Panchakarma Treatments
At the Mountain Top Clinic, a complete range of authentic Ayurvedic treatments are available, each addressing a specific aspect of mental and physical wellbeing.

All Panchakarma treatments are administered by our highly qualified therapists. Two Ayurvedic therapists will work in harmony to perform all of your therapies during the course of the daily treatments prescribed by your physician.

Abhyanga
This traditional, synchronized, full-body treatment is given by two experienced Ayurvedic therapists using warm herbal oil. A variety of Ayurvedic techniques are applied, working along the energy channels of your body to restore the flow of vital energy (Prana). Regular Abhyanga treatments will aid in delaying and preventing degenerative diseases, help to liquefy toxins, and will induce relaxation. Abhayanga is also effective in normalizing blood pressure, eliminating impurities, and initiating deep healing within cells. Best for Vata constitutions; affects bones, joints, tendons, ligaments & muscles; bestows clarity of vision.

Uzhichil
Uzhichil is one of the most effective therapies in Panchakarma, and involves the application of deep pressure to specific vital areas of the body known as “marma points.” This pressure, along with oil, stimulates the circulation as well as the nervous system, which enhances the nutrition supply to the cells and reverses the aging process.

Shiro dhara
Shiro dhara is the method of pouring warm herbal oil in a uniform pendulum motion onto the forehead to pacify and revitalize the mind and body. In addition to its rejuvenating and anti-aging effects, Shiro dhara improves memory, normalizes sleep patterns, addresses other neurological disorders, and strengthens the heart and third eye chakras.

Pizhichil
Also known as Kaya Seka, Pizhichil is a rejuvenating experience during which lukewarm herbal oils anoint the entire body. The procedure is very slow and rhythmic with light pressure. Pizhichil is effective for both musculoskeletal and neurological disorders, as it strengthens immunity, lubricates the joints, and increases flexibility. It is a specialized treatment for degenerative diseases of the brain and spinal cord, and is best suited for Vata conditions.

Ela Kizhi/Patra Potli Swedan
This Panchakarma therapy is a highly rejuvenating herbal practice for treating Vata, in which medicinal leaves are cut into small pieces, fried with several herbal ingredients, and tied into boluses. The boluses are dipped into warm medicated oil until they turn a light brown colour, then patted rhythmically all over the body.

Podi Kizhi
Following a full body massage with dosha specific oils, this Panchakarma process induces therapeutic sweating by the application of warmed herbal poultices to the body. Choornaswedana, also known as Podi kizhi, increases circulation, speeds up the detox process, and relieves muscle pain, stiffness, rheumatism, and arthritis. It is very effective for balancing Vata-Kapha constitutions.

Udwarthana
Udwarthana is a deep, dry massage using herbal powders which stimulate the hair follicles, assisting to break down the body’s excess subcutaneous fat. This treatment addresses obesity, diabetes, and cellulites by mobilizing toxins so that yoiur body can more easily remove them from the tissue. It is best suited for Kapha & Kapha-Vata disorders.

Navarakizhi
In this process, the rice variety “Navra,” which has great nutritional value, is cooked with cow’s milk and an herbal decoction made from an herb called “Kurunthotti.” This procedure is adored by the physicians and is offered to the healing energy Dhanwantari, seeking his blessing. This treatment strengthens the body, rejuvenates the tissues, improves muscle tone, and improves blood supply by opening up the channels of circulation. It is effective in addressing diseases of the nervous system and other conditions such as chronic rheumatism, osteoarthritis, gout, emaciation of muscles, and numbness. This Panchakarma treatment makes the body strong and sturdy, nourishes the tissues, and increases immunity.

Dhanyamla Dhara
Dhanyamla dhara involves the pouring of fermented liquid prepared from various types of grains. It is highly beneficial for regaining cell consciousness and is effective for treating autoimmune disorders.

Takra Dhara
This Panchakarma treatment is a calming experience where medicated buttermilk is poured onto the forehead in a uniform pendulum motion, bringing relief to those who suffer from insomnia, depression, gynecological, psychological, and stress related conditions.