Kerala Ayurvedic Therapies

अभ्यङ्गम् (Synchronized Body Massage)

Classical full-body warm herbal oil therapy administered in rhythmic, synchronized strokes to support joint mobility and nourish body tissues.

Formulations: Dhanwantharam Thailam, Mahanarayana Thailam, Bala Ashwagandhadi Thailam

पत्रपिण्ड स्वेद (Herbal Leaf Poultice Therapy)

Heated boluses packed with 12+ fresh medicinal leaves and herbal powders dipped in warm medicated oils applied rhythmically over painful joints.

Formulations: Kottamchukkadi Thailam, Sahacharadi Thailam, Murivenna

चूर्णपिण्ड स्वेद (Medicinal Herbal Powder Bolus)

Therapeutic fomentation with warm herbal leaves or medicinal powders tied in linen boluses, helping soothe stiff joints and localized discomfort.

Formulations: Kottamchukkadi Choornam, Kolakulathadi Choornam, Dhanwantharam

कटि बस्ति (Spine & Disc Restoration)

A therapeutic reservoir of warm medicated oil retained over the lumbosacral spinal region within a specially molded herbal dough ring.

Formulations: Sahacharadi Kuzhambu, Murivenna, Ksheerabala Thailam

नस्यम् (Cranial Nasal Purification)

Administration of medicated herbal oils or extracts through the nostrils, helping maintain sinus clarity and upper respiratory comfort.

Formulations: Anu Thailam, Shadbindu Thailam, Ksheerabala 101

जानु बस्ति (Knee Joint Preservation)

Localized warm medicated oil pooling over the knee joint to regenerate synovial fluid, ease friction, and relieve osteoarthritis.

Formulations: Mahanarayana Thailam, Dhanwantharam Kuzhambu

शिरोबस्ति (Cranial Oil Reservoir)

A classical cranial therapy where warm medicated oil is retained over the scalp inside a fitted leather cap for specialized neurological care.

Formulations: Ksheerabala 101, Balathailam, Dhanwantharam Thailam

शिरोलेप (Medicinal Scalp Paste Mask)

A cooling medicinal herbal paste applied over the scalp and wrapped in banana leaves, known to soothe mental tension and stress.

Formulations: Amalaki Churna, Brahmi, Medicated Buttermilk (Takra)

पिऴिच्चिल् (Royal Warm Oil Squeeze Therapy)

Continuous streams of warm medicated herbal oil poured over the entire body while simultaneously massaging, celebrated as the royal therapy.

Formulations: Dhanwantharam Thailam, Sahacharadi Thailam, Mahamasha Thailam

षष्टिकशालि पिण्ड स्वेद (Medicinal Rice Bolus Therapy)

Application of boluses filled with special Shashtika rice cooked in herbal decoction and milk, aiding muscle strength and tissue nourishment.

Formulations: Bala Decoction, Cow Milk, Shashtika Rice, Ksheerabala Thailam

उद्वर्तनम् (Herbal Dry Powder Exfoliation)

Upward vigorous massage using warm herbal medicinal powders, helping support healthy metabolism and lymphatic circulation.

Formulations: Triphala Churna, Kolakulathadi Churna, Kottamchukkadi Churna

बाष्प स्वेद (Herbal Chamber Sudation)

Gentle medicated herbal steam in a traditional wooden box with head positioned outside, assisting detoxification and pore cleansing.

Formulations: Dashamoola Kwatha, Nirgundi Decoction