Kerala is known worldwide for its classical Ayurvedic therapies. Here is what each one involves, in plain English. Therapies are not booked individually; your doctor selects them for your programme.
A full-body massage with warm herbal oils, often by two therapists in synchronised strokes. Relaxes muscles and nourishes the skin.
A continuous stream of warm medicated oil poured over the forehead. Known for calming the mindand supporting sleep.
A cooling paste of herbs applied to the scalp and wrapped with leaves.
Warm cloth bundles of medicinal leaves, dipped in oil and pressed over the body.
Bundles of Njavara rice cooked in milk and herbs, massaged over the body to nourish and
strengthen.
A brisk massage with dry herbal powders, against the direction of hair growth. Stimulates circulation and exfoliates.
Herbal oil drops through the nostrils to clear the head, sinuses and senses.
Measured doses of medicated ghee taken over several days to prepare the body for cleansing.
Therapeutic purgation to clear excess Pitta and cleanse the digestive tract.
Steam infused with herbs to open the pores and ease stiffness.
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