Which Ayurveda hospital in Kottayam offers Panchakarma therapies like Shirodhara and Vasti?

Kooplicat Ayurveda Hospital in Kottayam, a NABH accredited and CGHS empanelled facility, offers a full range of Panchakarma therapies including Shiro Dhara, Sarvanga Dhara (Pizhichil), Nasya Karma, Vasti Karma, Vamana Karma, and Virechana, administered by qualified Ayurveda physicians.

What is Shirodhara and where can I get it done in Kottayam?

Shirodhara is an Ayurvedic therapy where medicated oils, decoctions, milk, or buttermilk are poured in a steady stream over the forehead to relieve stress, headaches, and support sleep. Kooplicat Ayurveda Hospital in Kottayam offers several forms of Shirodhara, including Shiro Taila Dhara, Shiro Ksheeradhara, and Shiro Kashaya Dhara.

Panchakarma & Ayurvedic Therapies in Kerala

Shiro Dhara

An Ayurvedic treatment procedure where medicated oils/ kashayas/ buttermilk and milk are poured in stream over the forehead of the health seeker in a systematic way maintaining a specific heat , rhythm and temperature for a stipulated period of time.

Benefits of Shirodhara

It prevents head ache
It helps in inducing good sleep
It provides happiness and pleasantness of mind
Relieves stress and anxiety
Establishes the normalcy of digestive fire and corrects metabolism

Shiro Kashaya Dhara

A specialized Ayurvedic therapy where a stream of medicated decoction is poured over the forehead to restore the functional aspects of Endocrine, Nervous and Integumentary system.

Indications: Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis, Pigmentation, Diabetes, Hypertension, Migraine, Hair fall, Dandruff.

Shiro Ksheeradhara

A procedure in which a stream of medicated milk is poured over the forehead, aiming to restore the functional aspects of the Endocrine and Nervous systems.

Indications: Skin diseases, Anxiety, Depression, Headaches, Stress, Visual errors, Infertility, Alopecia, PCOD, Tinnitus, Hair fall.

Shiro Taila Dhara

A procedure in which medicated oil is continuously poured over forehead. It is a skillful healing technique that manipulates cerebral circulation, function, and state of consciousness.

Benefits: Nourishes brain tissues, stabilizes mental function, improves memory, and promotes sound sleep.

Shiro Takra Dhara

A process in which medicated buttermilk is poured over the forehead to treat ailments like anxiety, skin diseases, diabetes, hypertension, and various types of headaches.

Benefits: Removes stress, relaxes mind, improves neuro-muscular conduction, and soothes the nerves.

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Talapothichil

Thalapothichil is a specialized Ayurvedic procedure, where the specified medicated paste is applied on the scalp with specific thickness and for a specific period of time. It can have a cooling and calming effect on the head as well as activate the marma points.

Benefits

Relaxes and rejuvenate the mind and sense organs
Nourishes the brain hence promotes intellect
It helps to bring mental calmness and induces good sleep
It nourishes the hair roots and makes the hair soft and glossy

Indications

Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, Autism, Schizophrenia, Hair fall, Dandruff, Hypertension.

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Padashuddhi Krama

Padashuddhi krama is an ancient and unique Ayurvedic Reflexology massage aimed at calming and relaxing the mind and stimulating the vital points at the foot, improving circulation and normalizing Endocrine system.

Benefits

Improves blood circulation and promotes better sleep
Relieves body pains and makes feet healthier
Reduces the effects of depression and anxiety
Helps with headaches and migraines

Indications

Sleeplessness, Depression, Anxiety, Diabetic neuropathy, Heel pain, Cracked feet.

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Sarvanga Dhara / Kaya Seka

The term Sarvanga Dhara is a Sanskrit word, which means pouring of warm medicated liquids on the whole body. Sarvanga Dhara or Kayaseka is induction of perspiration by pouring warm medicated liquids like oil, ghee, milk, decoction, butter milk etc... on whole body.

Benefits

Provides strength to the tissues, mainly muscle tissue
Rejuvenates and energizes the body
Prevents wasting of muscles and degeneration of joints
Relieves pain, stiffness and swelling
Improves the movements of the joints and enhances flexibility
Soothes the nerves and improves blood circulation
Improves circulation to skin, improves colour and complexion

Sarvanga Dhanyamla Dhara

A specialized Ayurvedic curative therapy which helps in providing relief in pain, swelling and stiffness associated with rheumatological conditions by pouring a liquid obtained by fermenting de-husked grains.

Indications: Rheumatic arthritis, Inflammatory conditions, Muscular sprain, Obesity, Thyroidism, Chronic fever.

Sarvanga Taila Dhara (Pizhichil)

A unique Rejuvenative therapy where warm medicated oils are poured over the body in a continuous stream. It improves blood circulation, removes toxins, and has relaxing effects on the mind.

Indications: Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Paralysis, Hypertension, Sleeplessness, Autism, Muscular atrophy, Multiple sclerosis, Spondylitis, Paraplegia, Hemiplegia, Fracture.

Sarvanga Takra Dhara

A traditional therapy where medicated buttermilk is poured over the whole body to cure ailments like psoriasis, neuropathic conditions, paralysis and musculoskeletal disorders.

Indications: Osteo-arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Sports injuries, Psoriasis, Gouty Arthritis, Stress, Eczema, Diabetic neuropathy.

Sarvanga Kashaya Dhara

A procedure in which medicated decoction is poured over the whole body for the treatments of various Neuro-musculo-skeletal disorders, inflammatory conditions and skin disorders.

Indications: Urticaria, Inflammation, Eczema, Sports injuries, Body ache, Rejuvenation, Insomnia, Vitiligo, Varicose ulcer, Diabetic foot.

Sarvanga Ksheera Dhara

A specialized rejuvenative and curative therapy in which medicated milk is poured over the whole body for the treatment of various Musculo-skeletal disorders, Neuropathies and skin disorders.

Indications: Inflammation, Eczema, Body ache, Rejuvenation, Chronic pains, Insomnia, Wounds, Diabetic foot, Nail infection.

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Nasya Karma

Nasya is an unique Ayurvedic preventive and curative Panchakarma therapy used to treat Neuro-musculo-skeletal disorders and pathological conditions of the head. It is a procedure in which the medicaments are instilled through nasal route in a prescribed amount and temperature for a specific period of time in a systematic way.

Benefits

Prevention of eye, ear, and nasal diseases
Promotes healthy hair and provides strength to the scalp
Improves senses and voice
Gives strength to teeth, head and neck region
Helpful in curing Rhinitis and Sinusitis

Indications

Neurological disorders, ENT and Ophthalmic disorders, Headaches, Acne, Pigmentation, Hair fall, Spondylitis, Psychological disorders, Hormonal disorders, Sleeplessness, Stress, Frozen shoulder.

Contraindications

Intoxication with Alcohol, after consuming food or bathing, pregnancy, dyspnea, and during cloudy/rainy days unless it is an emergency.

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Raktamokshana

Rakthamokshana is one among the purificatory procedures of Panchakarma. It is the prime process done in order to remove toxic blood out of the body, providing instant and rapid relief in certain acute disease conditions.

Benefits

Best among Panchakarma for blood detoxification
Provides instant relief from pain and inflammation
Reduces pain and inflammation due to blood clotting
Improves blood circulation
Effective in non-healing wounds and ulcers

Jaloukavacharana (Leech Therapy)

A unique Ayurvedic bloodletting therapy where leeches are used which has immense potential to treat inflammatory, ischemic and infective diseases.

Indications: Psoriasis, Eczema, Cellulitis, Varicose vein, Vitiligo, Thrombosis (blood clot), Alopecia, Diabetes wounds.

Siravedhana

A procedure which is carried out by puncturing a selected vein, allowing the expulsion of vitiated blood in a controlled amount to clear blood disorders and release venous tension instantly.

Indications: Skin diseases, Gout, Ulcers, Deep vein thrombosis, Varicose vein, Splenomegaly, certain ophthalmic and neurological conditions.

Sringavacharana (Cupping Therapy)

A modern version of an ancient treatment where specialized cups are kept on the affected site to create vacuum, thus enabling an increase in blood circulation, decreasing pain, and relaxing muscles.

Indications: Plantar fasciitis, Sciatica pain, Frozen shoulder, Sprain and strain, Cervical & lumbar pain, Tennis elbow.

Pracchana

A holistic therapy where bloodletting is done from a specific site by scratching or lacerating the skin to increase blood circulation, decrease pain and infection, and reduce joint stiffness.

Indications: Vitiligo, Skin diseases, Indralupta, Siragranthi, Scalp skin disorders.

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Vamana Karma

Vamana is a specialized Ayurvedic purificatory Panchakarma therapy used for curing various systemic disorders. It is a procedure in which medicaments which are capable to trigger the vomiting centre are administered through oral route in a systemic way to induce vomiting.

Benefits

Helps restore metabolic power
Eliminates toxins
Strengthens tissue functions
Increases strength and immunity
Aging process slows down

Indications

Respiratory disorders, Diabetes, Gastritis, Epilepsy, Psychological disorders, Certain skin disorders, PCOD, Trauma, Stomatitis, Pharyngitis, and certain cancerous conditions.

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Vasti Karma

Vasti is a specialized Ayurvedic curative and nourishing therapy used for treating various Neuro-musculo-skeletal disorders and systemic disorders. It is a procedure in which medicated decoction/oils are administered into the body through lower pathways (most often through the anus) in a systematic way to cleanse accumulated toxins from the body.

Kashaya Vasti (Asthapana/Niruha)

A procedure in which medicated decoctions are administered through the anal route which helps in expelling the accumulated toxins in the body, clearing the channels.

Indications: Arthritis, Neurological disorders, Lumbar and cervical spondylitis, Gastro-intestinal disorders, Diabetes, Urological disorders, Gall bladder stone, Skin disorders.

Sneha Vasti (Anuvasana)

A procedure in which medicated oils are administered into the body through the anal route which helps in expulsion of accumulated toxins and clearing the channels.

Indications: Arthritis, Neurological disorders, Lumbar and cervical spondylitis, Gastrointestinal disorders, Diabetes, Gall bladder stone, Psychological disorders.

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Virechana

The snehapana performed before Virechana dissolves the toxins which are mainly lipid soluble, and they become membrane bound by the help of fat soluble proteins. This therapy purges these toxins from the body.

Benefits

Eradication of systemic diseases
Acts as a bio-purifier
Delays the aging process
Removes morbid toxins
Enhances mucosal blood supply

Indications

Skin disorders, Diabetes, Obesity, Gynaecological disorders, Tumours, Neurological disorders, Gastroenterological disorders, Psychological disorders.

Contraindications

Acute fevers, Dyspepsia, bleeding disorders through lower orifices, rectal injury, Diarrhea, presence of foreign body in G.I tract, Emaciation.

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