Uzhichil or body massage is a staple in Ayurveda treatment but it gained popularity largely through the medium of Kalari chikitsa [treatment that is part of training in Kalaripayattu, the martial art of Kerala]. Three forms of massage are prevalent in the Kalari chikitsa system – enna thechu pidipikkal or oil massage, kai uzhichil or massage using hands, and chavitti uzhichil or massage using feet.

In Dhara therapy, medicated oil is steadily poured on the affected body part of the patient at a prescribed rate. There are different types of Dharas, each of which cures a different health issue. The herbal oil mixture used in each is also different. The method of treatment is chosen based on the nature of the illness.Dhara is generally administered over a period of seven to fourteen days.

There are many varieties of Kizhi in Ayurveda and the name is given based on the ingredients tied within the poultice. The main ingredient in this Kizhi is Navara rice. Navara is a medicinal variety of rice from Kerala which is harvested in 60 days and is used exclusively for treatments in Ayurveda. The Navara rice is cooked in a mixture of cow’s milk and herbal decoctions and tied in the poultice.

Sirovasthi is a productive treatment in Ayurveda for nervous system disorders. This treatment is known as crown of calm. The therapy includes retaining warm herbal oil on the head for a certain period of time. The herbal oil is a mixture of gingelly oil, castor oil, ghee, milk, and various other herbal extracts, all these herbs and oil are boiled together in certain way so as to extract their full medicinal properties.

Pizhichil means “to squeeze.” By combining oil and heat therapy, Pizhichil is used to enhance blood circulation and simultaneously release toxins from the body. It is one of the major parts of Panchakarma in Ayurveda.Pizhichil is a beautiful unification of two classic Ayurvedic treatments called “Snehana” and “Swedana.” Snehana is an oil massage and Swedana induces fomentation and sweat.

Nasyam is an ayurvedic treatment which aimed at purifying the head region and nasal passages thereby eliminating Headaches, Migraine and Sinus related disorders. The entry point of nasyam treatment are the nostrils which are considered as the doorway to t brain. The head, neck, chest are massaged with medicated oils for relaxation. The sole, shoulder, neck and palm are gently massaged after that.

Abhyanga is a type of massage performed with oil, often warmed between the palms before application, that you practice on yourself or receive as a therapy. This seems fitting, because that’s exactly what you’re doing when you take the time to mindfully, slowly massage warm oil into your skin.Abhyanga is something that [may help] us overcome daily mental and physical wear-and-tear.

The treatments that are recommended for both types are dry cupping for cold ziabetes and wet cupping for warm ziabetes. In addition, according to scientific studies, dry cupping and wet cupping have been recommended for diabetes treatment.In addition, according to scientific studies, dry cupping and wet cupping have been recommended for diabetes treatment.

Acupressure is an ancient form of massage that is one of the treatment methods used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The goal of acupressure (as well as other Chinese Medicine treatments), is to encourage the movement of qi ("life energy") through the 14 channels (meridians) inside the body. These are the same energy meridians and acupoints as those targeted with acupuncture

Sujok can relieve symptoms as quickly as immediately, depending on the issue. Headaches, menstrual cramps and many other common minor ailments can be aided with Sujok in no time at all. This is one of its greatest benefits: safe, fast relief.Pressure in Sujok is usually applied using the hands or acupressure tools such as blunt acu sticks and even blunt needles.