One of the primary goals of Ayurveda is preserving health; Rasayanas (rejuvinating treatments) are considered the primary method for maintaining health and vigor.

Abhyanga - a vigorous and soothing warm oil massage by two practitioners, designed to break up toxins (ama) and stimulate circulation.

Medicated oils are massaged into the body with specialized strokes and marma point pressure. The massage helps the body absorb the oils in preparation for the main panchakarma therapy, but it can also be used to pacify vata and for cleansing and rejuvenation.

Followed by Swedana (steam) to bring toxins to the skin's surface and Ubtan (herbal flour powder) a powerful exfoliating treatment that stimulates the underlaying tissues of the skin and Hot Towel Treatment to remove toxins and relax the soft tissue.

Vishesh An Abhyanga, followed by a deep muscular massage, Swedana, Ubtan, a Hot Towel Treatment for certain body types and conditions to break up adhesions and stimulate circulation.

Swedana Ayurvedic herbal steam treatment that bathes the body in warm aromatic steam to help remove toxins locked in the tissues.

Netra Basti - Eye Rejuvenation

This is one of the most nourishing and rejuvenating therapies for the eyes. It is performed by filling a dam (made out of dough and placed around the eyes) with a lukewarm medicated ghee (clarified butter) or medicated oil. This therapy helps relieve eye strain, improve vision, pacify the doshas in the head area, and is used for a wide variety of eye ailments. An oil bath for your eyes to relieve tension and fatigue from your eyes, to improve eyesight, balance the nervous system, and smooth away wrinkles.

Nasya

Herbalized oils taken in nostrils to loosen and clear sinus passages.



Shirodhara - Mental Rejuvenation

This treatment consists in pouring warm oil in a slow steady stream on the forehead. It pacifies the subtle aspects of all the doshas, nourishes the nervous system, promoting relaxation and tranquility, and improves mental clarity and comprehension. When done in a series, it can help with certain neurological and mental imbalances as well. Because of the profound effects it has upon the consciousness, it has often been called "Bliss Therapy." Its benefits are greatly enhanced after a massage or Abhyanga, when the body is already relaxed and in a receptive state.

Ayurvedic Consultation - An individual appointment using physical examination and pulse diagnosis to understand your body type (dosha) and determine the correct treatment plan and lifestyle for your personal needs.

Chiropractic Treatment - Physiotherapy, manipulation, moist heat, electrical stimulation, trigger point and individual postural analysis.



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