Kerala is a utopia of Ayurveda. Following this legacy, Nikki's Nest in Kovalam, Kerala offer all-inclusive Ayurvedic treatments. Panchkarma is the core of these treatments. Panchakarma is a vital healing experience. It promotes Rejuvenation and Detoxification. One should definitely try these holistic treatments whenever one feels the need to do so. Given below is the list of Ayurvedic treatments offered at Nikki's Nest.
Abyangam – Abhyangam means massaging. It includes massaging the key points of the body using medicated herbal oil. The therapy proves beneficial in providing rejuvenation, increasing immunity, getting rid of obesity, etc.
Dhara – It is one of the prominent result-oriented therapy. Dhara is very beneficial in curing sleeplessness, chronic headaches, mental tension, insanity, nightmares, etc. Herbal oil, medicated oil, coconut water, ghee, milk are the main ingredients used to conduct Dhara.
Kizhi – In this, muslin bags containing heated herbs and oils are used to exert pressure on the 'marma' or nerve points.
Ksheera Dhoomam – The therapy starts with pouring medicated oil on various parts of the body like neck, chest and face. It helps in treating speech disorders, facial paralysis, skin problems and pimples.
Pizhichil – A stream of hot oil is poured on the entire body. It helps in enhancing blood circulation and aids in maintaining the balance of body and mind.
Tharpanam – This treatment is suggested for all those who wish to improve their eyesight or are suffering from any eye disease. This process proceeds by making a boundary of gram paste or herbal mixture containing medicated oil.
Sirovasthi – A leak-proof cap containing black-gram powder and medicated oil is placed on the patient head. Sirovasthi helps to cure sleeplessness, facial paralysis, dryness in the throat and nostrils, severe chronic headache, Parkinsonism and multiple sclerosis.
Udwarthanam – The whole body is massaged in a specific manner using herbal powders. The therapy works wonders in weight reduction, controlling cholesterol levels and tightening loosened skin.
Nasyam – The treatment involves pouring of medicated oil or herbal juice in the nostrils. This further helps to eliminate toxins from the neck and head. Nasyam aids in curing sinusitis, migraine, chronic cold, cervical spondylitis, chest congestion and facial palsy. Moreover, the outcomes of the therapy include lightness of the head and body and better sleeping ability.
Njavara Kizhi – Widely practiced in Kerala, the therapy involves placing little boluses carrying specially cooked rice. The body is made to perspire as the rice pudding is placed over it. Depending upon the patient's problem, adequate pressure and movements are decided. The rice pudding contents are forced out from the bag onto the body because of the pressure from the massage strokes. The excess rice pudding residue that is forced out, is collected and rewarmed and massaged onto the client's body again. This keeps on going until all the contents have been extracted out and used to massage. The therapy is used to treat chronic rheumatic diseases, various disorders of the nervous system, emaciation of limbs, joint pains, and multiple sclerosis. It further helps the body to become strong and sturdy.
Vasthi – Curing an array of health disorders, Vasthi follows the Panchakarma style of Ayurveda treatments. Herbal oils or herbal extracts are applied throughout the rectum. This helps to maintain health, purifying the body and longevity. The therapy helps in treating paralysis, arthritis, numbness, hemiplegia, gastric complaints associated with constant constipation and rheumatism.
Anti-aging therapy
The well-planned therapy is aimed at delaying the aging process. Comprising of natural kitchen ingredients, medications and Ayurvedic herbs, the treatment is focused on three doshas of a person - vata, kapha and pitta. The treatment aims at offering a safe and long-lasting solution to anti-aging, opening new realms of health, beauty and wellness.
Duration: minimum 14 nights
Body cleaning
The practice of body cleansing is considered a vital part of an Ayurvedic lifestyle. Ayurveda recommends a program of internal cleansing at every specific period of time. This is done in order to clear the channels of the body of toxins that may have built up over the period of time. A complete Ayurvedic detoxification routine involves three phases — preparation, cleansing and post-cleansing. The therapy helps to improve metabolic function and digestion, maintains healthy body weight, aids in an improved sense of energy, vitality and promote improved overall health.
Duration: minimum 7 nights
Immunization
The therapy is beneficial for normal growth and development of a human being. It is a safe way of increasing intelligence, boosting immunity, preventing common recurrent infections and much more. The treatment also helps in improving memory, attention span, and concentration. Moreover, the therapy aids in reducing neuro-psychosomatic problems. It also helps to maintain health in children.
Duration: minimum 7 nights
Slimming program
The slimming programme comprises of herbal oil massage and medicated herbal powder massage. It also involves adhering to the specific diet prescribed during the treatment. Other procedures included in the program are medicated steam bath, intake of herbal tea, herbal juices, etc. In the beginning, the balancing of your doshas will be analyzed. Thereafter, a diet will be preferred for you which will help you reduce your weight in a healthy way.
Duration: minimum 7 nights
Stress Relief
Ayurveda is a magical approach to get relief from stress. The therapy is focused on relieving the stress from the Nervous System. It also provides relaxation to the entire body. Apart from the therapy, proper diet, pranayamas, yoga, meditation and lifestyle changes offer a holistic approach. The treatment works on various aspects of the body-mind through gradual stages.
This is just the beginning! Nikki's Nest offers much more than these. Special yoga sessions are conducted from 6:45 am from Monday to Saturday. Sunday is a rest day here.
Duration: minimum 7 nights