Udvarthanam

Udvarthanam is a special deep tissue massage therapy using herbal powders or oils. In this therapeutic treatment, the powder is rubbed forcibly on the body and a massage is performed later on the whole body. It is excellent to lose weight by removing the excess fat accumulated in the subcutaneous tissues and dead cellulite. Regular udwarthanam is very effective for improving blood circulation, mobility of joints, strength of muscles, for removing bad body odor, reduced blood cholesterol, healthy skin, rejuvenation and a total well-being.

Udvarthanam Treatment

Firstly the patient is asked to void his bowel and bladder and to be calm and concentrate on self. The Udvartana powder is taken and warmed in a vessel. The powder is then taken by the therapist in the palm and is applied over the body in seven different positions- sitting, lying on the back, left lateral, lying on the stomach, right lateral, lying on the back and sitting. During the massage, the pressure is applied from below upwards for a specific period of about 30 to 45 minutes. Pressure applied to the patient is according to his or her convenience.

Benefits of Udvarthanam Treatment :

• Reduces blood pressure.
• Helps the body to rejuvenate.
• Reduces the excess fat accumulated in subcutaneous tissues
• Softens and gives a bright glow to the skin, exfoliates dead skin cells
• Detoxification, cleansing, skin toning.
• Improves blood circulation conditions.
• Reduces obesity.