Ayurvedic Body Purification
Therapies

A deep whole-body muscle massage with ayurvedic oils, Uzhilchil provides all of the benefits of Abhyanga, tones the muscles, and improves blood circulation.

Pizhichil is an invigorating process and a very effective therapy in most illnesses arising from vata imbalance. It releases toxins from the joints and muscles and thus improves the mobility of the joints. In Pizhichil, the whole body is massaged while warm oil containing special herbs is poured in a steady stream from above the body.

The knots that are formed in the energy channels of the body due to emotions and subtler feelings are the cause of many diseases. Marma Chikitsa is a very gentle form of bodywork that enhances the free flow of prana (life force) by releasing these blocks. Marma Chikitsa revitalises the entire system.

A steady stream of warm oil is lightly poured between the eyes in a specific pattern. Warm oil massage on the forehead area massages and soothes all the nerves of the body. Shirodhara brings peace and clarity to the mind. It is especially helpful for those with pitta imbalances.

Facial Marma is a deeply relaxing process that releases stress from the facial muscles and gives rest to the mind. The face is cleansed thoroughly with an herbal mixture and subsequently steam or ice is applied to the face. This is followed by a gentle massage of Marma points on the face and scalp with a customized blend of herbal oils. Finally, the facial skin is toned with a nourishing herbal face pack.

Meru Chikitsa is a naturally effective Neuro-Muscular-Skeletal treatment that promotes health in both acute and chronic problems. Because Meru Chikitsa works closely with the nervous system, it has been found to be very effective for many problems from the common cold to cancer. An ancient and almost forgotten spinal treatment that Sri Sri Ayurveda has recently revived and updated. The normal functioning of the nervous system and cerebral spinal fluid is restored through gentle adjustments of the spinal column.

Snehana prepares one and rsquo;s system before going through Panchakarma therapies. Snehana nurtures the tissues and entire organs with oils and ghees medicated with herbs customized to the practitioner. Toxins are pushed out from their seats of derangement and brought to the organs like rectum, stomach etc. to be eventually eliminated from the system.

Swedana is the therapeutic application of heat to the body to enable the pores and channels of the body to open so that ama (toxins) can be released easily. This results in sweatingas the pores open. Heat makes it easier for toxins to be carried from the tissues and the bodily forces responsible for transporting toxic waste from deep tissues to the gastro-intestinal tract are also mobilised.

The nose is the direct pathway through which prana (life force) enters the body. Nasya involves the administration of herbal oils through the nasal passage. Nasya improves brain function by cleansing and opening the channels in the head, improving the flow of prana. Nasya is a very important treatment that stimulates the tissues and glands in the brain and gives quick relief to many health problems.

Virechana is a cleansing therapy using purgation. It removes toxins from the middle and lower areas of the gastro- intestinal tract. This is done by administering specific herbal medicines through the mouth to initiate the elimination process through the bowels. Virechana is a solution for many physical problems and ndash; particularly pitta and kapha disorders.

Foot massage with oil stimulates certain points that correspond to different organs of the body and the entire body is nourished. A refreshing massage on the sole increases the circulation of blood and prana in the body. Paada Abhyanga brings a feeling of deep relaxation and well-being throughout the body.

A whole body sweating therapy. A paste of herbs and grains boiled in milk is made into a poultice and taken in a wrapped cloth. It is then rubbed continuously on the whole body in a synchronised pattern. PindaSweda revitalises the body by imparting nourishment to the tissue, restores energy and mobility and relieves stress.

A scalp treatment that stabilizes the nervous system and activates the marma points in the head.

A treatment using herbal oils on the head, which is a treatment for various ailments of the neck and head. It nourishes and rejuvenates the nerves in the region above the neck and helps cure many nervous system disorders of eye, ear and nose. It is also used to treat chronic headaches.

A holistic medical technique that works on the relationship between structure and function of the body. The treatment is based on the body and rsquo;s intelligence to treat itself in a natural way. It is effective in acute and chronic back pain, migraines. Problems with the organs can also be treated using osteopathy.