Sarve santu niramayah

AYURVEDA
THERAPIES AND
KERALIYA PANCHAKARMA
1.MASSAGES: Abhyanga

Sarvangabhyangam (full body massage)
In Ayurveda, abhyangam is actually recommended as a daily routine apart from a treatment. Abhyangam is an oil massage having a similar procedure for all cases. Different oils are selected for different individuals depending upon their constitution, the season and also the ailments if the individual is suffering from any. Numerous benefits of abhyamgam include prevention of ageing, relief from fatigue, pacification of vata, increment of strength, immunity and it also makes one capable of tolerating strain and exertion. Other benefits include making the skin soft, adding luster to it, enhancing complexion and eyesight, kindling the digestive fire and reducing constipation. Abhyangam is provided at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre exclusively for all diseases and very carefully for every individual depending on his/her constituency and ailments.
In Ayurveda, abhyangam is actually recommended as a daily routine apart from a treatment. Abhyangam is an oil massage having a similar procedure for all cases. Different oils are selected for different individuals depending upon their constitution, the season and also the ailments if the individual is suffering from any. Numerous benefits of abhyamgam include prevention of ageing, relief from fatigue, pacification of vata, increment of strength, immunity and it also makes one capable of tolerating strain and exertion. Other benefits include making the skin soft, adding luster to it, enhancing complexion and eyesight, kindling the digestive fire and reducing constipation. Abhyangam is provided at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre exclusively for all diseases and very carefully for every individual depending on his/her constituency and ailments.

Prishthabhyangam (neck and back massage)
This is a massage done specifically on the back and neck region. It has its own benefits like relieving tension in the back, and is beneficial in conditions like lower and upper back pains, pain in the neck due to strain because of using the computer for long hours, and very high pillows etc., It is also beneficial in conditions like pain in the hands or legs, as the nerves supplying these areas emerge from the spinal cord. It also relaxes someone and bestows good sleep.
This is a massage done specifically on the back and neck region. It has its own benefits like relieving tension in the back, and is beneficial in conditions like lower and upper back pains, pain in the neck due to strain because of using the computer for long hours, and very high pillows etc., It is also beneficial in conditions like pain in the hands or legs, as the nerves supplying these areas emerge from the spinal cord. It also relaxes someone and bestows good sleep.

Pada abhyangam( foot and leg massage)
In this process, special care is given to the feet. Caring for the feet is also very important to remain healthy. With pada abhyangam, roughness, dryness, fatigue and numbness of the feet are cured. It rejuvenates the feet by providing tenderness together with strength. The process bestows mental relief thus promotes good sleep. It cures loss of sensation, tiredness, stiffness and contractures of the feet. Relaxation of the feet is directly related to healthy eyes. Pada abhyangam is specifically also used in disorders such as sciatica, sprain, fluid retention, insomnia etc. Pada abhyangam is provided at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre for extreme relaxation and relief. Special attention is given to the choice of oils and medications used for various seasons, patients and diseases.
In this process, special care is given to the feet. Caring for the feet is also very important to remain healthy. With pada abhyangam, roughness, dryness, fatigue and numbness of the feet are cured. It rejuvenates the feet by providing tenderness together with strength. The process bestows mental relief thus promotes good sleep. It cures loss of sensation, tiredness, stiffness and contractures of the feet. Relaxation of the feet is directly related to healthy eyes. Pada abhyangam is specifically also used in disorders such as sciatica, sprain, fluid retention, insomnia etc. Pada abhyangam is provided at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre for extreme relaxation and relief. Special attention is given to the choice of oils and medications used for various seasons, patients and diseases.

Sugandhabhyangam (aroma massage)
In aroma massage, specific volatile oils called essential oils are used. Aromatherapy massage is a treatment which works wonders. It improves mental and physical states, and even helps to tackle some health problems. When massage is used with application of essential oils it helps to release muscle tension, hydrate the skin and provide immediate relaxation.Different essential oils are used for different purposes, depending upon the ailments or the constitution of the person getting the massage.
In aroma massage, specific volatile oils called essential oils are used. Aromatherapy massage is a treatment which works wonders. It improves mental and physical states, and even helps to tackle some health problems. When massage is used with application of essential oils it helps to release muscle tension, hydrate the skin and provide immediate relaxation.Different essential oils are used for different purposes, depending upon the ailments or the constitution of the person getting the massage.

Udwartanam( herbal powder massage)
Udwartanam is a special body massage using a combination of herbal powders. The specialty of this therapy is that the massage is done in a direction opposite to the hair follicles. This therapy is used to lessen kapha in the body. Udwartanam absorbs fat in the body thus effectively helps in weight loss. Firmness is achieved in the body parts and maintains a healthy skin. At Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre, udwartanam is provided using different mixtures of herbs for the patients. The massage is carried on for a specified time period as decided by the doctors.
Udwartanam is a special body massage using a combination of herbal powders. The specialty of this therapy is that the massage is done in a direction opposite to the hair follicles. This therapy is used to lessen kapha in the body. Udwartanam absorbs fat in the body thus effectively helps in weight loss. Firmness is achieved in the body parts and maintains a healthy skin. At Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre, udwartanam is provided using different mixtures of herbs for the patients. The massage is carried on for a specified time period as decided by the doctors.
2.SUDATION: SWEDANA
Vashpasweda (herbal sauna)
Vashpaswedanam literally means initiating of sweating through warm vapours. Vapours are produced by boiling herbs in water and the whole body except the head is exposed to this steam. This therapy is widely used to eradicate laziness, increase flexibility of the joints, improves the appearance of the skin and improves the digestive system. In ailments such as arthritis and sciatica, vashpasweadanam proves to be very effective. The herbs are cautiously collected for the process at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre and the vapour is carefully.

Vashpaswedanam literally means initiating of sweating through warm vapours. Vapours are produced by boiling herbs in water and the whole body except the head is exposed to this steam. This therapy is widely used to eradicate laziness, increase flexibility of the joints, improves the appearance of the skin and improves the digestive system. In ailments such as arthritis and sciatica, vashpasweadanam proves to be very effective. The herbs are cautiously collected for the process at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre and the vapour is carefully.
Nadisweda (localized herbal sauna)
NadiSwedanam is similar to Vashpaswedanam with the exception that here, the vapour is directed to a particular body part instead of the whole body. The process is carried out with the help of a pipe (nadi). Since the treatment is concentrated to a particular body part, it is extremely useful in conditions of localized pains like cervical spondylitis and sprains and also for osteoarthritis. Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre presents a careful process of nadiswedanam for relief from pains for every patient.

NadiSwedanam is similar to Vashpaswedanam with the exception that here, the vapour is directed to a particular body part instead of the whole body. The process is carried out with the help of a pipe (nadi). Since the treatment is concentrated to a particular body part, it is extremely useful in conditions of localized pains like cervical spondylitis and sprains and also for osteoarthritis. Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre presents a careful process of nadiswedanam for relief from pains for every patient.
Pizhichil
Two traditional treatments Snehana (oleation) and swedana (sudation) are merged to form pizhichil. In this therapy, lukewarm medicated oils are poured onto the body and supple soft massage is concurrently carried out. Pizhichil is highly advantageous for the immune system and is specifically provided for diseases such as arthiritis, paralysis, sexual weakness, rheumatic diseases and digestive problems. Other additional benefits of the therapy include beauty enhancement, oja (aura) stability and controlling ageing. Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre offers an elite package of pizhichil that revives the individual and resolves various ailments.

Two traditional treatments Snehana (oleation) and swedana (sudation) are merged to form pizhichil. In this therapy, lukewarm medicated oils are poured onto the body and supple soft massage is concurrently carried out. Pizhichil is highly advantageous for the immune system and is specifically provided for diseases such as arthiritis, paralysis, sexual weakness, rheumatic diseases and digestive problems. Other additional benefits of the therapy include beauty enhancement, oja (aura) stability and controlling ageing. Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre offers an elite package of pizhichil that revives the individual and resolves various ailments.

Upanaha (poultice)
This is a process of aggravating perspiration by applying a hot paste of medicines on various parts of the body as required and then covering the paste with medicated fabrics and herbal leaves. Upanaha is extensively used to treat inflammatory conditions and skin diseases. Joint related problems also use this process for relief. Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre provides this therapy in all is details for patients according to the disease situation or the rejuvenating requirement.
This is a process of aggravating perspiration by applying a hot paste of medicines on various parts of the body as required and then covering the paste with medicated fabrics and herbal leaves. Upanaha is extensively used to treat inflammatory conditions and skin diseases. Joint related problems also use this process for relief. Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre provides this therapy in all is details for patients according to the disease situation or the rejuvenating requirement.
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Ksheeradhoomam( herbal milk sauna)
This is steaming of a particular body part or whole body with medicated cow’s milk. KsheeraDhoomam, as the name indicates, is a special treatment procedure where the patient is treated with the dhooma or steam coming from the heated milk through a tube. The cow milk is mixed with a decoction prepared from suitable drugs (that depends on the disease state and patients condition) and heated. The steam coming out is made to pass through a tube and is applied over the affected part of the patient’s body. Care must be taken not to burn the skin. KsheeraDhoomam is found highly effective in Ardhitham(Facial Palsies), speech disorders, Krichronmeelanam(Ptosis or Leavator Palpebral Muscle Palsy), Various Nervous Disorders etc
This is steaming of a particular body part or whole body with medicated cow’s milk. KsheeraDhoomam, as the name indicates, is a special treatment procedure where the patient is treated with the dhooma or steam coming from the heated milk through a tube. The cow milk is mixed with a decoction prepared from suitable drugs (that depends on the disease state and patients condition) and heated. The steam coming out is made to pass through a tube and is applied over the affected part of the patient’s body. Care must be taken not to burn the skin. KsheeraDhoomam is found highly effective in Ardhitham(Facial Palsies), speech disorders, Krichronmeelanam(Ptosis or Leavator Palpebral Muscle Palsy), Various Nervous Disorders etc
3.KERALIYA PANCHAKARMA
Patra pottalisweda (leaf massage)
The process of this therapy matches with Balukasweda. But, instead of sand, herbal plants are ‘cooked’ with other ingredients to make the bolus. The bolus is dipped into medicated oils and then applied onto the intended area on the body to cause perspiration. Patra potalisweda controls aggravated vata in the body. General pain and edema are overcome by this therapy. The process helps one’s body in situations such as paralysis and convulsions. Other benefits of the therapy are improvement of blood circulation, stimulation of nerve cells and general rejuvenation of body cells. Patra potalisweda is offered very grandly at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre for specific cases and general health revitalization.
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The process of this therapy matches with Balukasweda. But, instead of sand, herbal plants are ‘cooked’ with other ingredients to make the bolus. The bolus is dipped into medicated oils and then applied onto the intended area on the body to cause perspiration. Patra potalisweda controls aggravated vata in the body. General pain and edema are overcome by this therapy. The process helps one’s body in situations such as paralysis and convulsions. Other benefits of the therapy are improvement of blood circulation, stimulation of nerve cells and general rejuvenation of body cells. Patra potalisweda is offered very grandly at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre for specific cases and general health revitalization.
JambeeraPindaSweda (lemon and herbs massage)
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For Jambirapindasweda, the bolus is formed using pieces of lemon and other additional herbs. This bolus is also dipped in specific medicated oils and applied throughout the body very softly. Conditions of aggravated vata, avabhuka and frozen shoulder are usually treated using jambirapindasweda. Specially picked lemons and herbs are used for the above therapy at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre, where every step of the treatment is given with full attention. Another version of the same therapy is presented as CHURNAPindaSweda in which only a group of herbs are used for the bolus without lemon. This treatment is given for conditions of osteoarthritis and rheumatism.
For Jambirapindasweda, the bolus is formed using pieces of lemon and other additional herbs. This bolus is also dipped in specific medicated oils and applied throughout the body very softly. Conditions of aggravated vata, avabhuka and frozen shoulder are usually treated using jambirapindasweda. Specially picked lemons and herbs are used for the above therapy at Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre, where every step of the treatment is given with full attention. Another version of the same therapy is presented as CHURNAPindaSweda in which only a group of herbs are used for the bolus without lemon. This treatment is given for conditions of osteoarthritis and rheumatism.
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ChurnaPindaSweda (warm herbal powder massage)
Churnapindasweda During this procedure, boluses are made up of powders of dries herbs after being processed with specific oils and the body is massaged using these boluses. Churnapindasweda is beneficial in conditions such as general pain, stiffness, loss of body mass etc. It also helps rejuvenate someone and removal of toxins from the body. It is provided at the Shreenivas Ayurvedic Centre for specific disorders depending upon the patient and disease.