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Ayurveda Centre :
Ayurveda is the name given to the
ancient Indian science of healing. It is at least a couple of millenia
old - Some say it was a secret revealed by Brahma, the Creator Himself,
to the sages who lived deep in meditation, in the caves in the mighty
Himalayas. When saddened by the ill health of mankind, he sought to
alleviate their suffering, by revealing Ayurveda to the World.
A
slightly less spiritual, possibly more rational explanation is that
these sages experimented with the only aid they had-herbs, the perfect a
system of medicine which more and more people are turning to today, as
an alternative to allopathic drugs, which though fast - acting and
effective in the short term, are possibly even toxic, made as they are,
from chemicals. These drugs treat the symptoms rather than the root
cause of the ailment itself.
 Ayurvedic
physicians believe that they can promote perfect health of body, mind
and soul by administering drugs and treatments based exclusively on
herbs, leaves bark roots and even stems of certain shrubs. Also included
in the list of ingredients that go into Ayurvedic medicines are spices
and occasionally, precious metals like silver and gold in powdered and
purified form. These drugs, complemented by a strict diet and daily
medicated oil massages, have been known to lead to complete cures, some
quite miraculous.
At Travancore Heritage we offer you these
relaxing, wonderful massages, administered by trained and experienced
masseurs and masseuses. Consult our physician, who will tell you exactly
what is best for you. Even if you're in the pink of health, these
massages should really be experienced, for nothing relaxes as much as an
authentic Kerala massage --one which is quite unique and very different
from what you've ever experienced before!
The most important
aspect of Ayurveda is the medicated oil massage. These oils are made
from the extracts of herbs. Some of them very rare and obtained only in
very select herbal gardens. We give below a list of the various kinds of
massage and treatment packages offered for specific problems. If your
particular ailment does not fall into the categories listed below, our
physician will advise you on the best treatment for you. But please do
consult the physician in any case for he is the best person to decide
the treatment for you.
Treatment can be for three, seven,
fourteen, twenty-one, thirty or fourteen days. The cost of each
treatment is given separately.
We offer you the following
treatment programs:-
 (1)
Rejuvenation Packages (For 3,5,7,14,21,30 & 41 days)
These
packages are recommended for persons who are in good health. It
primarily aims at toning up of body tissues and to reduce the catabolic
destructive process. Thereby it helps to arrest the aging, enhances
immunity and revitalises the body systems. It helps to regain the total
positive health or homeostasis in nature's own way by restoring the
physical, mental and spiritual equilibrium for general well being.
Contact the centre for details.
(2) Exclusive treatment
packages
These treatment programs are formulated to give you
maximum comfort in minimum time. These packages mainly aim at specific
ailments and normally consists of external and internal administration
of herbal medicines, yogic and breathing exercises, dietary regime for
dietary control for proper living. The main ailments of focus are:-
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General & local
neurological complaints
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Rheumatic problems
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Muscular dystrophies
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Stress & Ubsomnia
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Upper & Lower respiratory
allergies
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Obesity
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Post traumatic problems
etc.
 (3)
Herbal Beautycare Packages (For 1,5 & 7 days)
These offer the
comprehensive herbal packages for a health skin by enhancing the
complexion of your skin and imparting a glow of healthy radiance to the
skin. These packages keep the skin cool, soft, fresh and fair.
(4) Traditional Ayurvedic Massages.
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a) Relaxation massage : Relieves
body tiredness, promotes blood circulation, relaxes your muscles and
revitalises the body systems.
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b) Rejuvenation massage :
Massage using highly rejuvenative oils for nervous fatigue and
disorders, general body weakness and sleeplessness.
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c) Therapeutic massage : Uses
different herbal oils for individual specific conditions. Gives
importance to those body parts affected by pain, stiffness and
enunciation.
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d) Classical Keralite Marma
Massage : By using a very unique technique and special oils the marmas-vital
body points - are stimulated. The technique came to medicine ancient
martial art centres or kalaries and the main aims are to tone up the
musculoskeletal system and to set a completely relaxed body with a
positive kind of mind.
 The
duration for the above massages will be 1 hour including bath in warm /
medicated water.
(5) Other important treatments :
(a) Kizhi:
Literally means a
bundle. In this, bundles made up of warm medicate rice pudding, fresh
leaves soaked in warm oil, herbal powders etc. are used. Your body is
made to perspire by the application of these warm bundles followed by
massage. The duration of treatment is 40-70 mts.
 Elekkizhi:
Effective in low back pain, neck stiffness, joint pains and generalised
body aches.
Narangakkizhi:
Effective in various
neurological conditions, rheumatism etc. Increases skin glow.
Podikkizhi:
Recommended for certain types of musculoskeletal
ailments
Njavarakkizhi:
Highly effective in muscle
emaciation, osteo arthritis, insomnia, rheumatism and old age problems.
b) Pizhichil:
This is
traditional Keralite treatment. Medicated oil is slightly heated and
poured on the body in a special pattern, Highly effective in
neurological complaints of various origin, rheumatism etc. This forms an
important procedure in rejuvenative packages.
c) Udvarthanam:
A
procedure primarily to remove subcutaneous fat and obesity related
problems. It helps in increased blood circulation to the muscles. In
this procedure the body is gently massaged with herbal powders.
d) Sirodhara:
In this
treatment medicated milk, herbal oil, decoctions etc. are continuously
poured in a rhythmic manner from an earthern pot on the forehead of the
patient lying in supine position.
This is very effective in
certain types of headaches, insomnia, mental tensions, eye problems etc.
e) Nasya:
Application
of medicated oils, herbal juices etc. into the nostrils over a period of
time. This is effective in treatment for sinusitis, ear and eye problems
facial paralysis, migraine etc.
f) Steam bath:
Medicinal herbs, powders etc. are boiled in water and the steam is used
for steam bath. It reduces fat, refreshes body and gives a feeling of
lightness to the body. Gives better results if done after a thorough
massage.
 YOGA
& MEDITATION PROGRAMS
We offer you an opportunity to get an
introduction and practical training to the secret and sacred ancient
science of Yoga & Meditation. Regular practice of this system results in
your increased health and well being. It helps to develop your
personality and self-confidence, banish stress and tension and helps to
awaken mental and spiritual potentials.
For more information
contact the centre.
LEARN AYURVEDA PROGRAMS
Under the
guidance of eminent Ayurvedic scholars we organise introductory sessions
on various topics. We hope that this will help you to understand the
principles and practice of the system in a better manner.
For
further details contact the centre.
"To the Science of
Life-Ayurveda,
I propitiate which have neither a beginning nor an
end, which shines with brilliance, universal under different names, true
in the past, present and future, thus eternal.
Bhavaprakasha
Let us join hands in this green health revolution.
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