Sopanam Multispeciality Ayurvedic Hospital

Abyangam (massage) is a gentle but firm full body massage from the toe to head using warm medicated oils. The oils are chosen according to the prakriti i.e psychosomatic constitution and the vikruti i.e. current state of balance or imbalance. Benefits of Abhyangam : Abhyangam massage is deeply relaxing, rejuvenating experience as well as treatment in certain illness. A regular Abhyangam protects from stress, anxiety, exhaustion and Vata disorders It nourishes the body, improves blood circulation, extends the life span, provides good sleep, improves the skin texture and provides better physical stability. The massage brings more prana (vital energy) in the body, helps in removing the toxins seated deep into the musculoskeletal system and in the blood streams. The body experiences flexibility and more energy flow.

Herbal powders are massaged in a special way for 30 to 45 minutes every day for 7 to 28 days. This is considered very well in reducing overweight and controlling cholesterol of the body. It also strengthens muscles and tightens loose skin. Useful treatment for : hemiplegia paralysis obesity (excess fat) certain rheumatic ailments

Elakizhi Kizhi treatment is a therapy where heated herbs and medicinal oils are tied in cloth bags; and placed on the area to be treated. This is followed by specific massages, done using the fingers, heel of the hand or palm. Useful treatment for: Osteo-Arthritis Severe neck and back aches Osteoporosis Frozen Shoulder Muscular Sprains & Spasms Muscular stiffness To facilitate easy movement of post-arthritic operation / accidents

In this therapy an enclosure made up of dough is formed on the location of the affected vertebra & medicated oil is poured in the enclosure. Useful treatment for : Lumber Spondilosis Disc Prolapse Lumber Fracture

This is a procedure in which the head is covered by some medicinal paste. The head is then covered with a plantain leaf or thin cloth and tied up for a certain period. Then the paste is removed and the head wiped clean. Useful treatment for : Hair fall Grayness of Hair Dandruff Mental Tension Depression Insomnia

It is a highly effective rejuvenative therapy, in which massage is done with cotton bags full of navara rice (a special kind of rice cooked with herbal water & cows' milk). The bags are dipped in the same mixture and applied all over the body in different postures after a general body massage. Useful treatment for : Osteo Arthritis Spondilosis and Spontilytis Osteo Porosis Muscular Weakness Muscular Dystrophy Paralysis Ligament tear

Useful treatment for: This therapy balances the aggravated doshas from the upper body (head, nose and throat) Very effective on problems like "sinusitis" and "sinus allergies". Reduces headaches, insomnia, memory problems, migraine, fear, worry, anger, depression etc. Prevents the bad effects of air pollution Cleans the nostrils and sinuses of accumulated mucus.

In this therapy an enclosure is formed on the head and medicated oil is retained for a very long time Useful treatment for : Chronic insomnia Paralysis Unusual hair loss Psychiatric problems Psoriasis Epilepsy Alopecia

In this treatment, the patient lies supine on a flat surface with head back and a rolled towel or pillow beneath the neck. Herbal oil, medicated milk or buttermilk, herbal decoction is poured in a steady stream on the forehead (the location of so called "third eye") for 30 to 45 minutes followed by a gentle scalp massage in which the "marmas" in the head are stimulated. Benefits of Shirodhara : It is an amazing treatment effective for balancing the "Vata dosha". It works on the cerebral system, helps in relaxing the nervous system and balancing the "Prana vayu" around the head. It improves the senses of five senses organs, helps in insomnia, stress, anxiety and depression. Decreases hair loss, fatigue and makes one calm and fresh

Feet are very important part of our body as many nerves from many organs terminate in the feet. Foot therapy helps to strengthen these nerves and restores health to many parts of the body. Benefits of Foot Therapy : Improves blood circulation and helps in preventing (or treating) varicose veins. Reduces excessive heat from the body and relaxes the brain and eyes. Cures in insomnia, mental stresses and depressions. Very effective for "foot care" of diabetic people. Reduces swelling and soreness in the lower leg.

Paralysis of one side of the body. It is caused by disease affecting the opposite hemisphere of the brain

The second most common form of arthritis after osteoarthritis. It typically involves the joints of fingers, wrists, feet, and ankles with latter involvement of the hips, knees, shoulders and neck. It is a disease of the synovial lining of joints; the joints are initially painful, swollen and stiff and are usually affected symmetrically.

A condition resulting from spasm and subsequent over dilatation of certain arteries in the brain, which causes a recurrent throbbing headache characteristically, affects one side of the head

A disease in which a defect in uric acid metabolism causes an excess of the acid and its salts to accumulate in the blood stream and the joints respectively. It results in attacks of acute gouty arthritis and chronic destruction of the joints and deposits of acute gouty arthritis and chronic destruction of the joints and deposits of urates in the skin cartilage, especially of the ears

Inability to fall asleep or to remain asleep for an adequate length of time, so that tiredness is virtually permanent. Insomnia may be associated with disease, particularly if these are painful symptoms, but is more often caused by worry

A chronic skin disease in which scaly pink patches form on the elbows, knees, scalp, and other parts of the body. It sometimes occurs in association with arthritis. Occasionally the disease may be very severe, affecting much of the skin and causing considerable disability in the patient

In this process leaves of Arka, Karanja, Dhatura and so on are chopped and mixed with greeted coconut, mustard and rock salt. The mixture is a warmed in pan smeared with coconut oil and then tied up in linen bundles to be used for fomentation. The kizhis keep at a coconut high temperature by warming them every now and then.

Podikkizhi is a method of therapeutic sweating. The body is fomented thoroughly with kizhis containing drugs in powdered form. Horgegram, blackgram, seasame seeds and curative ingredients are powdered and tied up in bundles. Occasionally, scrapping of coconut are also included. As moderate heat is required to sweat the body, the kizhis have to be warmed up by heating in a pan smeared with castor or neem oil prevents the kizhis from charring. After fomentation, the patient's body may wiped clean with a towel. This is followed by a short period of rest and then a bath. Application of oil on the body and head is recommended before bathing. Podikkizhi is a good for ailments due to disrupted vata and kapha doshas.

Here the whole body or any specific part of the body is made to perspire by applying certain medical puddings (made of a special rice alled "njavara" prepared in a concoction of milk and herbs) externally in the form of small sacks tied up in muslin bags, This is helpful in healing all types of rheumatism, pain the joints, certain skin diseases, diabetic neuropathy, and all degenerative diseases.

Pizhichil is one of the rare and unique ayurvedic therapies. This is a special herbal oil bath where lukewarm herbal oils are poured all over the body by 2 to 4 trained theraphists in a rhythmic way continuously, for about 60 minutes per day. The treatment is done on a special table made from a single piece of strychnous Nuxvomica wood. This process is extremely useful in treating rheumatic problems, nervous, weakness and neurological disorders like Hemiplegia and paraplegia

In this process, herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated buttermilk and other concoctions are poured on the forehead in a special method for 30 to 45 minutes after a relaxing full body massage. This one the most relaxation providing therapies in ayurveda and is very effective in the treatment of insomnia, sleeping disorders, mental tension and certain skin diseases.

Medicated oils, herbal preparations etc are poured in to the nostrils to eliminate the mobid factors from the head and neck area, effective for certain kinds of headaches, nasal ailments and cleaning of the passage.

Urovasthi is administered to the 'uras' or the chest to treat pain in the sternum. As in Kativasthi, a small receptacles is made on the chest with black gram paste, then oil is poured and allowed to remain there for some time.

In this process, special herbal medicines processed in ghee is poured and kept in and around the eyes within a herbal paste boundary. This is very effective to maintain good vision and also helps in preventing & treating various eye disorders like cataract, retinopathy, etc.

Vasti is a very significant technique, which is unlike modern enema. It is helpful to eliminate toxins, to rejuvenate the body and to treat the variety of diseases. It is to be done with great care and under expert supervision.

Prescribed medicated oil is applied on the head and body, followed by gentle massage. This process typically lasts for 45 minutes. Abhyanga helps to relieve fatigue, vatha disorders, delays ageing, gives clarity to vision, builds up the body, ensures good sleep, and improves the colour, strength and texture of the skin.

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 conditions. This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, burning sensation of head and other vata originated diseases.

Spine care is an ancient ayurvedic therapy based on the ayurvedic principles. This natural healing therapy deals with proper spine care including nerves, muscles, joints, blood and lymphatic channels. This programme is also effective as preventive measure to avoid the possible spine and joint complications in people who had a history of back and neck problems

Rejuvenation indicates the wellness of body and mind after a detail examination of the person / patient, doctor will analyse the prakruthi (Body constitution) and will start the treatment accordingly. This is an opportunity to calm, renew and invigorate your system

Paralysis could be one of the most terrible conditions that a human body can be afflicted with. Paralysis is always caused due to the impairment of the central nervous system or peripheral nervous system. Some other reasons are Strokes, Trauma Cerebral palsy, etc. Recovery of movement of hands, legs or the whole body can be a very long and arduous process. A revolutionary treatment attempts in paralysis management has been taking place for past years at Sopanam. This never negates the traditional process methods but fortifies the efficiency with modern scientific approach. The other treatment strategies in complicated and highly progressive bone and joint diseases like Osteo Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis are promising and innovative.

To enlighten body

To stabilize body

The slimming programme includes medicated herbal powder massage adhering to the specific diet prescribed during the treatments. Also the treatment goes under the doctor's examination and will find out the reason why the person is getting obese and treat for the reason

This is a special treatment to keep your spine and neck healthy and to cure the problems related with it. This programme includes special massages, kizhis and special exercises.

This programme is to keep away allergic factors like coughing, sneezing, difficulty in breathing. Along with proper medication, snehapanam, vamanam, etc. and control over diet.

This treatment includes body massage with medicated oil and internal rejuvenating medicines and medicated steam bath. This therapy is to rejuvenate mind, body and soul to tone up skin, to strengthen all system to achieve health. This treatment includes body massage with medicated oil and internal rejuvenating medicines and medicated steam bath. This therapy is to rejuvenate mind, body and soul to tone up skin, to strengthen all system to achieve health.

To rejuvenate body

Ayurveda has very effective care for rheumatic conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout. Osteo Arthritis. The treatment includes massage, lepam, steam bath and kizhi.

To maintain good health