Dr. Veena's Ayurmantra Ayurveda Center

Application of medicinal paste on the joints of the body followed by bandage. This therapy is well-known for its property to relieve pain, swelling and to nourish the tissues. The application is removed after a few hours as per the requirement. It is highly effective in osteoarthritis, joint injuries and localized pain and swelling.

A thick layer of cotton wool soaked with warm medicated oil is applied over the head followed by massage. A concentrated massage on head relieves stress and strain related problems, improves memory and is known to have a curative effect for insomnia, depression, anxiety etc. and also bestows better vision and hearing

Panchakarma in Ayurveda means the five fold purification therapy performed for correcting the vitiated doshas (elements) in the body. “Pancha” means five and “karma” means treatment. The five treatments are as follows: Vamana (Therapeutic Emesis) – Inducing vomiting by giving medicines orally Virechana (Therapeutic Purgation) – Stimulating bowel movements for expulsion of vitiated elements through the anus Nasyam – Instilling medicines through the nostrils Niruhavasthi – Decoction enema through the anus Snehavasthi – Oil enema through the anus The physician decides whether the person is apt to perform the detoxification process and selects the one for his/her condition. It is performed in three stages: Purvakarma – preparatory procedures before the main karma Pradhanakarma – main treatment which is designed as per each individual’s needs Paschatkarma – post treatment care includes the diet regimen and the other do’s and don’ts

Application of medicinal paste followed by massage over the face. This therapy improves the texture and complexion of the face. This therapy is having a wide range of use from cosmetic purpose to severe skin conditions. It is very effective in pimples and marks on the skin, pigmentation and even in severe problems like psoriasis.

Retention of warm medicated oil over the low back region (kativasthi), cervical region (greevavasthi) and the upper middle part of the chest (urovasthi). The healing properties of herbal oils used for this therapy deeply cleans and enriches the blood, builds and maintains strong muscles and connective tissues and lubricates the joints keeping them flexible and pain free. Kativasthi alleviates lower back conditions like lumbar spondylosis, inter vertebral disc prolapse, lumbago and sciatica. Greevavasthi alleviates neck and upper back conditions like cervical spondylosis, stiff neck, pain due to over strain, etc. Urovasthi is beneficial for muscular chest pain.

Talapotichil is a special procedure of application of medicated paste on the head. It is also called as Shirolepa (anointment to head/ head pack). Talapotichil is a Malayalam word where tala refers to head and potichil is covering. It is the traditional Ayurveda treatment which is very effective in various psychosomatic disorders. It is also effective in chronic headaches, premature graying of hair, epilepsy, hypertension etc

Instillation of medicated oil or herbal extract to the nostrils after fomentation of the face, neck and chest region. After this process, the area around the nose, chest, palms and foot are massaged vigorously. This Ayurvedic therapy can provide a miraculous remedy for congestion, allergies, sinusitis, headaches, migraine, rhinitis and other nasal infections. This therapy will cleanse, purify and strengthen the nasal passages allowing you to breathe fully and easily again. It stimulates neuro hormonal centers, enhances the function of eyes, nose, ears, induces sound sleep and strengthens the neck and shoulder. It is very effective in the treatment of sinusitis, facial paralysis, migraine and cervical degeneration.

Medicated lukewarm oil is allowed to retain over the head for about an hour within a cap fitted around the head. This treatment is very effective in facial paralysis, cataract, deafness, earache, chronic headache, insomnia, psychosomatic stress and other diseases that afflict the cranial nerves. It stimulates the nervous system and promotes mental concentration.

In this therapy a special self-fermented warm preparation made of various kinds of grains, horse gram etc ( Dhanyamla ) is poured over the body in a synchronized manner. The treatment is done for 45 to 60 minutes for 7 days or more. It is very effective in kapha vata predominant conditions of arthritis, paralysis, obesity, muscular pains and widely used in inflammatory disorders.

In this treatment medicated oil or ghee is retained in the eyes. It is indicated mainly in eye diseases which includes minor conditions like myopia to severe degenerative conditions like retinitis pigmentosa too.

Application of medicated oil into the ear canal and it is retained for sometime. This process is continued for a few days to get excellent results. It is done in conditions like Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Impacted wax etc. The physician selects the medicine according to the condition of the patient.

Rubbing of the body with medicinal powders is named Udwarthanam. It is a deep and dry massage which stimulates hair follicles and subcutaneous fat tissue and breaks down the stored fat. The dry powder massage reduces blood cholesterol, obesity, skin problems, imparts mobility to the joints, strengthens muscles and refreshes the body. The treatment is carried out continuously for 14 to 21 days in cases of Obesity to obtain maximum benefit.

In these treatments, medicated decoction/ medicated buttermilk are poured onto the body respectively for 45 to 60 minutes. Takradhara has a curative effect in diseases like psoriasis, insomnia, depression etc. Kashayadhara is preferred in kapha-vata predominant conditions of the body. It treats conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, varicose veins, blocked circulation etc

‘Sirodhara’ literally means continuous flow (Dhara) over the forehead (Siras). It is a typical Kerala traditional treatment. Medicated oil/ decoctions, herbal extracts etc. is allowed to flow as a continuous stream over the upper part of the scalp .The treatment is normally done for 45-60 minutes. Shirodhara rejuvenates and revitalizes the body and the mind. It is highly effective for diseases of the nervous system and relieves stress and strain related problems, anxiety and hypertension. It has a curative effect in conditions like paralysis, insomnia, depression, chronic headache etc.

This is a Kerala traditional treatment in which poultices of medicinal rice (Njavarayari) processed in herbal decoction of Sida retusa root (Balamoola)and milk is applied over the whole body or a specific part. The boluses are dipped in the same mixture of herbal decoction and milk over and over again and applied to the body. The treatment is carried out for 45 to 60 minutes. This treatment is highly rejuvenating, nourishing and de-stresses oneself. It is beneficial for rheumatic complaints, joint pains, emaciation of body parts, paralysis and also improves the skin colour and complexion. It enhances physical consistency, strengthens the nervous system and detoxifies the body.

An extensive general body massage using medicated oil in a synchronized manner. This treatment is done normally for 45 to 60 minutes. According to classical texts this massage is indicated daily to prevent ageing and degenerative process. Its rhythmic motion helps to relieve joints and muscles from stiffness and makes all body movements free. It is beneficial in preventing wrinkles and improves the complexion and texture of the skin. Abhyanga is used effectively in the treatment of rheumatic complaints, spondylosis, back ache, sports injuries, frozen shoulders etc .In total, it is a very effective rejuvenation therapy which improves circulation, cellular regeneration, immune-modulation and promotes sound sleep.

The application of poultices of medicinal powders over the body is named Choorna pinda swedam. The procedure is done for 45 to 60 minutes daily, normally for 7 days. It is of two types- Snighda ( along with application of oil ) and Rooksha ( without the application of oil ). This therapy helps in curing mainly kapha- vata predominant rheumatic ailments, muscular pains, back ache, paralysis etc.

Jambeera pinda swedam(Naarangakizhi) Traditional treatments in Kerala in which the whole body or any specific part is applied with poultices made of medicinal leaves / lemon respectively, dipping it in warm medicated oils. The medicinal leaves/ lemon and other herbal ingredients are cut and fried in medicated oil and are tied up in a muslin bag, which is then applied to the body. This is done for 45 to 60 minutes usually for 7 days. This treatment is effective in rheumatic complaints like arthritis, pain and swelling of the joints, chronic back pain, sports injuries etc.

This is the ‘king’ among traditional therapies of Kerala. It is a therapeutic process in which lukewarm medicated oil is poured all over the body in a uniform rhythmic way continuously in a specific direction for 45 to 60 minutes. Enormous amount of medicated oil is used in this therapy along with simultaneous gentle massages for 45 to 60 minutes daily for 7 to 21 days. This treatment protects the body from illnesses and builds up immunity for a healthy life. It is very useful for rheumatic diseases, arthritis, paralysis, sexual weakness, neurological disorders, high blood pressure, nervous weakness and helps to arrest the ageing process.