Ayurvedic Treatments in Kerala
All treatments at Agasthya are administered under the direct supervision of Dr. T.D. Bose, a Marma specialist with 30+ years of experience. Every treatment plan is customised after a detailed consultation, ensuring the right combination of therapies for your specific condition.
Marma Abhyangam
This is a procedure in which whole body massage is done stimulating the marma points of the body thereby reducing pain and inflammation pertaining to musculoskeletal system.
Muthira Kizhi (Kulatha Kizhi)
This is one kind of rooksha (dry) swedam in which horse gram is powdered, held inside a small linen cloth; it is made to be warm and massaged over the body by two masseurs.
Pizhichil
In this treatment lukewarm medicated oil is poured over the person’s body in a special rhythmic manner (masseur soaks the linen in oil and squeezes it over the patient’s body) for 45 minutes.
Shirodhara
Shirodhara is one of the most profound and calming therapies in Ayurveda. The term derives from Sanskrit words Shira (head) and Dhara (continuous flow). In this procedure, a continuous stream of lukewarm medicated oil is gently poured onto the forehead, specifically over the ajna marma (the region between the eyebrows), from a perforated earthen vessel. Each session includes 15 minutes of Shiro Abhyangam (head massage) followed by 30 minutes of Shiro Thailadhara. The choice of medicated oil—such as Ksheerabala Tailam, Brahmi Tailam, or Dhanwantharam Tailam—is determined based on the patient’s prakriti (body constitution) and condition.
Njavarakizhi (Shashtika shali pinda swedanam)
Njavarakizhi (Shashtika Shali Pinda Swedam) is Ayurveda's most powerful muscle and disc-rebuilding therapy, prescribed at Agasthya for IVDP, disc prolapse, and post-injury recovery. Njavara rice — cooked in cow’s milk and Bala root decoction — is packed into linen boluses and massaged over the body by two therapists working simultaneously in seven positions. The boluses are continuously re-dipped into the warm rice-milk mixture to maintain therapeutic temperature and saturation. The unique combination of heat, the anabolic properties of Njavara rice, the nerve-strengthening effect of Bala decoction, and the nourishing quality of cow’s milk rebuilds intervertebral disc tissue, strengthens muscles, and reverses nerve damage — conditions where most other therapies have limited effect. At Agasthya, Njavarakizhi is a cornerstone treatment for patients recovering from disc prolapse, osteoarthritis, and spinal conditions over 14–21 day in-patient programmes.
Nasyam
Nasyam treatment at Agasthya Kerala is effective for cervical spondylosis, chronic sinusitis, migraine & frozen shoulder. This Panchakarma procedure instills medicated oils into the nostrils to purify all channels above the shoulder — sinuses, throat, head, and brain. The face, neck, and chest receive a preparatory warm oil massage before medicated preparations are administered drop by drop. As the medicine travels via the olfactory nerve pathway to the brain, Nasyam provides relief for conditions that standard treatments cannot reach. At Agasthya, Dhoomapanam (herbal smoke inhalation) and Kabalam (medicated gargling) are added as pashchat karma to deepen the therapeutic effect. Prescribed for 7–14 day treatment protocols by Dr. T.D. Bose based on each patient's specific prakriti and condition.
Shiro-Abhyangam
In this procedure, massage is done over the head and the scalp with medicated oils which is selected according to the condition of the patient
Ela Kizhi
Ela Kizhi is a herbal leaf bolus massage where warm herbal leaves are used in bolus form for massage therapy.
Beyond Treatment
Special Packages
Customized treatment programmes designed for specific needs — from post-retirement wellness to international patient packages.
Post-Retirement Rejuvenation Therapy
A one-of-its-kind special package designed by Agasthya for retirees. Combines therapeutic Ayurvedic treatment with rejuvenation therapies to address age-related bone and joint ailments, restore mobility, and promote overall vitality.
Enquire about this packagePanchakarma & Tourism Package
For international and domestic tourists who want to combine authentic Panchakarma treatment with Kerala's backwater experiences. Includes treatment, backwater boat rides, and nearby resort accommodation — fully customized to your needs.
Plan your visitKarkidaka Chikitsa (Seasonal)
Special treatment package during the Malayalam month of Karkidakam (mid-July to mid-August) — traditionally considered the best time for Ayurvedic treatment. The monsoon climate enhances the body's receptivity to herbal medicines and therapies.
Book in advancePost-Pregnancy Care
Specialized Ayurvedic care for new mothers — designed to restore strength, relieve post-delivery aches, and support recovery through traditional Kerala postpartum treatments including therapeutic massages and herbal medicines.
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