Santhimandiram Ayurveda Hospital

Udwarthanam means massaging with hands in the direction of skin hair or in opposite direction. The same massaging using feet is called Udsadanam. Massaging provides delight to both body & mind and helps to lead a healthy life. Massaging provides peace & happiness by relieving mental stress. With this treatment, the diseases due to vata, kapha & medas, pain, muscular dystrophy etc. gives good results in short period. It helps to increase softness, health & beauty. Massage helps to prevent early hair loss, greying of hair, & cure fatigue, numbness, pain & sprain.

Menopause is the cessation of menstruation. According to ayurveda, menstruation ends by the age of 50 in female. During this period, she goes through both physical & mental discomfort. This is due to hormonal changes in the body. Ovaries, the paired sex organs in female, produce egg & sex hormones – estrogens, progesterone, and a small quantity of male hormone testosterone. During menopause, ovaries stop producing egg & sex hormones. This causes hormonal imbalances by which physical & mental changes occur. So proper care & awareness should be given during menopause stage . Common symptoms a woman may experience during this stage are hot flashes, night sweats, irregular periods, vaginal dryness, joint pains, panic disorder, osteoporosis, fatigue, sleep disorders etc.

A lady is known to be soothika for a period of 95 days after delivery or till the starting of next menses. For the regain of good health, soothika needs proper care & healthy diet during this period. This helps in regaining the normal size of uterus, production of milk, prevention of infection & excess bleeding. In this care, medicated oil massage plays an important role. This helps to alleviate the stretch marks & make the skin healthy and lustre. Medicated oil massage & shower in medicated water ( vedukuli ) is also important. There may be a chance of getting 64 types of diseases in a soothika. So they deserves special care during this period. Proper care should be given in pregnancy period, at delivery time & at post partum period which helps to cure all the diseases & sustain a balanced health, beauty & spam.

According to senses, 240 million people around this world are suffering from diabetes. Among that 408 lakh people are from India and 40 lakhs are from Kerala. WHAT IS DIABETES ? It’s an incurable disease which occurs due to improper food habits and sedentary life style. The food we take should be converted to glucose and stewed in the form of glycogen. Insulin hormone is necessary for the conversion of glycogen to glucose and gives energy for every cells of our body. Beta Islet cells of pancreas is producing insulin. If the production of insulin hormone is reduced or not producing at all or if the body is not able to utilize this hormone in proper manner, results in appearance of the disease DIABETES.

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Treatment Days Description Abhyangam (Full body massage with oil) 1 Abhyanga means ‘oil massage’. In Abhyanga, medicated oil is massaged all over the body. Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatism, especially for Diabetic gangerene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremities of the body) etc. Abhyangam (Full body massage with Orange Juice) 1 Similar to above description Abhyangam + Ilakkizhi (Patrasweda) 1 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Patra and Ila mean leaf. ‘Kizhi’ means "bundle’. ‘llakkizhi’ or Patrasweda is a kind of sudation therapy using herbal leaves. Various Herbal Leaves are chopped and mixed with grated coconut and mustard. Prior to fomentation, oil is applied to the crown. In rheumatic pains and associated swelling of the joints, fomentation and massage with Ilakkizhi (bundles containing leaves) bring relief. Abhyangam + Podikkizhi (Choornasweda) 1 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Podikkizhi is a method of therapeutic sweating. The body is fomented thoroughly with linen bags (kizhis) containing herbal drugs in powdered form . Podikkizhi is good for ailments due to disrupted Vata and Kapha doshas. Abhyangam + Special Face Massage 1 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. A facial massage based on Ayurvedic principles, this massage rejuvenates your skin makes it healthy and glowing. The Ayurvedic facial massage revitalizes your skin and provides you with a relaxed feeling momentarily relieving you of your daily tensions. This massage uses natural herbal product extracts and pure essential oils. Ayurvedic facial massage is a combination of applying pressure to different points and as well as applying rhythmic sculpting and contouring strokes. Abhyangam with Choornams (Herbal powder massage) 1 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Udvarthanam (Powder Massage) – This is a special type of Ayurvedic massage done with a special herbal powder in a rhythmic motion (Upward motion). This massage is included in our slimming programme. This treatment is commonly used for Obesity. (Removal of excess fat.)

Treatment Days Description Abhyangam with oil 1 Abhyanga means ‘oil massage’. In Abhyanga, medicated oil is massaged all over the body. Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatism, especially for Diabetic gangerene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremities of the body) etc. Abhyangam with oil + Ilakkizhi (Patrasweda) Or Abhyangam with oil + Podikkizhi (Choornasweda) Or Abhyangam with oil + Navarakkizhi 5 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Patra and Ila mean leaf. ‘Kizhi’ means “bundle’. ‘llakkizhi’ or Patrasweda is a kind of sudation therapy using herbal leaves. Various Herbal Leaves are chopped and mixed with grated coconut and mustard. Prior to fomentation, oil is applied to the crown. In rheumatic pains and associated swelling of the joints, fomentation and massage with Ilakkizhi (bundles containing leaves) bring relief. Podikkizhi is a method of therapeutic sweating. The body is fomented thoroughly with linen bags (kizhis) containing herbal drugs in powdered form . Podikkizhi is good for ailments due to disrupted Vata and Kapha doshas. Navarakkizhi involves massaging of the body with small linen bags filled with Navara (Shastika), after a liberal application of medicated oils. Navara Kizhi is also of great benefit to those with atrophy of the muscles, arthritis, weakness of the extremities, tremors and fibromyalgia. This treatment will benefit from anti-aging effects and its ability to prevent disease. Abhyangam with oil + Pizhichil 5 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Lukewarm medicated oil is applied on the body of the patient lying on the "Dharapathi". Oil dipped pieces of cloth are squeezed by hand and the oils rubbed smoothly over the body of the patient by Measures on either side. Pizhichil is recommended for diseases caused by a vitiation of the Vata humour- Pakshagliata (Hemiplegia), paralysis and muscle spasms and other degenerative diseases that affect the muscles. Abhyangam with oil + Ksheeradhara or Abhyangam with oil + Thakradhara 3 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Ksheeradhara – with medicated milk is called Ksheeradhara. Usually cow’s milk is used. Decoctions of various herbs are added to the milk. Ksheeradhara for the head alone is called Shirodhara. or for the whole body except the head is called Sarvangadhara. A Sravanga Ksheeradhra is usually prescribed for diseases caused by disorders of the Pitta. Thakradhara – This is a powerful relaxation therapy for the head and mind. It’s commonly used for treating Alzheimer’s disease, insomnia, depression, stress related problems,hypertension,insanity,skindisorders, psoriasis, anemia etc. Buttermilk, which has tremendous cooling properties, is used as the main ingredient for the treatment. Thakradhara means the profuse pouring of medicine-rich buttermilk on a person’s forehead. The treatment induces coolness to the brain, relaxes the mind, reduces mental stress and increases memory power. Hence Thakradhara is also considered as a good rejuvenating treatment for the mind and body.

Treatment Days Description Abhyangam with oil 1 Abhyanga means ‘oil massage’. In Abhyanga, medicated oil is massaged all over the body. Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatism, especially for Diabetic gangerene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremities of the body) etc. Abhyangam with oil + Ilakkizhi (Patrasweda) Or Abhyangam with oil + Podikkizhi (Choornasweda) Or Abhyangam with oil + Navarakkizhi 7 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Patra and Ila mean leaf. ‘Kizhi’ means “bundle’. ‘llakkizhi’ or Patrasweda is a kind of sudation therapy using herbal leaves. Various Herbal Leaves are chopped and mixed with grated coconut and mustard. Prior to fomentation, oil is applied to the crown. In rheumatic pains and associated swelling of the joints, fomentation and massage with Ilakkizhi (bundles containing leaves) bring relief. Podikkizhi is a method of therapeutic sweating. The body is fomented thoroughly with linen bags (kizhis) containing herbal drugs in powdered form . Podikkizhi is good for ailments due to disrupted Vata and Kapha doshas. Navarakkizhi involves massaging of the body with small linen bags filled with Navara (Shastika), after a liberal application of medicated oils. Navara Kizhi is also of great benefit to those with atrophy of the muscles, arthritis, weakness of the extremities, tremors and fibromyalgia. This treatment will benefit from anti-aging effects and its ability to prevent disease. Abhyangam with oil + Pizhichil 7 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Lukewarm medicated oil is applied on the body of the patient lying on the “Dharapathi”. Oil dipped pieces of cloth are squeezed by hand and the oils rubbed smoothly over the body of the patient by Measures on either side. Pizhichil is recommended for diseases caused by a vitiation of the Vata humour- Pakshagliata (Hemiplegia), paralysis and muscle spasms and other degenerative diseases that affect the muscles. Abhyangam with oil + Ksheeradhara or Abhyangam with oil + Thakradhara 5 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Ksheeradhara – with medicated milk is called Ksheeradhara. Usually cow’s milk is used. Decoctions of various herbs are added to the milk. Ksheeradhara for the head alone is called Shirodhara. or for the whole body except the head is called Sarvangadhara. A Sravanga Ksheeradhra is usually prescribed for diseases caused by disorders of the Pitta. Thakradhara – This is a powerful relaxation therapy for the head and mind. It’s commonly used for treating Alzheimer’s disease, insomnia, depression, stress related problems,hypertension,insanity,skindisorders, psoriasis, anemia etc. Buttermilk, which has tremendous cooling properties, is used as the main ingredient for the treatment. Thakradhara means the profuse pouring of medicine-rich buttermilk on a person’s forehead. The treatment induces coolness to the brain, relaxes the mind, reduces mental stress and increases memory power. Hence Thakradhara is also considered as a good rejuvenating treatment for the mind and body. Abhyangam with oil + Special Face Massage 1 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. A facial massage based on Ayurvedic principles, this massage rejuvenates your skin makes it healthy and glowing. The Ayurvedic facial massage revitalizes your skin and provides you with a relaxed feeling momentarily relieving you of your daily tensions. This massage uses natural herbal product extracts and pure essential oils. Ayurvedic facial massage is a combination of applying pressure to different points and as well as applying rhythmic sculpting and contouring strokes.

Treatment Days Description Package1 Abhyangam with oil 1 Abhyanga means ‘oil massage’. In Abhyanga, medicated oil is massaged all over the body. Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatism, especially for Diabetic gangerene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremities of the body) etc. Abhyangam with oil + Ilakkizhi (Patrasweda) Or Abhyangam with oil + Podikkizhi (Choornasweda) 2 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Patra and Ila mean leaf. ‘Kizhi’ means “bundle’. ‘llakkizhi’ or Patrasweda is a kind of sudation therapy using herbal leaves. Various Herbal Leaves are chopped and mixed with grated coconut and mustard. Prior to fomentation, oil is applied to the crown. In rheumatic pains and associated swelling of the joints, fomentation and massage with Ilakkizhi (bundles containing leaves) bring relief. Podikkizhi is a method of therapeutic sweating. The body is fomented thoroughly with linen bags (kizhis) containing herbal drugs in powdered form . Podikkizhi is good for ailments due to disrupted Vata and Kapha doshas. Package2 Abhyangam with oil 1 Abhyanga means ‘oil massage’. In Abhyanga, medicated oil is massaged all over the body. Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatism, especially for Diabetic gangerene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremities of the body) etc. Abhyangam with oil + Navarakkizhi 2 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Navarakkizhi involves massaging of the body with small linen bags filled with Navara (Shastika), after a liberal application of medicated oils. Navara Kizhi is also of great benefit to those with atrophy of the muscles, arthritis, weakness of the extremities, tremors and fibromyalgia. This treatment will benefit from anti-aging effects and its ability to prevent disease. Package3 Abhyangam with oil 1 Abhyanga means ‘oil massage’. In Abhyanga, medicated oil is massaged all over the body. Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatism, especially for Diabetic gangerene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremities of the body) etc. Abhyangam with oil + Ksheeradhara 2 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Ksheeradhara – with medicated milk is called Ksheeradhara. Usually cow’s milk is used. Decoctions of various herbs are added to the milk. Ksheeradhara for the head alone is called Shirodhara. or for the whole body except the head is called Sarvangadhara. A Sravanga Ksheeradhra is usually prescribed for diseases caused by disorders of the Pitta.

Treatment Days Description Abhyangam with oil 1 Abhyanga means ‘oil massage’. In Abhyanga, medicated oil is massaged all over the body. Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatism, especially for Diabetic gangerene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremities of the body) etc. Abhyangam with oil + Ilakkizhi (Patrasweda) Or Abhyangam with oil + Podikkizhi (Choornasweda) Or Abhyangam with oil + Navarakkizhi 3 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Patra and Ila mean leaf. ‘Kizhi’ means "bundle’. ‘llakkizhi’ or Patrasweda is a kind of sudation therapy using herbal leaves. Various Herbal Leaves are chopped and mixed with grated coconut and mustard. Prior to fomentation, oil is applied to the crown. In rheumatic pains and associated swelling of the joints, fomentation and massage with Ilakkizhi (bundles containing leaves) bring relief. Podikkizhi is a method of therapeutic sweating. The body is fomented thoroughly with linen bags (kizhis) containing herbal drugs in powdered form . Podikkizhi is good for ailments due to disrupted Vata and Kapha doshas. Navarakkizhi involves massaging of the body with small linen bags filled with Navara (Shastika), after a liberal application of medicated oils. Navara Kizhi is also of great benefit to those with atrophy of the muscles, arthritis, weakness of the extremities, tremors and fibromyalgia. This treatment will benefit from anti-aging effects and its ability to prevent disease. Abhyangam with oil + Ksheeradhara Or Abhyangam with oil + Thakradhara 3 For Abhyangam see item no. 1. Ksheeradhara – with medicated milk is called Ksheeradhara. Usually cow’s milk is used. Decoctions of various herbs are added to the milk. Ksheeradhara for the head alone is called Shirodhara. or for the whole body except the head is called Sarvangadhara. A Sravanga Ksheeradhra is usually prescribed for diseases caused by disorders of the Pitta. Thakradhara – This is a powerful relaxation therapy for the head and mind. It’s commonly used for treating Alzheimer’s disease, insomnia, depression, stress related problems,hypertension,insanity,skindisorders, psoriasis, anemia etc. Buttermilk, which has tremendous cooling properties, is used as the main ingredient for the treatment. Thakradhara means the profuse pouring of medicine-rich buttermilk on a person’s forehead. The treatment induces coolness to the brain, relaxes the mind, reduces mental stress and increases memory power. Hence Thakradhara is also considered as a good rejuvenating treatment for the mind and body.