Kizhi - Herbal Poultice Massage

Kizhi, also known as Pinda Sweda or Herbal Poultice massage is one of the speciality treatments of Ayurveda, originating and widely practiced in Kerala and revered for its therapeutic effects. Massage is performed using heated herbal poultices to rejuvenate, relax and nourish the body.

TYPES

There are different types of herbal poultice massages. Where poultices are filled with medicated powders, the treatment is called Podi kizhi. Where poultices are filled with medicated rice, the treatment is called Navara kizhi and when medicinal leaves are used for making the poultices, it is called Ela kizhi. This treatment can be done for healthy people as well as the diseased. It improves muscle strength and skin complexion, strengthens the nerves and nourishes the bones. It is revered for rejuvenation as it slows down the ageing process.

INDICATIONS

• Body pain

• Numbness, shivering, paralysis

• Degeneration of bones

• Sciatica

• Joint pain, arthritis

• All muscuoskeletal disorders

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• High pitta conditions / excess heat in the head and body

• Acidity, ulcers, diarrhoea, excessive thirst

• Migraines, mouth ulcers, bleeding gums

• Infections

• Open wounds, burns, recent surgeries, bleeding

• Inflammations on head, face, body

• Bleeding conditions

• Anger

• Diarrhoea

• Infections

• Cold, Fever, flu

• Skin diseases (e.g. psoraisis, eczema)

• Hypertension, cardiovascular conditions

• Menstruating women (on heavy days)

• Pregnant women.

• Diabetic patients

• Anemia

• Hemorrhagic disorders such as Hemophilia

• Cancer

TREATMENT DURATION

A session typically lasts 45-60 minutes.

Treatment duration may change depending on the severity of the condition.

TREATMENT COURSE

Treatment course depends on the severity of the condition.

TREATMENT PRICE

According to individual requirements.

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