Ayurveda
Ayurveda is India's traditional, natural system of medicine that has been practiced for more than 5,000 years. Ayurveda in Sanskrit literally means "science of life" or "practices of longevity." Ayurveda was the system of health care conceived and developed by the seers (rishis) and natural scientists through centuries of observations, experiments, discussions, and meditations.

For several thousand years their teachings were passed on orally from teacher to student; about the fifth to sixth century BC, elaborately detailed texts were written in Sanskrit, the ancient language of India. For many years Ayurveda flourished and was used by rich and poor alike in India and Southeast Asia.

Ayurveda emphasizes prevention of disease, rejuvenation of our body systems, and extension of life span. The profound premise and promise of Ayurveda is that through certain practices, not only can we prevent heart disease and make our headaches go away, but we can also better understand ourselves and the world around us, live a long healthy life in balance and harmony, achieve our fullest potential, and express our true inner nature on a daily basis.

Here is a summary of major beliefs in Ayurveda that pertain to health and disease.

Ayurvedic Skin & Beauty Care
The secret of youth and beauty is the proper circulation of vital life fluids and the regular discharge of waste materials. Exposure to dirt, pollution, toxins, sunlight with a diminishing ozone layer, stress etc can affect the skin, making it dull and lifeless. For a great skin, regular skin care is essential. An ayurvedic skin care programme can be an effective anxiety-reliever and also a beauty therapy to combat the ravages of modern living. The skin care programme includes cleansing, nourishing and protecting the skin. Ayurvedic cosmetics used include herbs, flowers, essential oils and naturally occurring minerals, which work together to bring balance to the totality of the individual body, mind and spirit. Cleansing massages are done using herbal powder or paste, which improves circulation, soothe, heal and bring a glow to the complexion.

Body Immunization & Longevity Therapy
The degenerative diseases of joints are characterized by pain, stiffness and swelling. Ayurveda can help in improving flexibility and strength of the muscles surrounding the joints through oil massages, medicines, regular intake of ayurvedic ghee preparations etc. These treatments have no side effects even when followed on a long term basis.

Sedentary habits and unnatural stress can make the body more prone to nervous breakdown, insomnia, headaches and other disorders. To prevent this from happening, the body needs to be revitalized and rejuvenated. The body can be made more active with the help of different ayurvedic oil massages and heat applications. The oil massages and heat applications open up the pores of the skin leading to greater perspiration. The perspiration cools up the entire body and also leads to the efficient working of the four channels of elimination i.e. Skin, Kidney, Lungs and Bowels. As a result of this, the body is cleansed from inside, causing better circulation and greater pull by contracting the muscles. The bones becomes firmer and the joints, stronger and flexible. Stronger bones and flexible joints help in the smooth functioning of the system.

Obesity /Weight Shedding Packages
Obesity is a common problem faced by the men and women of today. It poses some serious health hazards. Ayuryogashram offers the Obesity Programme, which consists of some of the finest treatment procedures in Ayurveda, to cure obesity. This programme consists of effective body massages with specially made herbal oils, powders and Kizhi. Additionally, in cases where considered necessary, Virechanam, Ksheera dhooma, herbal drinks and medicines are also given, besides steam bath and special diet. This therapy stimulates internal organs and blood circulation, resists exhaustions and exertions, provides lightness of the body and refinement of the body systems.

Body Purification Therapy
Modern and fast paced lifestyle can cause stress and anxiety leading to disorders like improper digestion, lack of sleep, allergies, chronic fatigue, diabetes etc. These disorders occur as a result of deeply seated toxins. Eliminating these toxins from the body allows for the permanent healing of tissues and better functioning of the systems. This can be done through Shodhana Chikilsa.

SHODHANA CHIKILSA is meant for the purification of the whole body to attain proper balance of Vatha, Pitha and Kabha based on Ayurvedic principles. This treatment helps in providing relief to those affected by arthiritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness, gastric complaints and more particularly to those affected by constant constipation.

SHIROBHYANGAM (Head Massage)
A soothing massage of the head, neck & shoulder for 15 minutes using warm herbal oils.


LEPAM
UDWARTANAM
TALAPOTICHIL
A herbal paste is applied to the entire head for 45 minutes.
SHIRO PICHU
A thick layer of cotton wool soaked with warm medicated oil is applied over the affected area. The oil is recycled periodically to make it warm. This therapy is very effective for degenerative and painful problems like Back pain, Osteo-arthritis, Spondylitis, injuries, etc. Medicated oil is applied to the head for 45 minutes in a special manner.
PIZHICHIL
A specialised treatment involving squeezing a cloth soaked in oil over the body. During this treatment, the patient is made to sit on the droni and then medicated oils are administered over the body and the head. Four therapists, two on either side of the patient aid in this process, especially if Dhara treatment is undertaken simultaneously.

A cloth is tied over the patient's forehead to prevent the oil from getting into the eyes. The warm medicated oil is then poured in a continually flowing single stream, squeezing a clean cloth dipped in oil over the body. The treatment starts and ends with the patient in a sitting position. In the duration in between, the patient is made to lie flat.

As is the case with Dhara, the duration and bathing process varies with each patient. Pizhichil oil therapy helps alleviate skeletal and muscular diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lumbago, sciatica, hemiplegia, neuropathy, and more. It is very important to note however, that because Ayurveda is tailor-made to suit each individual and the typical ailment, certain treatments might not be administered to him, as per doctor's orders.

ABHYANGAM
This total body massage with herbal oils tones the skin, rejuvenates and strengthens all the tissues so as to achieve ideal health and longevity. This increases primary vitality (Ojas) and resistance. It is also beneficial to the eyes and gives sound sleep. It is also is a cure for rheumatism. Abhyangam keeps your body fit, control fat, reduces sagging and makes the skin younger, reduces stress and increases circulation when massaged with medicated oils.

SHIRODHARA
A treatment where the patient is made to lie on a special wooden bed (droni) after which, the medicated oil/milk/buttermilk are poured in a prescribed continuous stream on the head by the therapist, who is also assisted by two other therapists. For the oil application on the head, a wide mouthed earthen vessel with a hole at the bottom is hung about two inches from the patient's forehead. A thread hangs forth from the hole along which the oil flows. The prescribed liquid is then poured into the vessel and on the upper forehead in a steady stream. The liquid drippings are collected and the oil is poured back into the vessel. The patient is then given a warm water bath or toweled off. This treatment continues depending on the severity of each case, in order to alleviate fatigue, improve memory, restore equilibrium and is also effective in cases involving insomnia, migraine, ear nose diseases, spondilitis and paraplegia

HERBAL STEAM BATH (SWEDANA)
A gentle application of warm herbal oil is first done over the body. Next the individual is made to sit, keeping the head out, inside a steam chamber that lets out herbal steam from medicinal herbs makes the individual perspire profusely that promote cohesion between cells. The steam will open up the very small pores of the skin thereby removing all wastes and pacifying the three doshas. A great therapy for toning the skin and giving it a special glow.

NASYA
This is an Ayurvedic therapy to help alleviate problems of excess mucus and blocked sinuses. An invigorating head massage is followed by a herbal steam inhalation and the application of hot towels. Herbal nasal drops are then administered to loosen, melt and release mucus form the sinus passages.

Natural Weight loss (Slimming Program) Therapy
We have a special slimming program, a very special Ayurvedic diet is advised during the treatment period. Ayurvedic Lifestyle and Nutrition Consultation

Beauty care package
This is a comprehensive beauty care program based on treatment modalities developed by expert Ayurveda beauty physician. This program includes herbal oil massage, herbal steam bath, face packs using freshly ground herbs, skin care, hair care, eye care and related healthy treatment to the body.

Our Ayurvedic doctor will recommend the suitable procedures according to individual's body constitution. Also guidelines on diet as per Ayurvedic traditions are given. This package will also help to improve the complexion, give shine and vitality to skin, improves the tone of the body, improves blood circulation and revitalizes the body.