Treatments
Our Treatments
Abhyangam
A relaxing and refreshing full body massage with medicated herbal oils to take care of physical, mental, emotional well being of the person while balancing the doshas. After the procedure the person is directed to take a herbal steam bath followed by a hot shower. As pitcher becomes resistant and firm by smearing oil, the skin and body become strong , bright and resistant to pain and exertion; the obstructing Vata dosha is calmed down by applying the oil.
Swedana / Herbal Steam
Enhances openings of the pores, flushing out impurities through the sweat glands and increasing the penetration of curative oils and herbs used in therapy.(Sweating).The treatment is a specific fomentation in which steam generated from aromatic and medicinal herbs is applied to the whole body. This loosens the blood vessels and removes all harmful substances from the entire body system. The therapy includes many different forms of heat treatments.
Sneha Panam
This is a fine treatment for digestive disorders like ulcers and IBS, certain skin diseases like psoriasis, rashes, boils etc. Moderate and superior doses of snehapanam are found to be effective for urinary disorders, diabetes mellitus, gout and epilepsy. Medicated ghee, eaten in empty stomach, for its first hand therapeutic value, is called snehapanam. The treatment involves the removal of hard-core toxins and wastes from the body.
Dhara
Shirodhara is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy in which warm medicated oil, herbal milk, or herbal decoction is gently poured over the forehead in a continuous stream. The rhythmic flow promotes deep relaxation, mental calmness, and inner peace. It is beneficial for stress, insomnia, headaches, anxiety, depression, and certain neurological disorders. By acting directly on the head, Shirodhara helps soothe the nervous system and support overall mental well-being.
Thakradhara
The word takra means buttermilk, dhara with medicated butter milk is called as takradhara..This ayurvedic treatment method which involves continuous flow of medicated butter milk to the centre of forehead continuously for up to an hour. It indicated in diseases like psoriasis, mental worries, Insomnia, Chronic headaches, migraine
Thalam
Thalam is the Malayalam name for the Ayurvedic therapeutic measure, shirovasti (shirobasti). It is the process of retaining medicinal oil over the head with the help of a suitable cap to provide nourishment to brain cells to prevent brain cell damage. It is the best treatment to cure variety of conditions like insomnia, stress, tension, and different mental conditions. In the past this therapy was prescribed only for people with mental illness.
Thalapothichil
Under this procedure, the head is covered with Amla (Indian gooseberry) paste prepared in buttermilk or some decoctions suitable for the condition. Then, the head is covered with a banana leaf. This procedure has been seen to be very effective for dealing with stress, anxiety, sinusitis, chronic headache, sleep disorders and hair loss.
Shiropichu
It is a specialized Ayurveda therapy in which a piece of cloth or cotton soaked with medicated oil is applied to the head for 30-45 minutes in a special manner.. It is indicated for facial palsy, headache, Insomnia, Dermatisis of scalp, dandruff, neurological diseases, paralysis and psychosomatic illnesses.
Shirovasthi
Shirovasthi is the retention of warm medicated oil over the head for a certain amount of time. This oil is a prepared mixture of gingely oil,Staff Tree, castor oil, ghee, common milk, and medicated herbs like bala,winter cherry,black gram, castor plant, bacopa etc. There are special ways and methods in which the herbs and oils are boiled in order to extract their full medicinal properties
Pizhichil
Pizhichil is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy that combines a warm herbal oil massage with gentle heat. During the treatment, warm medicated oil is continuously poured over the body while synchronized massage techniques are performed. Once known as the “royal treatment,” it was traditionally enjoyed by kings and aristocrats. Pizhichil promotes deep relaxation, improves circulation, nourishes the body, and helps relieve stress and fatigue.
Kizhi
Kizhi is one of the signature treatments in Ayurveda. In this treatment herbal powders are compressed into small linen bags, and then the whole body is vigorously massaged after dipping it into warm medicated oil until the warmth induces the skin to sweat.
This therapy helps curing the arthritis, rheumatic conditions, sports injuries, stress and pain of sore joints & muscles, sprain, acute and chronic back pain.
Njavara Kizhi
The body is massaged with linen bags filled with cooked Njavara rice, frequently warming it in a mixture of decoction and milk. This massage is normally done by 2 people. It is acardinal treatment for diseases affecting the nervous system. Pain, rheumatism, emaciation of limbs, stroke, hypertension, sciatica, spondylosis etc. are the indications.
Dhanyamla Dhara
This procedure will be done by four people using special pots to pour a warm acidic herbal fluid (Dhanyamlam) all over patient’s body. Helps to reduce inflammation and pain in many cases and is a method of sweating without using oils. This is done for people with cases of arthritis, stroke, rheumatism etc.
Kadi Vasthy
A particular type of oil is kept over the affected part (usually the lower back) inside a boundary made of some herbal pastes. This is particularly effective in all kinds of back pains and spinal disorders. The same procedure when done on the chest is called Urovasthy.
Lepanam
Herbal pastes are applied over the affected parts. This is usually done to reduce swelling, pain or inflammation of the joints. And this is also used to treat some skin diseases.
Mukha Lepam
A herbal powder is mixed with cow’s milk and applied on the face. It is kept for one hour and then washed. This is a herbal face pack. This helps to remove wrinkles and black marks, improve the skin tone and imparts a special glow to the face. The powder is a special of the Al Manar Ayurvedic Centre.
Ksheera Dhoomam
Under this, the patients face and neck is steamed with medicated milk. This is very effective in treating facial paralysis and diseases of the sensory organs.
Avagaham
After some oil applications, the patient will be sit in a tub full of hot herbal decoction suitable for patient’s condition. For the diseases of spinal cord, hip and lower back. This is very helpful for gynecological conditions and ano-rectal diseases.
Upanaham
A concoction of herbal pastes and some acidic liquids will be applied on the affected parts. This will be covered with leaves of calotropis, ricinus etc. and a cotton cloth on the top. This will be retained in place for at least 3 hours. This is highly effective for inflammatory joint pains and helps in reducing stiffness of joints and improves mobility of joints.
Agnikarma
Agnikarma is a traditional Ayurvedic heat therapy used to relieve muscle and joint pain. The treatment involves applying controlled heat to specific points using a specially designed metal rod. This technique helps reduce pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural healing process. It is performed by trained practitioners based on the patient’s condition and individual needs.
Vamanam
Virechanam
The effective method of cleaning and evacuation of the bowels through the use of purgative medicines.When the digestive tract is clean and toxic-free, it benefits the entire body system. As a result, the person’s appetite increases, body strength enhances and the person becomes active and buoyant. Thus virechanam also functions as an excellent rejuvenative procedure.
Vasthi (Enema)
Nasyam
Vasthi is the ace amongst all Panchakarma treatments. In simple terms, vasthi means medicated enema. It washes out all your toxins through the digestive tract. It alleviates constipation, distention, chronic fever, the common cold, sexual disorders, kidney stones, piles, backache, and hyper acidity. Rheumatoid and gouty arthritis are also treated by vasthi.
Raktha Moksha
Vasthi is the ace amongst all Panchakarma treatments. In simple terms, vasthi means medicated enema. It washes out all your toxins through the digestive tract. It alleviates constipation, distention, chronic fever, the common cold, sexual disorders, kidney stones, piles, backache, and hyper acidity. Rheumatoid and gouty arthritis are also treated by vasthi.
Akshi Sekam (Eye Wash)
During this therapeutic treatment, a continuous stream of medicated decoctions is applied on the eyes for a soothing, rejuvenating experience. It is highly curative and can assuage the pain of overstressed eyes.
Tarpanam
The highly powerful procedure which rejuvenates the eyes. The paste of gram is applied around the eyes which gives the appearance of a dam. The medicated ghee is then poured in the eyes for a time described according to the diseased condition.
Putapakam
