Kerala Massage

Kerala An Ayurvedic State –

Kerala, the land of spices, is the best place to get to know and experience. Ayurveda, be it Ayurvedic products or service. 

Ayurveda, the 5000-year-old natural herbal health care system has been recognized the world over as the most perfected body-mind health care system. Ayurveda, a holistic system of medicine that is rejuvenative and therapeutic, is widely practiced in India. Kerala, the tropical paradise on the southwest seaboard, is well known as the heart land of Ayurveda.

Kerala, the confluence of different natural herbal systems, enriched and fine-tuned Ayurveda. While the Ayurvedic system was enriched by Siddha and Marma systems in southern Kerala, it joined hands with Kalaripayattu and Kalari Therapy in northern Kerala. This resulted in the emergence of a new stream noted for its special procedures and formulations.

Agasthyakoodam: 

Agasthyakoodam, a legendary herbal mountain near Neyyar Dam, 20 kms south of Thiruvananthapuram, has a hoary history as the home of Siddha medicine. Agasthyakoodam is considered to be the abode of sage Agasthya, the foremost among the Siddhars who developed the Siddha medical system. Agasthyakoodam and its surrounding Western Ghats, 1500m above sea level, constitute the hot bed of bio-diversity. Eight percent of the plant species found here is endemic to this region.

According to Buddhist tradition, Sage Agasthya was a Buddhist monk whose contributions developed Siddha medicine. The 2,500- year old Tamil Sangam literature talks about Agasthyakoodam as a mountain Potalaka that is considered to be the abode of Avolikideswara, a Buddhist deity. Many Buddhist scholars from all over the world used to visit this place in the days of yore. Potala in Tibet, which is the seat of the Dalai Lama, is believed to be the replica of Potalaka.The herbal healing culture, which spread around this mystical herbal mountain, gave birth to a very potent branch of Ayurveda, which is found in southern Kerala. Kalari system contributed to the growth of Ayurveda in northern Kerala.

Herbal wealth:

Kerala, situated in the tropical region, has an unparalleled herbal wealth compared to the other parts of India. Though the very same herbs are found in the Himalayas, the herbs of Kerala have a special potency due to its unique geographical position and tropical climate. These aspects made it possible for the healers of Kerala to perfect the preparation of Ayurvedic medicine. Even for classic Ayurvedic preparations, Kerala Ayurveda has evolved its own formulations that are superior in effect.

Sanskrit tradition:

Kerala has an unbroken tradition of Sanskrit (the language of ancient wisdom) learning. This knowledge of Sanskrit enables the healers of Kerala to interpret the Ayurvedic system accurately and get a proper insight. The Namboothiri Brahmins even today follow the Vedic tradition and knowledge systems. They are the only people who perform the yajnas as they were done during the Vedic times and pronounce the Vedic chants the original way

In kerala ayurvedic physician practice almost all massages but few of them are very popular …

PIZHICHIL –

In this therapeutic process, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by two or four trained therapists in a special rhythmic way. This is done continuously for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is very useful for rheumatic diseases like arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, paralysis, sexual weakness, nervous weakness, and nervous disorders.

NJAVARAKIZHI –

It is a course by which the whole body or any specific part of the body is made to perspire by the external application of certain medicated puddings. These healing materials are in the form of boluses tied up in muslin bag. Two or four therapists apply this for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 14 days. This treatment is beneficial for all types of rheumatism, joint pain, emaciation of limbs, high blood pressure, cholesterol, and certain kinds of skin diseases.

DHARA –

In this process, herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk, etc., are poured on the forehead from the pot which is hung on the top of the forehead at certain specific distance for about 45 minutes in a day for a phase of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is mainly for insomnia, Vata-predominant diseases, mental tension and certain skin diseases.

VASTHI –

Certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc. are applied through the rectum daily for a period of 5 to 25 days. It is known as enema but medicated one. This treatment is for arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness, gastric complaints associated with rheumatism and constant constipation.

SIROVASTHI –

Special lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day according to the patient's disorder for a period of 7 days. The special precaution is taken that the oil should not drop out of the cap from anywhere This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, dryness of the nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, and other Vata-originated diseases.

UDVARTHANAM –

This is a typical massage with herbal powder done for about 30 to 45 minutes daily for a period of 14 to 28 days. The powdered is rubbed in a gently or vigorous way as per the condition of the diseases and diseased. This treatment is for the diseases like hemiplegia, paralysis, obesity (excessive fat) and certain rheumatic ailments.

ABHYANGAM –

A special type of oil massage in which the body is stroked in different ways according to the diseases. This is done for 45 minutes a day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful for obesity, especially for diabetic gangrene and the like.

NASYAM –

Herbal juices, medicated oils etc., are placed in each nostril through special device for 7 to 14 days. This treatment is highly effective for certain types of headaches, paralysis, mental disorders, some types of skin disease, etc.

SNEHAPANAM –

Medicated ghee i.e. butter oil is given internally in a proportionally increasing quantity for a period of 8 to 12 days. This treatment is excellent for osteoarthritis, psoriasis, leukaemia etc.

KIZHI –

Leaves means kizhi. Special types of herbs and herbal powders are applied to the entire body in boluses along with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes per day. This continues for a period of 7 to 14 days. This is an excellent therapy for osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondylosis, sports injuries, etc.

DHANYAMLA DHARA –

Warm herbal liquid is poured all over the body in a rhythmic way through a special vessel for 45 minutes to an hour daily. This treatment is extremely effective for hemiplegia, paralysis, rheumatic complaints, etc.

YONI PRAKSHALANAM –

Herbal oils and decoctions are applied through the vagina. The organ is washed thoroughly with that. This treatment is good for gynaecological disorders. It is also a process of purification for genital organs.

KATIVASTHI –

In this procedure, specially prepared warm medicated oil is placed over the lower back with herbal paste boundary. This is known as tub bathing but with medicated herbal water. This treatment lasts for 45 minutes to 1 hour and it is good for any type of back pain and spinal disorders.

UROVASTHI –

Like Kativasthi, warm medicated oil is kept over the chest for 45 minutes. This is an effective treatment for asthma, other respiratory problems, heart diseases and muscular chest pain.

KSHEERADHOOMAM –

In this the steam from the cows milk is directed at the targeted organ. This treatment is good for facial paralysis, Bell's palsy, speech disorders and other nervous disorders of the face.

THALAM –

Special powder is mixed with medicated oil and applied on the top of the head for 20 to 45 minutes. This treatment is useful for ENT problems, insomnia, migraine, etc.

LEPANAM –

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