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Kizhi is a targeted pain management treatment in Ayurveda and Kalari chikitsa. The medicinal herbs in these poultices are combined with therapeutic heat, herbal oil and massage, to enhance the pain-relieving effects.

We use a wide variety of herbal oils in our treatments for pain and injury management. The herbal oils used and their applicaton will depend on the location, stage and cause of your condition. The correct choice of oil is vital in the effectiveness of traditional Ayurvedic treatments.

Marma applications are an important part of our Kalari treatments for injuries and pain-related conditions. Our method of marma applications comes from Kerala’s Kalaripayattu tradition.

Heat therapy is an important method for pain relief used in Ayurveda and Kalari chikitsa. The therapeutic use of heat relieves pain, decreases muscle spasm, relaxes muscle tension and can increase range of motion.

Herbal medicine has always been a part of Kalaripayattu, the traditional martial art of Kerala. For a Kalaripayattu student, traditional medicine making is an integral element of their physical and mental training.