Wellness Therapies

Ayurvedic warm oil massage — is an integral part of the daily routine recommended by this healing system for overall health and well-being. This technique stimulates the skin, circulation, muscles, joints and other deeper structures. The skilled hands of the provider flow through all the vital MARMA points that enhance the effect of the treatment.

Abhangya Benefits

• Relieving body stress and mental fatigue
• Preventing premature aging
• Increasing resistance to diseases
• Lubricates the joints
• Increases circulation
• Stimulates the internal organs of the body
• Assists in elimination of impurities from the body
• Moves the lymph, aiding in detoxification
• Increases stamina , Calms the nerves
• Benefits sleep—better, deeper sleep
• Makes hair (scalp) grow luxuriantly, thick, soft.
• Softens and smoothens skin; Excellent skin health

The Sanskrit word Shirodhara blends the words shiro and dhara. Shiro means head and Dhara, the flow of warm oil; Shirodhara is one of the most divine and relaxing therapies that Ayurveda has to offer. Warm, dosha-specific herbal oils are beautifully streamed over the Ajna Chakra or third eye, taking the participant on a journey deep inside and creating a sensation of such profound, enjoyable and deep relaxation that one’ll lose all track of time. Many compare the effects of Shirodhara to transcendence; the meditator’s state of sheer bliss. This helps bring balance to the mind and the emotions, and is balancing to the nervous system; creating feelings of relaxation and delight.

Shirodhara Benefits

• Helpful in Stress and anxiety
• Helpful in lack of focus, lack of concentration, lack of sleep / difficulty in sleeping
• Improve hair growth
• Balancing mind and emotions

Marma are vital points in the body where tremendous energy or prana resides. Often, these points are blocked with impurities and toxins that build up through the stress and strains of daily life, unhealthy eating habits and more. The marma points are opened, cleansed and stimulated with using rhythmic, circular movement and herbal oils blended to your particular constitution and imbalances. A subtle and delicate treatment, marma points massage can provide a deep sense of calm, rejuvenation and awareness.

SWEDANA is the process where the body is made to perspire to loosen and excrete the toxins. Special herb decided on the basis of nature and intensity of doshas are fused into the steam and together the heat and herbs dilate the channels allowing the stored ama (toxins) to move out of the body. The herbs are chosen based on the body type or health conditions. It is typically advised after a session of ABHYANGA,

Swedana therapy is beneficial for

• Eradicating the toxins from the skin
• Soothing nerves
• Helps with weight loss by burning fat
• Improving circulation of body fluids
• Loosening joints, ligaments and tendons and helps with aches and pains
• Facilitating regular elimination of metabolic wastes
• Activation of stiff and rigid parts of the body

Nasyam is an effective Ayurvedic remedy for clearing the nasal passages and supporting healthy sinuses. It is highly effective therapy in relieving congestion, allergies, Sinus inflammation, headaches, migraine, cold and Sleep issues. This treatment begins with a facial Massage with special focus on facial Marma points and is followed by a gentle steam. Then, herbal oils are administered into the nose to help heal the sinuses. It is praised in yoga for its profound effects on increasing mental focus and meditation. This therapy also is known to have profound effects on our emotions, desires and memories.

Conditions of lower back problems and their pain are confessed almost by everybody under stress. Such stress may result from Lifestyle, Physical work, Degeneration, Injury and other joint diseases.
In KATI BASTI, warm herbal oil specific to the complaint is gradually poured and held in reserve on the lower back. This process of pouring and holding the warm herbal oil on the lower back is repeated several times. At the end of the procedure a gentle massage starting from lower back and extending all the way to upper back. In order to deepen the effects of the procedure hot fomentation is applied.

Kati Basti therapy is beneficial for

• Relieving pain and discomfort in the lower back
• Relaxation of muscles
• Increasing circulation
• Rejuvenation of degenerated tissue
• Regaining of the strength

Neck is one of the most common areas susceptible to pain. The causes may be postural, due to injury, degeneration, muscle tightness or weakness, joint disease, post-surgical and stress.
In GREEVA BASTI, warm herbal oil specific to the compliant is gradually pored and held in reserve on the affected area. This process is repeated several times, warming up the oil each time. At the end of the procedure a gentle massage starting from neck and extending all the way to the palms is performed. In order to deepen the effects of the procedure hot fomentation is applied.

Greeva Basti therapy is beneficial for

• Relieving pain and discomfort
• Relaxation of muscles
• Increasing circulation
• Rejuvenation of degenerated tissue
• More of space between the bones of the spine
• Regaining of the strength

Nearly 80% of the population between 55-65 years is troubled by diseases of the knee. Knee joint is one of major weight bearing joints where wear and tear is very common. The most common ailment is dryness of the knee joint. The management of any disease of the Knee is unique in Ayurveda. One of the most effective procedures used in reliving the pain and rejuvenating the joint is JANU BASTI, a procedure which involves warm herbal oil stagnated over the affected Knee for certain time period followed by a skillful massage and fomentation.

Janu Basti therapy is beneficial for

• Pain relief and discomfort
• Relaxing and toning muscles
• Increasing circulation in the area
• Increasing lubrication of the joint
• Improving mobility and flexibility
• Rejuvenation of the knee joint

Netra Tarpana Gently cleansing and simultaneously rejuvenating the eye with herbal Ghee is NETRA TARPANA. A retainer made out of special dough is built around the eye to hold the herbal Ghee, following which herbal ghee is gently filled in the space revealing the eyes to the herbal Ghee. Rich with herbal ingredients capable of lubricating and cleansing the eyes, the Ghee has great benefits.

Netra Tarpana therapy is beneficial for

• Strengthening the eyes
• Nourishing the nerves
• Reducing irritation and strain of the eyes
• Rejuvenating the delicate structures of the eyes
• Preventing dry eyes

The treatment is a special gift from Ayurveda to the ailing world and is called Shashtika Shali Pinda Sweda in Sanskrit and Njavarakizhi in Kerala Ayurvedic practice Navarakizhi or Shashtika Shali Pinda Sweda is a form of sweat inducing massage treatment. This therapy is used to provide strength and nutrition to the body tissues, especially bones, muscles and other soft tissues.
In this procedure we use Shashti Rice (a special type of rice harvested in 60 days) processed in herbal decoctions and milk tied in a bolus to rub against the whole body or afflicted part of the body so as to provide heat to the pain afflicted joints, muscles or body parts. It is a strengthening therapy. It gives nutrition to the tissues which are undergoing depletion and degeneration. It is a time tested procedure administered to those ailing from musculoskeletal and neuromuscular degenerative health issues. Therapeutic Ayurvedic massage is performed using the warm bolus on the joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and soft tissues. Specific ingredients are chosen by the practitioner to help with pain, mobility and inflammation.

Pinda Swedana therapy is beneficial for

• Healing injuries and age related musculoskeletal problems
• Relieving joint pain
• Increasing flexibilities of the joints
• Improving circulation to the affected area
• Healing and rejuvenation of the joints
• Enhancing recovery from injuries

Patra Pinda Swedana or Ela Kizhi is one of the best pain relieving therapy where we use the herbal leaves of anti-inflammatory plants in the form of bolus obtained from nature for external treatments, to heal pains and related conditions and strengthen & rejuvenate joints, muscles and soft tissues. Warm bolus treatment helps considerably to reduce pain and stiffness while rejuvenating muscles.

For a decadent massage, pamper yourself with the benefits of oil and the aroma of roses. A stress-relieving body massage with rose oil followed by steam infused with rose petals.

An Ayurvedic head massage that uses warm oils and a variety of massage movements to stimulate the vital energy points, increase the flow of energy and relieve stress related headaches.

A full body massage using specific pre-natal massage techniques to create a soothing treatment that offers emotional and physical benefits.

The postpartum period is a time for deep rest and rejuvenation. Through the intense process of birth, the body gets weak, the tissues gets depleted and the digestion also gets severely impaired. A full body Warm oil massage using specific massage techniques to create a soothing treatment that offers emotional and physical benefits and helps in
Grounding. Postpartum massage has the power to transform, heal, and soothe the body, mind, and soul.
(We also offer A complete Package plan of 40 days of postpartum care, please contact at info@ayurroots.com for more information)

Finely ground Ayurvedic herbs and exotic therapeutic floral powder are mixed with precious Ayurveda oils and gently massaged into the skin. This results in the stimulation of the energy flow in the body, the detoxification and nourishment of body tissues, the activation of the skin’s natural metabolism and also the improvement of lymph flow. The Udvartana massage cleanses and refines the skin structure and gives the skin a soft, silky texture and a lustrous glow.
It also effectively exfoliates the skin and firms the tissues underneath. In Ayurvedic system it is one of the best external therapies for curbing away excess of body weight.

For thousands of years, ancients used Himalayan Salts to provide their body with vital energy. This exfoliating rub and massage leaves the skin soft, hydrated and refreshed.

Rejuvenate your skin with our handcrafted exfoliating body polish. This wonderful treatment combines organic sea salts with rose petals, rose oil and steam infused with rose petals.

Customized to an individual’s skin needs, this timeless facial massage will exfoliate, nourish, tone and rejuvenate your skin. Includes a pampering massage for the head, neck shoulder.

This gentle facial is filled with the natural goodness of Handcrafted ingredients such as honey, saffron, Turmeric and fullers earth, helping cleanse, detoxify and balance the skin and restore its natural radiant glow.

A combination of two therapies to enhance the benefits of both.

Shirodhara + Abhyanga Milan
Shirodhara + basti Milan
Kati Basti + Abhyanga Milan
Herbal scrub + Abhyanga Milan
Herbal steam + Abhyanga Milan

‘Utsav’ in Sanskrit means celebration. Come celebrate life, rejuvenate and renew your energy with our full day and half day packages…

You deserve a day away from it all. At AyurRoots, embark on a one of a kind journey beginning with your individual Ayurvedic consultation and a luxurious foot bath, followed by pampering your body with Abhyanga, Shirodhara, an Ayurvedic body scrub, an Ayurvedic facial massage and ama (toxins) releasing steam therapy. Treat yourself to a wholesome lunch during your stay. Come discover an oasis of relaxation.

Begin your pampering with a relaxing Ayurvedic foot massage and unwind with a body and facial massage. Choose to go into a trance with Shirodhara or renew with Udvartan Ayurvedic scrub. Emerge completely relaxed and refreshed.