AYURVEDIC TREATMENTS
Ayurveda prescribes various treatments for different medical conditions such as rheumatism, respiratory problems, blood pressure, cholesterol, paralysis, etc. This medical system is special in the sense that it uses only natural ingredients that act without any side effects but at the same time are highly curative. Some of these treatments offered by Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort are:

PIZHICHIL
Pizhichil is a special massage that involves the entire body and that is particularly effective for rheumatism like arthritis, paralysis, sexual weakness, nervous weakness, nervous disorders, etc. In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied over everything the body from 2-4 therapists trained in a special rhythmic way, continuously for about 60-90 minutes a day for 7-21 days.

NJAVARAKIZHI
Njavarakizhi is carried out by 2-4 therapists for around 60-90 minutes a day for a period of 14 days. Njavarakizhi is basically a process of sweating, in which the whole body or specific parts sweat with the external application of certain medical "puddings" tied in muslin bags. Rheumatism, joint pain, limb decay, high blood pressure, cholesterol and some types of skin diseases are disorders that find particular benefit with the treatment of njavarakizhi.

DHARA
The ayurvedic treatment Dhara (which means 'flow') consists in gushing the oils of herbs, milk and medicated butter on the forehead for about 45 minutes a day for 7-21 days. This treatment is mainly for insomnia, mental tension, headaches caused by Pitha dominance, menopause problems and certain skin problems.
            
Dashamoola Ksheera Dhara - the medicated milk is poured throughout the body and the head from a special vessel placed at a certain height in a rhythmic manner. This treatment is indicated for insomnia, mental tensions, headaches due to Pitha dominance, menopause problems, etc.

Sarvanga Kashaya Dhara - This treatment is a kind of sweating therapy with decoctions of herbs. In this process, the body is made to sweat by pouring a hot decoction of special herbs from a special pot placed at a certain height. It is rubbed on the body in a rhythmic way. This method removes 'ama' or toxins from the tissues and promotes fat metabolism, removes tension from the muscles and is also therapeutic for pain and stiffness in the joints and muscles, fibromyalgia, etc.

VASTHI
Vasthi is the treatment for arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness, gastric disorders associated with rheumatism and constipation. The process involves the application of some herbal remedies oils, herbs etc. extracts, through the rectum every day for a period of 5 to 25 days.

SIROVASTHI
Sirovasthi consists pouring some lukewarm herbal oils into a cap mounted on the patient's head. This occurs 15-60 minutes each day for a period of 7 days or depending on the patient's condition. This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, dryness of the nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, and other Vatha disease origin.

UDVARTHANAM
Udvarthanam is an Ayurvedic treatment for diseases such as hemiplegia, paralysis, obesity (excess fat) and some rheumatic diseases. This is a typical herbal powder massage for about 30-45 minutes a day for a period of 14-28 days.

ABHYANGAM
As a solution to obesity, especially for diabetic gangrene, Somatheeram provides an Ayurvedic treatment called Abhyangam. It is a special type of massage with oil with rhythmic brush strokes depending on the nature of the diseases for 45 minutes a day for 14 days.

NASYAM
Headaches, paralysis, mental disorders, certain types of skin diseases, etc. are treated in Ayurveda through the procedure called Nasyam. This special treatment involves the application of certain herbal juices, medicated oils, etc. through the nose for 7-14 days.

SNEHAPANAM
Snehapanam is the treatment for osteoarthritis, psoriasis, leukemia etc. This treatment involves taking medicated ghee (butter) daily, the amount of which is increased proportionally for 8-12 days.

KIZHI
Kizhi is an ayurvedic treatment for osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondilosis, sports injuries, etc. The process involves applying herbal and herb leaves and herbal powders to the whole body in hot boluses with medicated oils for 45 minutes a day for a period of 7 to 14 days.

DHANYAMALA DHARA
Dhanyamla Dhara Ayurvedic treatment is done for patients suffering from hemiplegia, paralysis, rheumatic disorders, etc. The process involves pouring hot herbal fluid all over the body in a rhythmic way through a special vessel for 45 minutes to 1 hour a day.

YONI PRAKSHALANAM
Yoni Prakshalanam is a treatment procedure for the treatment of gynecological diseases and for the purification of the genital organs. In this process, oils and herbal decoctions are applied through the vaginal pathway.

KATIVASTHI
Through the treatment called Kativasthi, an effective intervention is provided for all types of back pain and spinal disorders. In this process, specially prepared hot medicated oil is kept over the lower back with herbal dough garnish. This treatment lasts 45 minutes to 1 hour.

UROVASTHI
Urovasthi is another Ayurvedic treatment in which hot medicated oil is poured on the chest for 45 minutes. This is an effective treatment for asthma, other respiratory problems, heart disease and muscular chest pains.

KSHEERADHOOMAM
It is prescribed for the treatment of facial paralysis, Bell's palsy, speech disorders and other nervous disorders of the face. The treatment procedure consists of fomento with cow's milk which is specially medicated.

THALAMENT
isomnia, and migraine problems are treated with the procedure called Thalam. For this operation, special powder mixed with medicated oil is applied to the head for 20 to 45 minutes.

LEPANAM
For patients suffering from various inflammatory conditions, Somatheeram prescribes this treatment. This treatment involves the application of herbal paste based on the affected area.

MARMA MASSAGE
Help patients reach the balance of Vatha, Pitha and Kapha. This treatment helps to strengthen muscles and ligaments, as well as relieve old trauma and injuries from sports, dance and martial arts.

LEKHANEEYAM
This Ayurvedic treatment is the solution for obesity, cellulite and to tone muscles and skin. A really special herbal paste is massaged on the body upwards.

THARPANAM
Tharpanam is a special Ayurvedic eye treatment. This is basically a cleaning process for the eyes, which gives a cooling effect, prevents eye diseases and strengthens the optic nerve.

MUKHALEPAM
With the Mukhalepam treatment, it gives skin tones and visibly reduces wrinkles. Mukhalepam is essentially a herbal pack specially made of herbal powder and fresh cream. This is also a good treatment for the eyes.

KARNAPOORANAM
Patients suffering from various disorders associated with the ear are indicated in the treatment called Karnapooranam. This is the process by which medicated vapors are applied to the ears for 5-10 minutes. It also helps keep your ears clean and healthy.

MEDICATED STEAM BATH
Subjected to a medicated steam bath, it helps to eliminate impurities from the body, to improve the tone of the body, to reduce fats and to cure certain skin diseases. Some precious leaves herbs and herbs are boiled and the steam is passed over the whole body for 10 to 20 minutes.

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