.
SIROVASTHI
Certain lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day according to the patient's condition for a period of 7 days.
NASYAM
Herbal juices, medicated oils etc., are applied through the nose for 7 to 14 days. This treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of headaches, paralysis, mental disorders, certain skin diseases etc
SNEHAPANAM
Medicated ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity for a period of 3 to 7 days. This is done to prepare body for sodhana(purification) This treatment is for osteoarthritis, psoriasis, leukemia, vatha , pitha vyadhis etc
THARPANAM
This process helps clean the eyes, giving them a cooling effect, prevents eye diseases and strengthens the optic nerves.
KIZHI
Herbal leaves and herbs or herbal powders are applied to the whole body in boluses with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is for osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondilosis, sports Injuries etc.
DHANYAMLA DHARA
Warm herbal liquid is poured all over the body in a rhythmic way through a special vessel for 45 minutes to 1 hour daily. This treatment is very effective for hemiplegia, paralysis, rheumatic complaints etc.
KATIVASTHI
In this process specially prepared warm medicated oil is kept over the lower back with herbal paste boundary. This treatment lasts for 45 minutes to 1 hour and it is good for any type of back pain and spinal disorders.
UROVASTHI
Like Kativasthi warm medicated oil is kept over the chest for 45 minutes. This is an effective treatment for asthma, certain respiratory problems, heart diseases and muscular chest pain.
KSHEERADHOOMAM
This is fomentation with medicated cow's milk. This treatment is good for facial paralysis, Bell's Palsy, speech disorders and certain nervous disorders of the face.
THALAM
Special powder mixed with medicated oil applied on top of the head for 20 to 45 minutes. This treatment is helpful for ENT problems, insomnia, migraine etc.
LEPANAM
This is a process by which medicated herbal paste is applied on the affected part. It is useful for various types of inflammatory conditions.
MARMA MASSAGE
This massage stimulates all the vital points called "Marma" of the body. It helps to attain the equilibrium of Vatha, Pitha and Kapha.
MUKHALEPAM
This is herbal face pack is made up of specially made herbal powder and fresh cream. This prevents wrinkles and improves the skin tone. This is also good for the eyes.
MEDICATED STEAM BATH
Certain precious herbal leaves and herbs are boiled and the steam is passed over the whole body for 10 to 20 minutes.
LEKHANEEYAM
It is a special treatment for obesity. A very special herbal paste is massaged on the body in an upward direction. It is also good for obesity, cellulites and to tone up the muscles and skin.
YONI PRAKSHALANAM
Herbal oils and decoctions are applied through the vaginal route. This treatment is good for gynecological disorders. It is also a purification process for genital organs