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These are very popular Ayurvedic Therapies which are specific to a state in India known as Kerala.
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The major ones include |
Shiro Dhara : Warm herbal oil flowing on the forehead in an unbroken flow |
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Thakra Dhara:Medicated buttermilk based decoction is poured on the person's forehead continuously for almost 30 to 45 minutes |
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Podikizhi-Full body massage to improve circulation, nerve & muscle stimulation with special Ayurvedic oils herbs packed in freshly prepared bolus bags |
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Navarakizhi : Full body strengthening & rejuvenating massage using freshly prepared bolus bags of rice, herbs, & milk |
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Shiro Vasti : Lukewarm medicated herbal oil is poured & allowed to soak into the scalp by retaining it for a prescribed period |
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Kadi Vasti : A dam of herbal dough on afflicted area which is then filled with warm medicated oil. |
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Uro Vasti : After a gentle body massage, a mixture of special herbal oils is poured over the chest in certain quantity over a area localized by boundary made from herbal paste. |
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Udvartan : Full body massage, using ayurvedic powders |
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Pizhichil : Full body, warm herbal oil massage performed by two therapists |
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Netra Tarpana : Cleansing process for the eyes to remove tiredness and improve eyesight |