Njavaraizhi

Primarily the type of medication used: whether oil, powder, paste etc & The Pattern & pressure of the strokes. For e.g. in a rejuvenating massage, the oils selected shall be with properties of tissue nourishing, toning up the muscles, stimulating the nerve endings & the pattern of strokes will be in the direction of hair follicles & from the origin of muscles to the insertion. Where as in a therapeutic powder massage, the purpose is to cleanse & burn out the excess adipose fat & hence the storks will be in the opposite direction of hair follicles. Having identified the body constitution (Prakruti) & type of ailment (Vikruti), a suitable type of massage can be carried out from the following.

Abhyanga

A masterpiece of Ayurvedagram: discovered from the classics & improvise for the Modern generation! This full body massage is done with medicated herbal oils by two therapists in a synchronized manner for 45 minutes. The number of strokes & pressure vary with the condition of the individual. According to classical texts, this massage is indicated daily to prevent ageing & degeneration process. Ayurvedagram has pioneered this therapy as per the ancient Ayurvedic as per the ancient Ayurvedic

classics & standardized the procedure with a specific number of strokes. This therapy will treat the whole body physically, mentally & emotionally while balancing the doshas. Its rhythmic motion helps to relieve joints & muscles from stiffness & makes all body movements free. This stimulating treatment increases blood circulation, which in turn encourages quick removal of metabolic wastes, while providing relief to diseases such as anxiety, fatigue, circulatory disorders, rheumatic & arthritic problems, backaches & injuries. Synchronized massage is also beneficial in preventing wrinkles & scales, curing Spondylosis, Sleep disorders, Paralysis, improving physical consistency, inducing sound sleep, increasing general sense of well being & life span. It improves the complexion & texture of the skin.

Kaadi Dhara

This therapy begins with the application of suitable medicated oil to the entire body. A special self fermented warm medicinal preparation made out of various kinds of grains, lemon, horse gram, etc. is poured continuously on to the whole body. This therapy is very effective 'Kapha Vata' predominant conditions of arthritis, paralysis, obesity, muscular pains & widely used in inflammatory disorders.

Sirodhara

Luke warm herbal oil is poured in a continuous stream onto the forehead, while receiving a gentle massage on the head. Sirodhara rejuvenates & revitalizes the body & mind. This therapy relieves stress & strain related problems, slows the aging process, improves memory & is known to have a curative effect for paralysis, insomnia, depression, anxiety, hypertention & other neurological malfunctions. It bestows better vision, better hearing, clears nasal problems & calms the body & mind. Sirodhara ultimately strengthens the physical constitution of the individual.

Ksheeradhara

Same relaxing treatment as Sirodhara but instead of herbal oil, herbal milk is poured over the forehead or over the whole body. Great therapy for people suffering from headaches from Vata & Pitta predominance, Insomnia & mental tension.

Kadeevasthy

Specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the lower back & retained inside the black gram paste boundary for the required duration. The healing properties of herbal oils used for this therapy deeply cleans & enriches the blood, builds & maintains strong muscle & connective tissues & lubricates the joints keeping them flexible & pain free. Kativasthi alleviates lower back conditions like Lumber Spondylosis, Inter vertebral disc prolepses, Lumbago (low back ache), & Sciatica.

Urovasthy

A mixture specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the chest & retained inside an herbal paste boundary for 30 to 45 minutes. The healing properties of herbal oils used for this massage enriches the blood & builds & maintains strong muscle & connective tissues. A stimulating & therapeutic treatment for muscular chest pain.

Greevavasthy

Specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the neck & retained inside the black gram paste boundary for the required duration. The healing properties of herbal oils used for this therapy deeply cleans & enriches the blood, builds & maintains strong muscle & connective tissues & lubricates the joints keeping them flexible & pain free. Greevavasthi alleviates neck & upper back conditions like Cervical Spondylosis, stiff neck, pain due to over strain, etc.

Herbal Steam Bath

A gentle application of warm herbal oil is first done over the body. Next the individual is made to sit, keeping the head out, inside a steam chamber that lets out herbal steam from medicinal herbs makes the individual perspire profusely that promote cohesion between cells. The steam will open up the very small pores of the skin thereby removing all wastes & pacifying the three doshas. A great therapy for toning the skin & giving it a special glow.

Sirovasthy

Luke warm medicinal herbal oil is poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day. Great therapy for treating paralysis, insomnia, depression, etc.

Thakradhara

Takra means buttermilk & Dhara means pouring. This therapy calms the individual down by using medicated buttermilk, which is poured onto the forehead to relieve insomnia, depression & other stress related problems. It prevents greying of the hair, reduces headaches, increases digestive power & alleviates anorexia. In cases of psoriasis, Dhara is performed on the affected area to have a curative effect.

Nethratharpana

Medicated ghee is retained in a reservoir made over the eyes with black gram paste. This therapy will have a cooling effect on irritated & stressed eyes. This relieves eyestrain, improves eyesight & other eye related problems.

Gandusha

This therapy involves the retention of medicated oil or decoction in the mouth for several minutes. The benefits of this therapy will bring a glow to the face, improve lines & wrinkles, tone the skin & assist with any kind of mouth, voice or teeth disorders while cleansing the ear, nose & throat pathways.

Kabalam

This therapy requires the retention, movement & gargling of medicated oil or decoction in the mouth. This process is highly beneficial for ear, nose, throat disorders & improving the voice while bringing a glow to the face.

Vamana

Vamana is one therapy among 'Panchakarma'- the five fold Ayurvedic detoxification procedures. This process will induce therapeutic vomiting. Prior to this procedure the individual's body will be prepared by proper Snehana (oleation) & Swedana (sudation). This is a very beneficial therapy for Kapha predominating disorders such as asthma, cough, psoriasis & skin disorders.

Virechana

This therapy is one among Panchakarma which eleminates excess Pitta from the body. Virechana is performed by administering Virechak Aushdhi (purgative medicine) in milk or warm water preparation after proper preparation of the individual through Poorvakarmas. This therapy is extremely beneficial in Pitta disorders such as dermatitis, chronic fever, heartburn, jaundice, etc

Snehavasthy

One among the five classical detoxification programme (Panchakarma) & indicated in Vata disorders. The main seat of the Vata dosha is Pakwashaya (large intestine); therefore Vasti, the medicated oil enema, is the main therapy for all Vata disorders such as constipation, neurological ailments, paralysis, flatulence, lower backache, gout & rheumatism. The results nourish & rebuild the Dhatus (body tissues), strengthen their activities, restore & strengthen the body's immunity. This is very nutritive while removing accumulated Malas (toxins) from the colon.

Kashayavasthy

This therapy is normally done after a course of Sneha Vasti. This is a cleansing enema where a combination of honey, oil, herbal paste, herbal decoction, etc. is administered as per the patient's requirement & condition. This therapy eliminates Vata & helps to treat disorders such as arthritis, constipation, neurological ailments, paralysis, flatulence, lower backache, gout & rheumatism.

Nasya

A therapeutic treatment for the nose, throat, sinuses & head. The face, shoulders & chest are massaged with specific herbal oil & made to perspire. The Herbal extracts/herbal oil in exact doze is measured & instilled into the nostrils, while inhaling. After this process, the area around the nose, chest, palms & foot are massaged vigorously. This Ayurvedic therapy can provide a miraculous remedy for congestion, allergies, sinusitis, headaches, migraine, rhinitis & other nasal infections. This therapy will cleanse, purify & strengthen the nasal passages allowing you to breathe fully & easily again. This treatment is highly effective for headaches, sinusitis, migraine & rhinitis..

Head & Face Massage

Using Ayurvedic techniques & special medicated oil, this concentrated massage on head & face relieves stress & strain related problems, improves memory & is known to have a curative effect for insomnia, depression, anxiety, etc. It bestows better vision, better hearing, clears nasal problems & improve the texture & complexion of face.

Sneha Panam

This is administration of Medicated Ghee & mainly done as preparation for Panchakarma. The selected ghee is given according to the digestive power of the patient. The quantity is increased daily up to 300ml, in maximum 7 days to make the total system oleated internally. Snehapanam can be used as a curative method & nourishing treatment also through rearranging the dosage & timing.

Upanaham

This therapy is well-known for its property to relieve pain, swelling & to nourish the tissues. It is done by application of herbal paste over the affected area, covering the applied paste with medicinal herbal leaves & bandaging over that with cotton cloth. This application will be removed after few hours as per the requirement. This therapy is very effective in Osteo-arthritis, joint injuries & localized pain & swelling.

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