Podikizhi

Podikizhi (also known as Choorna Swedam) is an Ayurvedic treatment with herbal powder that is effective in treating arthritis, backaches and myalgia.

What is the process of Podikizhi?

Medicinal herbal powder is used in this treatment: herbs are cleaned, dried and powdered to make into a bolus. Medicated oil may first be applied over the body based on your body’s conditions or as advised by our Ayurvedic consultant. The herbal bolus is warmed and dabbed over your body or the affected area. The bolus is heated intermittently over the course of the treatment to provide a soothing healing.

What are the benefits?

Podikizhi Ayurveda treatment removes the nociceptive toxins from your circulatory system – clearing the channels and improving blood circulation. It helps alleviate any inflammation of your spinal muscles and is effective in managing lower back aches, cervical spondylosis and frozen shoulder. Podikizhi is a great therapy for the relief of spasms, joint pains and muscle stiffness as it can help lubricate the joint and strengthen the spinal muscles. Thus it is helpful in treatment of arthritis and bursitis.

How long is the treatment?

Each session of Podikizhi Ayurveda treatment is 60 minutes and is completed over the course of 7 or 10 days.