Most of the therapies done in Ayurveda are helpful in one or the other way. However there are few that will do you good in more than one way. Following are some of them that are taken by many patients from around the world.

• Udwarthanam
  Unlike normal massaging, Udwartham is a dry form of massaging which is done using herbal powders. The powders are massaged in a unique way for more than 30 to 40 minutes everyday for 7 to 28 days. The number of days is decided by the prescribing doctor. It is mainly done to cure obesity and reduce weight. It is also used for lowering high cholesterol and tightening loose skin and muscle.


• Pizhichil
  Pizhichil is a form of massage which is done by 2 or more masseurs. It is a highly specialized treatment in which lukewarm medicated oil is poured on the body of the patient who is made to lie on a platform called ' Dharapathi'. The height from which the oil is poured and the speed of the pour is all calculated and defined. It is a treatment used for remaving all body pains, rheumatism, joint aches etc. Some people also take this treatment only for rejuvenation. The number of days can range from 7 to 21 depending on the ailment.


• Sirodhara
  Sirodhara is probably the most famous of all ayurvedic therapies. In this therapy, medicated oil is poured on your head from a specially designed pot. It is done for around 45 everyday for 7-21 days. The height and speed of the flow is also defined for this treatment. It is a cure for ailments like memory loss, poor mental health, diseases related to ear, eye and mouth.


• Steam Bath
  Unlike the normal steam bath, the steam used in Ayurvedic steam bath uses medicated steam all over the body except on the head. It is a treatment for all body pains, skin diseases, and neurological problems.


• Njavarakizhi
  It is a specialized treatment for Muscular dystrophy, skin problems and for muscle toning. In this process, Njavara rice pudding is applied on the body and the body is allowed to perspire.


• Thakaradhara
  Tharkadhara is a process just like Sirodhara with the difference that it can be done for whole body as well. The whole body process is called Sarvangadhara. It is done by pouring warm medicated buttermilk instead of oil. It is used for ailments like insomnia, depression, and other mental troubles.


• Elakizhi
  This will be something different from all other forms of therapies. In this, the body is massaged by boluses of herbal leaves drenched with warm medicated oil. It is best for curing arthritis and body stiffness.


• Kadidhara
  It is a sedation therapy done by pouring warm liquid extract of cooked fermented grains over the body with nozzled pitcher. This is effective in all rheumatic complaints especially in rheumatoid arthritis.


• Sirovasthi
  This is a treatment for brain strength. In this, a cap, made up of flexible leather will be fixed on the head and slightly warm oil will be poured inside. It is done for around an hour


• Choornaswedam
  In this procedure, the whole body is made to sweat by massaging with herbal powder as boluses tied in cloth. Indicated for neurological disorders, rheumatism and arthritis.

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