1. General Uzhichil

Uzhichil is one of the preparatory treatments for panchakarma. Here, the patient has to sit on a chair in a comfortable position for a gentle head massage. Then he/she has to lie down on the table in a comfortable relaxed position and the therapist will start full body massage in a rhythmic manner. According to the Doshic predominance and constitution the medicated oils may vary.

This massage strengthens the tissues and promotes biological fire and longevity, regenerating and rejuvenating the body. It is especially good for nervous disorders.

'Kalari uzhichil' is one of the preparatory treatments for panchakarma. Here, the patient has to sit on a chair in a comfortable position for a gentle head massage. A special shoulder and spine massage will be done in a specific pressure. Then he/she has to lie down on the table in a comfortable relaxed position and the therapist will start full body massage in a rhythmic manner. According to the Doshic predominance and constitution the medicated oils may vary.

This special massage takes away the stiffness of the body and bestows flexibility and relaxation.
This method strengthens the tissues and promotes biological fire and longevity, regenerating and rejuvenating the body. It is especially good for nervous disorders.

3. Dhathu Pushti Uzhichil

Dhathu pushti uzhichil is one of the key rejuvenation treatments. Here, the patient has to sit on a chair in a comfortable position for a gentle head massage. Then he/she has to lie down on the table in a comfortable relaxed position and two therapists will start full body massage in a rhythmic manner. According to the Doshic predominance and constitution the medicated oil may vary.

This special massage enhances the general circulation of the body and bestows enthusiasm and creativity. This method also strengthens the tissues and promotes biological fire, longevity, regenerating and rejuvenating the body. It is especially good for tiredness.

This is a special art of uzhichil in which the masseur does the uzhichil with one foot by balancing with a rope hanging on the roof. Here the person has to lie down on the bed, which is spread on the floor in a comfortable relaxed position. Therapists then administer full body massage in a rhythmic manner with his/her foot. According to the Doshic predominance and constitution the medicated oil may vary.

Udvarthanam means Powder massage. The main aim of it is to reduce fat.

Here some medicated powder will be rubbed on the body in upward direction. The purpose of this treatment is to burn down the fat. This particular treatment cleanses the skin and gives nourishment to it. This treatment helps to drain out lymph, increases fat metabolism and reduces cellulite. The patient may feel some irritation while doing the treatment due to the friction of powder with the body, and feedback to the masseur is necessary.

Pizhichil is one of the preparatory treatments for panchakarma .It consists of both oleation (oiling)and sudation(sweating). It is a process by which the body is made to perspire by means of pouring warm medicated oil from a certain height in a rhythmic manner and is rubbed into the body in seven different postures for a certain period of 7 to 21 days. According to the Doshic predominance and constitution the medicated oil may vary.

Due to the osmotic pressure and the temperature of the medicated oil, the medicinal part of the oil is absorbed through skin pores and some of the accumulated toxins get melted and thrown out as sweat, the remaining parts ultimately reaching the alimentary tract. From there later, Virechana {purgation} and Vasthy {enema} can clean them out..
This method strengthens the tissues and promotes biological fire and longevity, regenerating and rejuvenating the body. It is especially good for vatha disorders like paralysis, hemiplegia, sexual weakness and other nervous disorders.

During the course of Pizhichil, the patient may feel tired because this particular treatment is much deeper and a lot of energy is consumed for treatment. The patient may experience ups and downs in energy levels and the body will exhibit other symptoms which usually subside after a couple of days

7. Dasamoola Ksheera Dhara

Dasamoolaksheera dhara is one of the important treatments among Kerala special treatments.
It is a process by which the body is made to perspire by means of pouring warm medicated milk with a special vessel from a certain height in a rhythmic manner and is rubbed into the body in seven different postures for a certain period of 7 to 21 days.
This method strengthens the tissues, nourishes the skin and promotes longevity, and also rejuvenates the body. It is especially good for vatha pitta disorders.

As with Pizhichil, the patient may find ups and downs in energy level.

Kayasekam is a sweating treatment, using both oilation and sudation. It is a process by which the body is made to perspire by means of pouring warm medicated oil with a special vessel from a certain height in a rhythmic manner. The oil is then rubbed into the body. According to Doshic predominance and constitution the medicated oil may vary.
Due to the osmotic pressure and the temperature of the medicated oil, the medicinal part of the oil is absorbed through skin pores and accumulated toxins get melted and thrown out as sweat. This method strengthens the tissues and promotes biological fire and longevity, regenerating and rejuvenating the body. It is especially good for vatha disorders like paralysis, hemiplegia, sexual weakness and other nervous disorders.

Sirodhara is one of the important treatments in Rejuvenation Therapy.
'Siras' means head and 'Dhara' means continuous flow. Here. the patient is made to lie down on the massage table. A small piece of cloth is tied gently over the eyebrow in order to prevent the leakage of oil to the eyes. Then, medicated liquids like herbal oils, buttermilk, milk etc (which are prescribed by the doctors according to the condition) are poured on the forehead from a certain height and oscillated from one side to other in a specified manner. From time to time, a smooth gentle massage is given to the head.
This particular treatment is highly beneficial in driving away mental tension. It regulates hormonal imbalances by activating the hypothalamus of the brain, It enhances the circulation in the brain and helps to improve the vital capacity of brain cells. It strengthens the nervous system and bestows a long healthy life.

Sirovasthi is the term applied to the process of allowing medicated oil to remain on the head for a prescribed time. This is highly beneficial for facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils and throat, certain varieties of cataracts and headache, cases of insanity, dullness and weakness of brain functioning and many other diseases of head, ears, eyes and nose. The patient is prepared for the treatment through snehana and swedana..

Lukewarm herbal oil is poured in to a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day according to the condition for a prescribed duration.

Njavara kizhi is one of the most important among our special treatments. Here, the whole body is made to perspire by the application of certain medicated rice puddings externally in the form of boluses tied up in a muslin bag. 'Njavara' is name of the special nourishing rice we use for Niavarakizhi. This method of treatment has been prevalent in Kerala from time immemorial.
The patient is made to lie down on the table in a comfortable position. External oleation is done before starting the rice pudding treatment. The rice pudding boluses are dipped in medicated warm milk and then applied to the body. The temperature will vary depending on the tolerance capacity of the person and is done in seven different postures. Again, there will be an oil application after the main treatment.
This treatment makes the body supple and removes stiffness. It is highly beneficial in emaciation of limbs, rheumatism and joint pains. It clears the obstructions, improves blood circulation, removes waste from the body, improves complexion and restores vigor. It prevents excessive sleep while promoting sound sleep. It makes entire body strong, sturdy and well developed. It sharpens the senses and it slows down the ageing process.

"Podi" means "Powder" and "kizhi" means "pouch"

In this treatment, the patient has to lie in a comfortable position. External oleation is done before starting. A pouch with herbal powder is dipped in medicated oil and then applied to the body. The temperature will vary depending on the tolerance of the person. The main treatment is followed by an oil application.

"Dhanyam" means "Grains" and "kizhi" means "pouch.".

This particular treatment drives away the stiffness of the body. Here the patient is made to lie in a comfortable position. External oleation is done before starting the treatment. A pouch with processed grains is then dipped in medicated oil and applied to the body. Again, there will be an oil application after the main treatment.

14. Narangakizhi

"Naranga" means "lemon" and "kizhi" means, "pouch".

The person has to lie down in a comfortable position. External oleation is done before starting the treatment. A cloth pouch with lemon and herbs is dipped in medicated oils and then applied on the body.

'Ela' means 'leaves' 'Kizhi' means 'pouch'

After the external oleation, the person has to lie down in a comfortable position. The pouch with leaves and herbs will be dipped in the medicated oil and then it will be applied on the body. The temperature will vary depending up on the tolerance capacity of the person. Again there will be an oil application after the main treatment.

There are a range of special localized treatments for stiffness, pain, wastage of tissues, Nerve pinching etc.
A special herbal paste boundary is prepared and kept on the affected area, which is filled with special medicated Oil/ghee/extracts for a prescribed time and temperature.

This particular treatment if it is done on the lower back is known as Kadivasthi.

When it is doing on chest, it is called Urovasthi ,on the knees ,it is called Janu vasthi and around the eyes, it is called Tharpanam.