AYURVEDA is the science of life- AYU means LIFE, VEDA means KNOWLEGE. It is the ancient system of medicine which originated 5000 years ago. This system is time tested with proven efficiency in healthcare and diseases. In Ayurveda the treatments are divided into two types.
I) Shodhana and II) Shamana.
SHODHANA consists of five purification procedures and hence it is called PANCHAKARMA.
SHAMANA consists of the rejuvenation through internal medicines, exercises and treatments. Human body like this universe is formed out of five elements and they are called PANCHAMAHABHUTAS & seven tissues called SAPTHA DHATHUS.
PANCHAMAHABHUTAS
AIR, ETHER - VATHA, FIRE - PITHA - TRIDOSHA, WATER - KAPHA, EARTH
SAPTHA DHATHUS
Rasa (Blood Plasma), Raktha (Blood), Mamsa (Muscle), Medas (Fat), Asthi (Bone), Majja (Bone Marrow), Sukla (Semen or Ovam)
These 3 doshas are present in every human body in different proportions and it is called Dosha prakruty or body types. The assessment of prakruthy is important in Ayurveda treatments. All the medicines, diets, internal medicines can be prescribed after considering these Tridoshas. CHERAI BEACH RESORTS is providing holistic authentic traditional ayurvedic treatments at our govt. approved green leaf accredited Ayurveda centre called AYURMANA SPA.
These therapies arc systematically scheduled for protecting the body from overheating during summer. Therapies are done traditionally with buttermilk and other herbs to replenish the skin and to cool the bio rhythm.
Ancient writings outline the monsoon season is the best season for Panchakarma treatments. This has diverse reasons: Climatic changes affect body and mind.
Our skin pores open up faster due to the high humidity during monsoon. This causes the skin to absorb the Ayurvedic oil better.
In Malayalam era, "KARKIDAKA" is the most challenging month of the year in terms of immunity, physical spiritual and mental health. It is a traditional treatment method followed in Kerala during monsoon season since ancient times.
A medicated rice preparation (porridge) known as "KARKIDAKA KANJI" is also prepared and served to boost the effect of the therapies which improves the immunity and to prevent diseases during karkidaka month.
(80 Min Deep Full Body Massage + 10 Min Steam Bath + Medicated Shower)
(60 Min Full Body Massage + 30 Min Shirodhara + Medicated Shower)
(50 Min Full Body Massage + 30 Min Elakizhi + 10 Min Steam Bath + Medicated Shower)
(40 Min Full Body Massage + 30 Min Powder Massage & Scrub + 20 Min Medicated Milk Bath)
(45 Min Full Body Massage + 10 Min Steam Bath)
(60 Min Full Body Massage + 10 Min Steam Bath)
(70 Min Full Body Massage + 10 Min Steam Bath)
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(20 Min + Optional 10 Min Face Massage)
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(30 Min Massage)
(40 Min Full Body Massage + 30 Min Shirodhara)
(40 Min Full Body Massage + 30 Min Ilakizhi)
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(60 Min Full Body Powder Massage)
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(20 Min Steam Bath)
It is a unique classical ayurvedic treatment which originated in Kerala. A treatment in which continuous, steady stream of medicated milk / oil / buttermilk is poured on the forehead in a rhythmic manner. This is done only after head massage with oil. Useful in relieving stress, insomnia, hair problems such as dandruff, alopecia and psychological disorders.
Kizhi is a form of massage in which pouches are prepared by medicinal powders/herbal leaves/steamed rice. Each one of the ingredients is prescribed by the doctor. Duration is important in this massage. It is effective in neuromuscular diseases and obesity.
This massage gives relaxation to the body, relieves stress and brings total calmness to the mind as in meditation. Nowadays stress has become a part of daily life, this massage seems really a boon. It helps to relieve muscle pains and sprains, headache, sleep disturbances and discomforts of jetlag.
Mainly for cosmetic purpose, a perfect blend of Ayurveda and natural medicine. ayurvedic powders are used for the massage. Medicated milk bath, special ayurvedic body pack and body scrubs are also a part of this massage. This increases the skin glow and keeps it healthy, soft, cleanses the tissues and removes dead cells. This massage is mostly recommended for the ladies.
This is a special facial which includes cleansing, toning and moisturizing. Complete herbal products are used and Ayurveda face pack is also a part of this. Fruits, leaves and vegetable pulp and small pouches are applied on the face. It improves complexion and effective in black marks of pimples. It vitalizes facial skin and makes it look much younger.
It is one among the Ayurveda panchakarma therapies indicated in purification of the upper part of the body. Nose is considered as the passage to brain so the nasal drops will easily get absorbed through the mucosa and its effect reaches up to the brain. In this treatment 3-10 drops of medicated oil or herbal leaf juices are applied in the nostrils after steam inhalation. This therapy is effective in facial paralysis, sinusitis, migraine, heaviness in the head, nasal congestion, improves the smell perception and helps to clear the sinus.
A dry powder massage with special herbal powder, done like a scrub for the exfoliation. It breaks cellulites, depletes the fat metabolism, strengthen the muscles, removes impurities and dead cells of the skin and improves circulation.
It is a deep tissue massage, which relieves pain, swelling, relaxes the muscles, gives a strong feel to the body, vitalizes the internal organs and helps to maintain the immunity of the body. It gives a special glow to the skin and body becomes softer and younger.
Head is considered as the supreme part of our body and is the seat of all the sense organs. So head massage has an important role in stimulating all the senses and it gives quick relaxation to our mind and body. It is helpful in relieving stress, cures insomnia, tension and headaches.
This massage therapy is done specifically below the knee or any part of the body. It is believed that the nerve endings of each organ of the body are under the feet. So feet massage has special effects on the whole body.
A body massage for the children with gentle care. Special medicated oil described for children are used in this massage and lukewarm medicated water bath is followed. It restores moisture in the body and strengthens bones and nourishes the body.