Ayurvedic Treatments
The Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala treatment centres at Malleshwaram,
Yelahanka, Shivajinagar and RT Nagar offer various treatments to address
almost every issue.
Ranging from physical ailments and joint pains to treatments that reduce
stress and address insomnia, you can be certain you will go back feeling
fresh and far fitter than ever. The rejuvenating and restorative
properties of the ayurvedic massage offered at these treatment centres
help achieve a fitter, more fabulous you, naturally.
SHIRODHARA
Shirodhara is an intensive treatment that involves the steady dropping
of medicated oils from a pot placed strategically above the patient's
head.
Duration
1 hour
Procedure
The process involves a 20 minute massage and 40 minute dhara
followed by a shower.
Benefits
Helps in relaxing the mind and body, inducing good sleep, improving
concentration, while reducing headaches and nourishing the hair and
scalp. Helps reduce anxiety and stress.
ABHYANGAM SWEDANAM
Abhyangam Swedanam is a relaxing full body and head massage that is
followed by a steam. 4-7 day packages available too.
Duration
1 Hour
Procedure
A 45 minute full body and head massage is followed by 15 minute
steam and shower.
Benefits
A relaxing massage that helps in easing muscle tension, improves
circulation, relieves stress and helps in better joint mobility and
flexibility.
ELAKIZHI
Elakizhi, (Ela meaning Leaves; Kizhi meaning Potli) is an Ayurvedic
treatment that is sweat inducing. A specially formulated medicated
mixture comprising select herbs is used. Usually recommended for 7 days.
Duration
1 Hour
Procedure
The process includes a 15 minute massage and 45 minute
fomentation.
Benefits
Perspiration forces skin to eliminate wastes. Helps in relieving
body pain and stiffness, enhances blood circulation, useful for
arthritic problems and paralysis.
UDVARTANA
Udvartana is an invigorating full body massage done in a rhythmic motion
that involves the use of a medicated powder like kolakuluthadi churnam
to help those looking at losing weight.
Duration
1.5 hours
Procedure
A 45 minute powder massage is followed by 15 minute steam &
shower.
Benefits
Prescribed for diabetes and obesity. Helps reduce excess fat in the
body, increases stability of extremities, improves body complexion
making you feel lighter.
KATIVASTI
Kativasthi is a simple and unique Ayurvedic therapy that addresses
issues of the spine using special formulations. It involves placing warm
Ayuvedic oil & herbs over the lower back held together with a dough
paste.
Duration
1 hour
Procedure
The entire procedure lasting an hour includes a gentle massage
targeted at treating issues of the back.
Benefits
Deep tissue therapy using heat to heal and oils to repair tissue.
Heat increases blood flow, reduces swelling, provides pain relief
and softens ligaments, tendons and muscles.
TAKRADHARA
Takradhara is another intensive ayurvedic treatment that uses 'takra' or
medicated buttermilk poured over the forehead in a steady stream to
treat the patient's illness.
Duration
1 Hour
Procedure
The entire process includes 45 minutes of dhara followed by a
shower.
Benefits
Useful for scalp psoriasis and chronic dandruff. Helps overcome
stress, anxiety and chronic headaches. Re-ignites mental creativity,
and invigorates body and mind.
NAVARAKIZHI
Navara is a special medicated rice that is boiled with milk and herbs,
then applied and massaged into the body. It strengthens the muscles and
rejuvenates the body.
Duration
1 Hour
Procedure
The treatment involves 45 minutes of dhara followed by a
shower.
Benefits
Relieves pain and stiffness in muscles. Provides nourishment and
strength to body tissues including bones and soft tissues. Advised
for weakness and malnourishment.
PIZHICHIL
Pizhichil (literally means squeezing) is a unique Ayurvedic therapy from
Kerala. A special linen cloth is dipped into warm Kuzhambu, or medicated
oil mixture, and squeezed over the disease-affected areas.
Duration
1 Hour
Procedure
This process involves a 15 minute massage and 45 minute Sarvanga
dhara followed by a shower.
Benefits
Enhances blood circulation & helps build immunity. Completely
rejuvenates the body, improving muscle development. Helpful for
nervous disorders too.
GREEVAVASTI
Greeva Vasti specifically targets patients who have problems around the
neck area where a pack of medicinal herbal oils is held in the neck and
spine.
Duration
30 Minutes
Benefits
Relief from pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulder and upper
limbs. Helps reduce inflammation, improves neck mobility, increases
blood supply, and reduces dizziness.
NASYAM
Nasyam is essential in treating ailments above the neck. The patient
lies down, the head and neck are massaged, and then medicated oil is
instilled into the nostrils alternately.
Duration
30 Minutes
Procedure
The half hour process involves instilling prescribed drops of oil
or herbal juices into the nostrils.
Benefits
Useful in treating headaches, migraine and sinus related disorders.
The entry point of nasyam treatment are the nostrils, considered the
doorway to the brain.
AYURVEDIC FACIAL
Ayurvedic Facial is a skin treatment used to clean pores, remove dead
skin cells, and treat common skin concerns like acne, dark circles,
wrinkles and signs of aging.
Duration
1 hour
Procedure
Face is massaged with medicated oil, followed by an herbal scrub. A
special rice is cooked with herbal decoctions for massage, followed
by a fruit face pack.
Benefits
Cleanses skin well making it smooth and soft. The massage therapy
takes care of acne and acne scars effectively.
JALUAKVACHARNAM
Leech therapy (Jalaukavacharana) uses leeches to suck only impure blood.
It is considered a powerful blood purification therapy in Ayurveda.
Duration
20 mins to 1 hour depending on disease.
Procedure
The fresh water leech is detoxified and applied to the affected
area. It removes toxins by drinking bad blood, improving
microcirculation.
Benefits
Useful for arthritis, venous congestion, varicose veins, vascular
diseases, sciatica, and extreme inflammatory reactions.
CHURNA KIZHI
Churna Pinda Sweda (Podi kizhi) is a specialized therapy performed for
illness related to bones, joints, muscles and nerves associated with
inflammation, swelling and stiffness.
Duration
45 minutes – 1 hour
Procedure
Process uses light oil application all over the body, then
medicated herbal powders tied into a potli are used for
massage.
Benefits
Extremely useful in treating inflammatory joint diseases,
rheumatoid arthritis, etc.
HEAD MASSAGE
Head massage offers a variety of benefits. The masseur applies light to
medium pressure on the head with their fingertips in small circular
motions.
Duration
30 minutes
Benefits
Helps relieve stress and reduce tension. Eases migraine or
headache, lowers blood pressure, improves circulation to the head,
and promotes hair growth.
FOOT MASSAGE
A highly relaxing therapy that targets the complex network of muscles,
tendons, and pressure points in the feet to promote holistic healing.
Duration
30 minutes
Benefits
Improves blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, encourages
better sleep, reduces effects of anxiety, speeds foot injury
recovery, and boosts immunity.
VIRECHANA
Virechana is an Ayurvedic detox therapy used for the purification of the
body and mind. The patient is subject to Oleation, Fomentation, and
Emesis (purging).
Duration
7 to 9 Days
Procedure
Drinking medicated oil for 3-5 days. Followed by a full body
massage and steam bath for 3-4 days. The last day involves
purgation.
Benefits
Balances pitta dosha, flushes out toxins, clears liver congestion,
improves metabolism, enables fat digestion for weight loss, and
provides GI relief.
DANYAMALA DHARA
Danyamala Dhara is a type of Sarvanga Dhara, a hot fomentation therapy
in which warm medicated liquids are poured over the body in a continuous
stream or shower. More precisely, it is a form of Parisheka Sweda.
Duration
45 to 60 minutes
Procedure
The procedure is typically performed for 45 to 60 minutes. Special
caution should be exercised while administering this treatment to
patients with diabetes or hypertension.
Benefits
• Relieves pain, stiffness, and swelling associated with arthritis
and other painful conditions.
• Serves as an effective remedy for various musculoskeletal
disorders.
• Strengthens body tissues, particularly muscle tissue.
• Energizes the body and relieves fatigue and exhaustion.
• Highly beneficial in managing neurological and neuromuscular
disorders.
NETRA TARPANA
Netra Tarpana is an Ayurvedic therapy designed to nourish, strengthen,
and rejuvenate the eyes.
Duration
20-30 minutes
Procedure
A dough ring is carefully placed around the eyes to create a
leak-proof well. This reservoir is then filled with warm medicated
ghee, which is retained for about 10–20 minutes under
supervision.
Benefits
• Relieves eye strain, dryness, and fatigue, especially due to
prolonged screen exposure.
• Strengthens the eye muscles and optic nerves.
• Helps improve vision and supports the management of conditions
such as dry eye syndrome, early cataract, and refractive errors.
• Regular sessions may help prevent age-related eye issues and
promote overall ocular health.
Treatment Centre Locations
Malleshwaram
5/3, Margosa Road,
18th Cross, Malleshwaram,
Bangalore-
560055.
RT Nagar
No.2, ‘Prakruthi’, 6th Main,
Narayanappa Block, R.T.Nagar,
Bangalore
- 560032.
Yelahanka
780, LIG 2nd stage,
Yelahanka New Town
Bangalore- 560064.
Shivaji Nagar
14, Lady Curzon Road,
Bangalore- 560001.
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