Abhyangam with Kizhi
A combination of Ayurveda oil massage and herbal heat compress. Reduces body pain, nerve compression and muscle stiffness.
This treatment combines a full-body oil massage with warm muslin herbal poultices, known as Kizhi, that are patted and stamped across the body. Targeted pressure, heat and herbal oils work together to penetrate the tissues.
The combined action draws out stiffness and toxins, providing immediate physical relief and an enveloping sense of warmth.
What this therapy supports
- Eases chronic back and neck pain
- Relieves joint stiffness and muscle spasms
- Reduces stress, exhaustion and insomnia
- Improves circulation, skin tone and flexibility
- Supports post-workout recovery
The session, step by step
Oil massage
A full-body oil massage prepares and relaxes the body.
Poultice application
Warm herbal poultices are patted and stamped across the body.
Penetrating warmth
Pressure, heat and herbal oils penetrate the tissues with herbal aromas.
Immediate relief
The treatment closes with immediate physical relief and warmth.
Avoid this therapy with a fever or acute inflammatory illness, indigestion, diarrhoea or Ama, infectious skin conditions, open wounds or rashes, advanced cardiovascular disease, DVT or uncontrolled high blood pressure, during the first days of menstruation or pregnancy, or immediately after a heavy meal.