Manaltheeram located about 9 kms from Kovalam, is located along the inclines of a hill overlooking the sea. A sister concern of the famous Somatheeram Research Institute & Ayurveda Hospital, Manaltheeram offers an extravaganza for the body, mind and soul. First and foremost, visiting this beautiful place presents an opportunity to take advantage of Ayurveda, an ancient medical practice followed in India. With its specially prescribed massages and therapies all the stress and worry will simply wash away. Manaltheeram also provides therapies which are effective in treating various conditions such as arthritis, rheumatism, paralysis and many more.
Yoga, the art of reflecting and understanding is something which every individual should know and learn about. Manaltheeram conducts classes on Yoga in an effort to heal the soul as well, thus completing the healing process set in motion by an Ayurvedic treatment.
Thatched villas, traditional Kerala style houses, garden cottages, Deluxe suites- there is a lot of variety in the accommodation available at Manaltheeram. While giving the relish of a village life, they are all well provided with modern facilities to make for a comfortable and untroubled holiday. Shoe flowers, ixoras, marigolds as well as coconut palms, rare herbs adorning the gardens are a delight to perceive and an added glory to Manaltheeram.
The open air restaurant at Manaltheeram with its wicker chairs, lawns and paved paths is designed to keep up with the whole ambience and theme of Manaltheeram. Delectable food is a specialty at Manaltheeram with its choice of about 250 vegetarian dishes, raw salads and juices. Cultural performances and other programmes are held for entertainment.
The Ayurvedic therapies at Manaltheeram are prescribed by experienced Ayurvedic doctors in accordance with the condition and the constitution of the patient. The masseurs are well trained and they execute the treatments with perfection and care. The common body care therapies include those for rejuvenation, slimming, stress management, body immunization, body purification etc. The treatments for arthritis, paralysis, nervous disorders, mental tensions, fibromyalgia are also carried out here.
01- REJUVENATION THERAPY
This Treatment includes body massage with hand and foot by two masseurs with medicated oil and cream, internal rejuvenative medicines and medicated steam bath. This therapy is for 90 minutes to 2 hours per day for 7 to 14 days. This therapy is to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul, to tone up skin, to strengthen all systems so as to achieve ideal health and longevity.
02- BODY PURIFICATION THERAPY
It is a process of purifying the whole body to attain proper balance of Vatha, Pitha and Kapha based on the Panchkarma and Swethakarma Treatment. The 15 day package process include Body massage, Snehapanam, Nasyam, Virachanam(Medicated purgative), Snehavasthi, Dhara , Pizhichil, Njavarakizhi, Karnapooranam, Tharpanam, Sirovasthi, Steam Bath, and internal herbal medicines.
03- SLIMMING PROGRAMME
The slimming programme at Somatheeram includes medicated herbal powder massage and herbal oil massage. Adhering to the specific diet prescribed during the treatment forms one of the essential parts of the programme. Other treatment procedures include medicated steam bath, intake of herbal juices, herbal tea etc. 21 and 28 nights packages are available for this programme.
04 – STRESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME
The modern day exposes the body and mind to a lot of stress and tension. The stress management programme at Somatheeram combines Yoga, meditation and Ayurveda therapy in a 14 nights package to help attain a relaxed state of mind. The other steps in the programme are rejuvenation massage, rejuvenation therapy, dhara, njavarkizhi, thalam, herbal steam bath, herbal pack, intake of herbal medicines etc.
05 – BEAUTY CARE PROGRAMME
One looks beautiful and radiant only when beauty of the inner body surfaces. Inner beauty can be achieved through Yoga, Meditation and use of beauty enhancers. Outer beauty includes the obvious traits such as contours of the body, texture of the skin and the quality of the hair and nails. Massage is the easy method for the proper circulation of vital fluids to give a beautiful lusture to the skin. In this programme herbal face pack, herbal cream massage, massage with special oils, fruit juices, herbal juices, body pack, head pack, steam bath or herbal bath and intake of herbal juices are included. This treatment improves the skin complexion, skin tone and muscle tone.
06- AYURVEDA ANTI AGEING PROGRAMME
The various cells and tissues of the body undergo changes as age advances . So it is necessary to rejuvenate the body systems for a better harmony of the body, mind and soul. Ayurveda prescribes treatment for repairing the wear and tear of the body due to ageing process. After proper purification by evacuating measures, one can increase the vital energy called “ojas” which improves strength and vitality through the “ Rasayana “ intake. This process ensures prolonged lifespan, youthfulness, good health, fine complexion, stoutness, intellect, power of retention and strength. The 28 day package process includes body massages with special oils and herbal juices, njavaratheppu ( Massage with rice pudding), naranmgakizhi, karyasekam with medicated oil or decoctions or milk, snehapanam, virechana, ksheeravasthy, snehavasthy thalapothichil, sirodhara, head massge with special herbal juices, thalam , srubhath, herbal bath, steam bath and Rasayana intake with very special diet.
07 – BODY IMMUNIZATION / LONGEVITY TREATMENT
This is the prime treatment in Ayurveda for reducing the ageing process, arresting the degeneration of the body cells and immunization of the system. Giving RASAYANA (very special Ayurvedic medicine) internally is the main part of this programme, based on the Panchakarma and Swethakarma treatment. The 28-day package process includes Body massage, Snehapanam, Virechanam, Nasyam, Snehavasthi, Dhara, Pizhichil, Njavarakizhi, Tharpanam, Sirovasthi, Karnapooranam and Medicated Steam Bath. This treatment is best effective if taken before the age of 60, for either sex.
08 – MANASANTHY
The human mind is full of stress and strain which creates hormonal imbalance and psychosomatic disorders such as Hypertension, Ulcerative Colitis, Ischaemic Heart Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Diabetic Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Migraine, Rheumatoid Arthritis etc. This is a combination of Yoga-Meditation and Ayurveda Therapy with holistic method. This treatment is very effective for stress management as well as for the purification of your body and mind helping you to attain the right balance and temperament of the mind. This therapy includes Yoga, Meditation, Rejuvenation Therapy, Dhara, Njavarakizhy, Thalam, Herbal Steam Bath, Herbal Pack etc, with intake of Herbal Medicines. Duration : 10 days
This is an effective treatment for all types of psoriasis. This special Ayurvedic treatment programme lasts for 21 to 28 days. This programme includes special Lapanam, Abhyangam, Snehapanam, Pizhichil, Medicated Steam Bath and Sirovasthi along with exclusively prepared internal herbal medicines.
10 – SPINE AND NECK CARE PROGRAMME
This special treatment keeps your spine and neck healthy and cures problems related to neck and spine. This programme includes Special Massages, Kativasthi, Snehavasthi, Kashayavasthi, Pizhichil, Njavarakizhi, special Exercises etc. Duration : 10 days
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