There are a large spectrum of treatments available in Ayurveda. In order to maintain a state of equilibrium, certain Therapies have been designed to increase the suppleness of the body and relax the nervous system. However, a treatment plan is tailor made for a specific individual based on their constitution. Ayurveda has also set in place very effective and systematic approaches to treat various conditions and diseases.
Kati Basti
If you want to relieve any lower back tension, Kati Basti is for you. This specialized therapy relieves and nourishes the lower back using herbal oils or ghee. After a gentle Ayurvedic oil therapy on the lower back, specially prepared warm herbal oil is poured over the lumbosacral area and retained inside a dam made out of dough. The hot medicated oils helps melt lower spine rigidity and strengthen your bone tissue. The word Kati stands for low back or waist and basti, for containing or retaining something inside. Katibasti is an Ayurvedic lumbo-sacral rejuvenation therapy using hot oil or herbal decoctions.
Benefits of Kati Basti
- Increases the circulation in the region, as the herbal oil gets deeply absorbed into the skin, and both nourishes and strengthens the muscles and nerves
- Pacifies one of the primary sites of Vata, relieving pain, soreness, and tension and restoring flexibility
- Relieves chronic lower backaches and painful muscle spasms, stiffness, and degenerative problems
- Deeply purifies and improves blood circulation around the lumbosacral area
- Removes rigidity and tightness of muscles around the lumbosacral region
- It nourishes and strengthens the bone, connective tissues and nerves of the lumbosacral region
45 minutes Cost: $135
Janu Basti
The knee joint is called Janu Sandhi in Sanskrit. Thus, the name Janu Basti is given to the Ayurvedic procedure performed on knee joints. In this procedure, the knee joint is bathed with warm medicated oil or freshly prepared herbal decoction. The person is made to lie on their back on the massage table (dhroni). A reservoir made of dough is built upon the knee joint. the dough ring is made to cover the knee joint. After ensuring the ring is leakproof, the lukewarm medicated oil or herbal decoction is slowly poured into the dough dam. When the cools down is removed with a cotton gauge and warm oil is again administered. At the end of the procedure, the ring is removed and the effected area is gently massaged followed by a short rest period.
Benefits of Janu Basti Therapy
- Removes stiffness and pain in the knee joint
- Restores the lubricating fluid in the knee joint and strengthens the bones, ligaments and cartilage
- protects the knee joints from age related changes
- increases circulation in the joints which enables quicker healing from injuries
- Improves the mobility of the joints.
Janu Basti is indicated in the following conditions:
- Osteoarthritis in the knee joints
- Osteoporosis
- Arthrosis of knee joint
- Chronic pain of the knee joint
45 mins Cost: $135
Abhyanga - Holistic Healing & Detox Massage
Abhyanga is an ancient Indian Ayurvedic oil massage therapy for healing and detoxifying the Body, Mind and Spirit. This ayurvedic detox and stress reduction therapy is performed with herbal oils. It incorporates an aromatic combination of oils prepared with herbal oils warmed and blended to your dosha type. A variety of Ayurvedic techniques is applied to work along the energy channels of your body in a synchronized manner to restore the flow of vital energy, Prana, where it has become blocked. Lymphatic stimulation with ayurvedic herbal oils help squeeze out toxic accumulation from channels. Hence it is a DETOXIFYING therapy. Warm oil is the best remedy for Vata which is the primary dosha that is responsible for a healthy body and mind, performing an Abhyanga initiates deep healing within cells. Hence it is one of the most popular therapies in Ayurveda.
Please note : Abhyanga Herbal Oil Therapy is NOT a massage therapy. It differs from Western massage. Ayurvedic oil Massage therapy is a holistic healing and complementary medicinal program and NOT a conventional massage, oils are applied to detox physical toxins, mental toxins and emotional toxins and also for pacifying aggravated doshas (due to a hectic and stressful lifestyle and improper foods/food habits) which is the root cause of imbalance.
Abhyanga is an Ayurvedic external therapy which includes the use of aromatic herbal oils. It is a holistic treatment also meant to nourish the body with healing touch and warmed oil, and certainly promotes healthy circulation and joints. This treatment is very balancing and is excellent for detoxifying the body.
Abhyanga is NOT only therapeutic to the muscle tissue, but also penetrates into deeper tissues. Warm oils deeply penetrate cells and works to release deep seated toxins, hence it is detoxifying as well as healing on a cellular level. The stress is removed from the root, promoting self healing of cells.
Every oil therapy uses USDA organic oils and herbs which are carefully selected and customized for you. These herbal infused oils focus on detoxifying your body and eliminating what is known as "ama" or stored-up cellular waste.
Benefits of Abhyanga
- Nourishes mind and body
- Rejuvenates the whole body
- Increases longevity
- Delays aging
- Relives fatigue
- Builds stamina
- Promotes deeper sleep
- Enhances complexion and luster of skin.
- Detoxifies the body
- Helps you avoid stress and enjoy a brightness of the senses (Balance body, mind and spirit.)
- Prevents stiffness of muscles
- Corrects digestion and blood pressure, which enables a restful sleep
60 minutes Cost: $ 140 (Includes Ayurvedic Oil Massage 50 min + Herbal Steam -10 mins)
Please note - Oil is generously applied during an Abhyanga session. Please do not plan social events or outdoor events after your Ayurveda session. Try to rest and stay indoors. Also, it is recommended to keep oil on for a minimum of 2 hours (ideally 24 hours) on the body as it continues to heal cells after the therapy.
Shirodhara - Nervous system relaxant and third eye therapy
Experience the divine ancient Ayurvedic ritual to rest and calm the mind - Shirodhara. A steady flow of warm oil onto the forehead stimulates the pituitary gland, or "third-eye." This is one of the most divine therapies, awakening your body’s intuitive knowledge. "Shiro," means head, and "dhara" is the continuous flow of a liquid. In this process, warm herbal oils, milk or buttermilk, or decoctions are poured in a slow steady stream on your forehead. This treatment is profoundly relaxing, nourishing. It will improve your mental clarity and comprehension.
Benefits of Shirodhara
- Stimulates the 3rd eye and crown chakras, and awakens intuition and inner wisdom
- Relieves stress, anxiety, depression, and insomnia through natural serotonin, dopamine, and melatonin release
- Helps mental focus and concentration
- Balances VATA DOSHA
- Works on the cerebral system, helps to relax the nervous system, and balances the 'Praan Vaayu' (life force energy) around the head
- Improves the sensitivity of five senses
- Reduces and relieves migraine headaches
- Decreases hair loss and fatigue and makes one calm and refreshed
- Deeply relaxes mind and body
- Releases negative emotions and thought patterns.
- Improves sleep patterns
- Rejuvenates the entire face and softens worry lines
- Heightens the senses
- Increases spiritual awareness
- Pacifies vata reducing anxiety, restlessness, irritability, nervousness, fear & excessive thinking
- Improves mental focus and concentration.
45 minutes Cost: $105
Please note - Shirodhara session makes hair VERY oily. Please do not plan social events or outdoor events after your session. Try to rest, staying indoors. You may shower after 2 hours after shirodhara to remove oil from hair as it is recommended to keep oil on the body for a minimum of 2 hours (ideally 24 hours) as it continues to heal cells after the therapy.
Udwarthanam (Powder massage)
This is a deep and dry massage using herbal powders. Unlike other massage techniques, Udwarthana is performed against the course of hair follicles and towards the direction of the heart. This procedure helps in the stimulation of the adipose tissue, hence resulting in the breakdown of unwanted fat from the body. This is an ideal treatment for managing high cholesterol, obesity or individuals who desire to lose weight. Udwarthanam helps impart mobility to the joints, strengthens the muscles and refreshes the body. It has shown to be very successful in weight loss programs.
35 mins Cost: $75
Podikkizhi (Choorna Swedam)
Podikizhi is a very relaxing massage performed with herbal powder made from a potent mixture of rejuvenating herbs. Different herbs are powdered and are wrapped in a wool cloth (kizhi). It is then warmed in a pan with the help of medicated oils. This massage is done to the patient lying on a thoni (A specially designed table to do panchakarma procedures), and the bolus is gently massaged on different parts of the body for around 45 minutes. This treatment is useful in the treatment of osteoarthritis, spondylosis, muscular cramps, obesity, swelling, diabetes, and low back pain.
45 mins Cost: $85
Podikizhi is a very relaxing massage performed with herbal powder made from a potent mixture of rejuvenating herbs. Different herbs are powdered and are wrapped in a wool cloth (kizhi). It is then warmed in a pan with the help of medicated oils. This massage is done to the patient lying on a thoni (A specially designed table to do panchakarma procedures), and the bolus is gently massaged on different parts of the body for around 45 minutes. This treatment is useful in the treatment of osteoarthritis, spondylosis, muscular cramps, obesity, swelling, diabetes, and low back pain.
45 mins Cost: $85
Nasya
Nasya is a great treatment for any pain or discomfort in the shoulders, neck, face and head (e.g. sore neck/shoulders, headaches, allergies, congestion, loss of smell, sneezing, sinusitis) The face, shoulders and chest are massaged with a specific herbal oil. The Herbal oil is then measured and administered into the nostrils, while inhaling. After this process, the area around the nose, chest and palms are massaged vigorously. This Ayurvedic therapy can provide a miraculous remedy for congestion, allergies, sinusitis, headaches, migraine, rhinitis and other nasal infections. This therapy will cleanse, purify and strengthen the nasal passages allowing you to breathe fully and easily again.
25 mins Cost: $65
