Udwarthanam is a traditional Ayurvedic massage technique that involves the use of herbal powders to massage the body. The word "udwarthanam" comes from two Sanskrit words - "udhwartana" meaning to elevate or promote, and "abhyanga" meaning massage...
Pichu is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy that involves applying a warm, medicated oil-soaked cloth to a specific area of the body. The word "pichu" means "to smear" or "to apply," and the therapy is often used to treat musculoskeletal conditions, neurological disorders, and skin problems....
There are several types of Vasti, but the most commonly used are Anuvasana Vasti and Niruha Vasti. Anuvasana Vasti involves the administration of medicated oils, whereas Niruha Vasti involves the use of medicated decoctions....
During a lepam treatment, a paste made from a combination of herbal powders, oils, and other ingredients is applied to the affected area of the body. The paste is left on the skin for a specific period of time before being washed off....
During a swedana treatment, the patient is usually seated or lying down in a wooden box or steam tent. A combination of herbal decoctions, oils, or powders is boiled and the steam is directed towards the patient's body, which causes sweating....
During a nasyam treatment, a small amount of herbal oil or powder is inserted into the nostrils using a dropper or a special device. The patient then inhales deeply, allowing the oil or powder to enter the nasal passages and sinuses....
Elakizhi is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy that involves a massage with warm herbal poultices. The word "elakizhi" comes from two Malayalam words: "ela" meaning leaves and "kizhi" meaning bundle....
Shirodhara is an Ayurvedic therapy that involves pouring warm oil or other liquids over the forehead and scalp in a continuous stream. The word "shirodhara" comes from two Sanskrit words: "shiro" meaning head and "dhara" meaning flow. The therapy is usually performed while the patient lies...
Marma is used to describe specific points on the body where muscles, veins, ligaments, bones, and joints converge. These points are considered to be vital areas where life force energy, known as prana, can be accessed and manipulated for therapeutic purposes....
It's a traditional Ayurvedic therapy that involves the application of warm medicated oil all over the body in a continuous stream...