Anandam, the word in Sanskrit –one of the oldest languages in the world, means a combination of euphoria and extreme bliss. Anandabhairavi , a music raga has the ability to cure illness. Anandam as a brand name is most appropriate for the ayurveda centre at the Travancore Heritage, the world’s best heritage Resort in Kerala.
Anandam, our ayurveda centre adheres to the very same principles practiced in the most traditional way in ayurveda. And it’s quite amazing that the 5000 year old –science is finding solutions to modern mans problems.
Part of therapy involves actual treatment, while the other consists of lifestyle changes. According to ayurveda principle, the human being has three dimensions – the body, mind and soul. These three dimensions are set in an individualized pattern based on the predominant dosha (Prakriti). An imbalance in any one of these dimensions leads to ill being (Vikruti). It is only after a detailed consultation that the physician determines the cause of this imbalance, using ancient techniques of observation (darshana), touching/ feeling (sparsana) and interrogation (prasna). After the consultation, the patient is given a detailed description of what might they have to undergo over the next few days/ weeks.
Why Choose Us
Ayurveda is the perfect ancient science of life. The word ‘ayur’ literally means life and ‘veda’ the science of knowledge. It implies to connected ideas, the science of life and art of living. Pioneered by renowned sages – Susrutha, Charaka and Vagbhata, ayurveda encompasses a world view that is ecological and eco-centric in spirit. It emphasises on the preventive rather than the curative aspect of therapy and orients itself towards a healthy and enlightened lifestyle. When Ayurveda lost its way in the other areas of India during the medieval period, due to foreign invasion, only in Kerala it was kept alive and because of that reason Kerala developed its own Ayurvedic treatment techniques known as Keraleeya Panchakarma.
Ayurveda Courses
- Ayurvedic Massage Programme
- Two Week Courses panchakarma
- One week Basic Programme
Ayurveda Treatments
Ayurvedic massage treatments
A massage does magic. It treats the body as a whole – both mentally and physically, making the body more flexible. The circulation of blood is increased and metabolic waste are disposed, which is turn relieves the human body of anxiety, depression fatigue, circulatory disorders, rheumatic and arthritic complaints, backaches , sprains and injuries.
Abhyangam
Abhyangam is a full body massage using medicated oils prepared according to the ancient ayurvedic texts. In this process, massaging has its own importance but it’s the action of medicated oils which are of the therapeutic value that does the job. By this treatment various tissues in the body are properly oleated and lubricated making the skin sensitive , soft and shining and thereby preventing excessive wear and tear of the body tissues.
Abhyangam gives relief to anxiety, depression, fatigue, circulatory disorders, arthritic complaints, backaches sprains and injuries.
Shirodhara
Shirodhara In this process lukewarm herbal oil (Ksheerabala oil) is poured in a special rhythmic style on to the forehead from a perforated earthen pot suspended above for 30 minutes.(15 minutes massage, 30 minutes shirodhara).This treatment is done mainly for Insomnia, mental stress, nourishes and rejuvenates the nerves, increases blood circulation of the head and brain. It bestows better vision, better hearing, clears nasal problems and makes one cool and relaxed.
Pizhichil
In this treatment lukewarm medicated oil would be poured over the person’s body in a special rhythmic manner (masseur soaks the linen in oil and squeezes it over the clients body.) by two masseurs for 45 -60 minutes. Pizhichil is also prescribed for healthy persons as a rejuvenate and preventive treatment.
Njavarakizhi
In this massage boiled Njavara rice (Boiled in Cow milk and decoction of sida chordifolia) would be held inside a small linen cloth bundle and it would be soaked inside the above said combination and massaged over the body by two Masseurs.
Podikizhi
In this massage, medicated powder (kolakulathadi choornam) would be held inside a small linen cloth bundle and it would be soaked in warm medicated oil and massaged by two masseurs in a rhythmic motion.
Ela Kizhi (Pathra Potala Swedam)
In this massage certain herbal leaves would be held inside a small linen bundle and it would be soaked inside warm oil and massaged over the body by two masseur.
Muthira Kizhi (Kulatha Swedam)
In this massage horse gram is powdered, held inside a small linen bundle, it would be made warm and massaged over the body by two masseurs.
Ksheera Dhara
Medicated milk would be poured over the body or head (Any herb which has cooling action as vetever would be boiled with the milk. Herbs used are according to the ailment.)
Udvarthanam (Powder Massage)
This is a special type of Ayurvedic massage done with a special herbal powder (kolakulathadi choornam, Vara choornam) in a rhythmic motion (Upward motion) by one or two masseurs. This massage is included in our slimming programme.
Kativasthi
Specially prepared warm medicated oil is poured over the lower back and retained inside a herbal paste boundary for 30 minutes.
Urovasthi
Like kativasthi specially prepared medicated oil (oil used is according to the ailment) is poured over the chest and retained inside a herbal paste boundary for 45 minutes.
Shirovasthi
Luke warm herbal oil (Ksheerabala oil) is poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 – 60 minutes per day according to the patients condition for a period of seven days
Nasyam (nasal infusion)
Medicated oil, herbal extracts, (Anu thailam, Cephagraine nasal drops) would be instilled into the nostrils after Oleation and fomentation of face, throat and thoracic part.
Herbal Facial
After massaging the face with oil (Special massage oil), certain herbal preparation and creams are applied over the face.
Thalam
Herbal powder made into a paste by mixing with medicated oils are applied on the scalp for a fixed time.
Thala Pothichil
Herbs according to the ailment is made into a paste and pasted over the head in half inch thickness.
Chavutti Thirummu ( Massage with foot)
This is a special art of massage in which the masseure does the massage with his one foot by holding on to a string. (Dhanwantharam oil).
Pichu
Pieces of cloth soaked in medicated oil (Dhanwantharam, Kottamchukkadi, Karpooradi, Murivenna.) would be put on joints or other areas according to the physicians advice.
Snehapanam (internal oleation therapy)
Ghee preparations are internally administered for certain types of disorders and also for clearing the bodily channels as a preparatory measure in Panchakarma.
Gandoosham / Kabalam
Medicated oil, decoctions, juice of plants are taken into the mouth, kept for some time and then spit.
Netra Tharpana
In this treatment medicated oil, ghee or other medicines are poured into the eye and retained inside a herbal paste boundary.
Netra Sekam
A special decoction with several herbs (Thriphala choornam) are made and with it the eyes are washed.
Karnapoorana
Medicated oil is instilled into the ear.