Services
Ayurvedic Assessment
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What is an Ayurvedic Assessment?
An Ayurvedic Assessment is a comprehensive and personalised health assessment rooted in the ancient science of Ayurveda. It begins by identifying your Prakriti (Natural Body – Mind Constitution) and Vikriti (Current Imbalances) through traditional assessment methods and in depth discussion of your lifestyle, diet emotional state and health history.
Key Assessment Tools include observation of physical features including pulse assessment, skin temperature and touch. This assessment is essentially a detailed inquiry into health and lifestyle as well as emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
What to Expect
– A detailed conversation about your physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
– Assessment using authentic Ayurvedic techniques
– Identification of Doshic Imbalances
– Exploration of dietary habits, lifestyle choices, and stress factors
– Development of customized Ayurvedic rejuvenation programme
Programme may include
1) Ayurvedic Rejuvenative Massages and detoxification Programme (Panchakarma)
2) Dietary and lifestyle guidance
3) Advice on yoga and meditation routine
Benefits of Ayurvedic Consultation
– Restores balance: aligns physical, mental, social and spiritual through personalized care.
– Prevents illness: Strengthens immunity and builds resilience
– Addresses root causes: Goes beyond symptom management
– Promotes clarity and calm: Support mental and emotional wellbeing
– Improves digestion and metabolism: Enhances detoxification function.
– Enhances Vitality: Boosts energy, sleep quality and overall wellbeing.
– Empowers self care: Educates sustainable lifestyle practices
Session Details
– First Consultation, 90Minutes
– Cost –€ 150
– Follow Up – 30-45 minutes
– € 90
Therapeutic Massage & Therapy
Udwarthana
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Udwarthana – Ayurvedic Herbal Powder Massage
Awaken your senses and invigorate your body with Udwarthana, a unique dry herbal massage therapy. Designed to detoxify and stimulate, this traditional Ayurvedic treatment is highly effective for weight management, cellulite reduction, and Kapha balancing.
What is Udwarthana?
Udwarthana is a therapeutic massage using dry herbal powders, vigorously rubbed onto the body in upward strokes. Unlike oil-based massages, this technique generates friction that:
Stimulates circulation and lymphatic flow
Breaks down fat and stagnation in tissues
Exfoliates and detoxifies the skin
The powders used are customized for your dosha type.
What to expect:
Application of warm, coarse herbal powder across the body
Upward, firm strokes to stimulate blood flow and break down fat deposits
Targeted massage over abdomen, thighs, arms, and back
Optional herbal steam bath post-session to enhance detox and absorption
Ends with gentle skin cleansing and herbal tea for internal balance
Benefits of Udwarthana
Supports weight management – Aids in fat mobilization and Kapha reduction
Reduces excess Kapha – Removes heaviness and lethargy from the system
Improves skin health – Exfoliates dead cells, tightens skin, and adds glow
Boosts metabolism – Enhances digestive fire and circulation
Relieves stiffness – Beneficial for body aches and heaviness
Minimizes cellulite – Tones muscles and skin with consistent sessions
Improves mental alertness – Leaves you feeling fresh, light, and clear-headed
Session Details
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: 150€
Abhyangam
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Udwarthana – Ayurvedic Herbal Powder Massage
Awaken your senses and invigorate your body with Udwarthana, a unique dry herbal massage therapy. Designed to detoxify and stimulate, this traditional Ayurvedic treatment is highly effective for weight management, cellulite reduction, and Kapha balancing.
What is Udwarthana?
Udwarthana is a therapeutic massage using dry herbal powders, vigorously rubbed onto the body in upward strokes. Unlike oil-based massages, this technique generates friction that:
Stimulates circulation and lymphatic flow
Breaks down fat and stagnation in tissues
Exfoliates and detoxifies the skin
The powders used are customized for your dosha type.
What to expect:
Application of warm, coarse herbal powder across the body
Upward, firm strokes to stimulate blood flow and break down fat deposits
Targeted massage over abdomen, thighs, arms, and back
Optional herbal steam bath post-session to enhance detox and absorption
Ends with gentle skin cleansing and herbal tea for internal balance
Benefits of Udwarthana
Supports weight management – Aids in fat mobilization and Kapha reduction
Reduces excess Kapha – Removes heaviness and lethargy from the system
Improves skin health – Exfoliates dead cells, tightens skin, and adds glow
Boosts metabolism – Enhances digestive fire and circulation
Relieves stiffness – Beneficial for body aches and heaviness
Minimizes cellulite – Tones muscles and skin with consistent sessions
Improves mental alertness – Leaves you feeling fresh, light, and clear-headed
Session Details
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: 150€
Shirodhara
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Shirodhara – Ayurvedic Oil Stream Therapy
Calm your senses and enter a meditative state of balance with Shirodhara, a signature Ayurvedic Rejuvenative Therapy offered at Arunachala Known for its profound effects on the mind and nervous system, Shirodhara involves a continuous stream of warm herbal oil gently poured over the forehead — specifically over the Ajna Chakra (third eye).
What is Shirodhara?
Derived from two Sanskrit words — Shira (head) and Dhara (flow) — Shirodhara is a deeply relaxing therapy that helps relieve stress, anxiety, insomnia, migraine, and hormonal imbalances. The warm oil penetrates through the scalp, calming the mind and stabilizing the nervous system.
What to expect
Gentle Rejuvenative massage for complete relaxation
A continuous stream of warm herbal oil poured on the forehead in a rhythmic pattern
Followed by a brief rest period and herbal drink for grounding
Benefits of Shirodhara
Relieves mental fatigue – Improves clarity, focus, and cognitive function
Improves sleep – Highly recommended for insomnia and disturbed sleep
Reduces stress and anxiety – Calms the nervous system and emotional turbulence
Soothes migraines and headaches – Especially beneficial for chronic tension
Balances hormones – Supports endocrine balance, particularly in women
Enhances hair and scalp health – Nourishes roots and prevents hair loss
Promotes spiritual well-being – Activates the third eye and enhances mindfulness
Session Details
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: 180€ + 3 session package – 450 €
Podikizhi
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Podikizhi – Herbal Powder Bundle Therapy
Relieve muscle stiffness, improve mobility, and restore your energy flow with Podikizhi, This dry heat therapy is especially effective for musculoskeletal issues, stress relief, and detoxification.
What is Podikizhi?
Podikizhi (Podi = Herbal powder, Kizhi = bundle) is a Rejuvenative massage using warm pouches of roasted herbal powders applied to the body with rhythmic tapping, pounding, and rubbing. It is one of the most commonly used Swedana (sudation) therapies in Ayurveda, promoting sweating, toxin release, and pain relief.
The herbal powders are selected according to the individual’s body constitution (Dosha imbalance) and specific health condition.
What to expect:
Preparation of herbal powder bundles, heated to the optimal therapeutic temperature
Application of these bundles through tapping, pressing, and massaging techniques
Focused attention on pain-prone areas such as the back, neck, shoulders, or joints
Often followed by herbal steam bath for deeper detox
Benefits of Podikizhi
Relieves joint and muscular pain – Especially effective for arthritis, spondylosis, and myalgia
Improves circulation and induces sweating – Aids in detoxification
Reduces stiffness and heaviness – Improves mobility and flexibility
Soothes inflammation – Useful for chronic inflammatory conditions
Strengthens muscles and nerves – Revitalizes fatigued limbs
Relieves mental tension – Offers a deeply grounding and calming effect
Session Details
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: 150 €
Shiro Abhyanga
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Shiro Abhyanga – Ayurvedic Head Massage
Soothe your senses and nourish your mind with Shiro Abhyanga, a rejuvenating Ayurvedic head massage This gentle yet profound therapy focuses on the scalp, neck, and shoulders to release tension, enhance clarity, and promote hair and scalp health.
What is Shiro Abhyanga?
Shiro Abhyanga is the application of warm herbal oil on the head, followed by a rhythmic massage technique. Rich in therapeutic benefits, this treatment helps to:
Calm the mind and balance the nervous system
Relieve stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue
Improve circulation to the scalp and nourish hair roots
Stimulate Marma points to energize the entire body
What to expect
Gentle pouring of warm oil onto the crown and scalp
Circular massage on head, forehead, temples, and neck
Shoulder massage to release stored stress and stiffness
Optional face massage to enhance relaxation
Herbal tea offered post-session for inner harmony
Benefits of Shiro Abhyanga
Relieves stress and anxiety – Promotes mental clarity and calm
Strengthens hair and scalp – Reduces hair fall and nourishes roots
Enhances sleep – Ideal for those suffering from insomnia
Relieves headaches – Eases tension and promotes blood flow
Boosts concentration – Improves focus and emotional balance
Balances all three Dosha – Especially beneficial for Vata and Pitta
Session Details
Duration: 30 minutes
Cost: 75€
Paada Abhyanga
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Paada Abhyanga – Ayurvedic Foot Massage
Ground your energy and restore inner calm with Paada Abhyanga, the ancient Ayurvedic foot massage therapy This deeply relaxing treatment focuses on marma points of the feet to calm the nervous system, enhance circulation, and promote sound sleep.
What is Paada Abhyanga?
Paada Abhyanga is a traditional Ayurvedic foot massage using warm herbal oils and therapeutic strokes. According to Ayurveda, the feet contain vital energy points connected to major organs and systems in the body. Stimulating these points offers full-body benefits by:
Activating nerve endings and improving circulation
Grounding Vata and calming excess energy
Enhancing the quality of sleep and reducing stress
Soothing tired, aching feet and legs
Therapy Experience at Arunachala
Your specialist applies warm herbal oil and follows with:
Rhythmic massage of soles, heels, toes, and ankles
Pressure stimulation on key Marma points and energy zones
Post-massage relaxation with herbal tea to integrate effects
Benefits of Paada Abhyanga
Promotes deep relaxation – Calms the nervous system and reduces anxiety
Improves sleep quality – Supports restful, uninterrupted sleep
Boosts circulation – Increases oxygenation to feet and lower limbs
Alleviates fatigue – Revitalizes tired legs and feet
Balances Vata dosha – Especially effective during travel or stress
Supports overall wellbeing – Influences internal organs via reflex zones
Session Details
Duration: 30 minutes
Cost: 75 €
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