Ayurveda: Where East blends with the West

Abhyanga is an ancient Indian Ayurvedic oil massage therapy for healing and detoxifying Body, Mind and Spirit. This ayurvedic detox and stress reduction therapy is performed by herbal oils. It incorporates an aromatic combination of oils prepared with herbs warmed and blended to your Dosha type. A variety of Ayurvedic techniques is applied to work along the energy channels of your body in a synchronized manner to restore the flow of vital energy, Prana, where it has become blocked. Lymphatic stimulation with ayurvedic herbal oils help squeeze out toxic accumulation from channels. Hence it is DETOXIFYING massage. Warm oil is the best remedy for Vata which is governing energy for healthy body and mind, Abhyanga oil massage initiates deep healing within cells . Hence it is one of the most popular therapy in Ayurveda Body work treatments.

* The Most Popular Therapy in Ayurveda.

Experience the most divine ancient Ayurvedic ritual to rest and calm the mind at Ayurveda Wellness Center & Holistic Spa - Shirodhara. A steady flow of warm oil onto the forehead stimulates the pituitary gland, or "third-eye." This is one of the most divine therapies, awakening your body’s intuitive knowledge.

"Shiro," means head, and "dhara" is the continuous flow of a liquid. In this process, warm herbal oils, milk or buttermilk, or decoctions are poured in a slow steady stream on your forehead. This treatment is profoundly relaxing, nourishing. It will improve your mental clarity and comprehension.

Follow your warm oil massage with an exquisite herbal steam treatment that will leave you feeling clear, rejuvenated and deeply moisturized. Medicinal herbs such as lavender, chamomile, bay leaf, eucalyptus, rosemary and lemongrass help to clear the channels, relax the muscles and nurture the senses. This treatment aids in the elimination of toxins and is beneficial for stiffness, coughs, pain in the ears, neck or head, edema (swelling) and promotes deep relaxation.

Swedana is an individualised herbal steam bath. Swedana is a unique treatment where the head and the area of the heart are kept cool during the steam bath while the body is heated to remove impurities found deep within the tissues. In this technique you either sit or lie down on your back. Swedana treatment include various forms of heat therapies which may be done damp or dry, locally or for the whole body. The process open the tissues of the body with heat saturation and oil. When the tissues open, toxins or ama, deep seated in the body, can be expelled out of the skin. This helps reduce inflammation, promotes healing, and improves blood circulation and restoration. The treatment is not appropriate for people with heart disease or hypertension as the heat may cause an increase in heart rate and blood pressure.

The name says it all – it’s the combination of abhyanga, shirodhara, and swedana. This is the ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation therapy while also detoxifying the body, mind, and spirit.

This heavenly therapy is a combination of Abhyanga, Shirodhara and Swedana, and takes the mind, body and spirit on an inner journey of relaxation and mental purification. Each therapy includes meditation and rest. By creating deep relaxation, promoting energy flow, and purifying the body and mind, Ayurvedic Bliss Therapy encourages a deep remembering of balance, wellness and peace that supports the healing process and allows for a connection to Spirit.

Nasya Therapy is a sinus therapy with herbal oils such as herbal oil, ghee, or herbal powder. Your nose is the doorway to the brain as well as the doorway to consciousness. Prana, the life force, enters your body through each breath taken in through your nose. The seat of Prana is in the brain and maintains sensory and motor functions.

Our therapy at Apex-MD involves healing oil application to your head, face, neck, and shoulder along with herbal oils stimulating Marma points, followed by deep inhalation of herbal steam and guided self administration of herbal oil or ghee into the nostrils. Afterwards, your palms and feet are also gently massaged.

Benefits of Nasya Therapy

• Opens and clears breathing channels
• Great relief for allergies, sinusitis, migraine headache, and frequent colds
• Melts the tension in your face with aromatic warm towel compresses

What is Pancha Karma detox program?

Pancha Karma cleansing programs are available in packages of 3 – 21 days. You can choose how many days depending on your level of health, time schedule, and budget.

3 – 5 Day Program

We also offer “mini” Pancha Karma program for those who want to experience PK, but may not have the time or money for a more extensive program.

7 Day Program:

A seven day cleanse is the traditional Pancha Karma time frame. This allows for detoxifying all 7 layers of tissues, or Dhatus as they are called in Ayurveda. (The 7 Dhatu layers of the body – Plasma, Blood, Muscle, Fat, Bone, Marrow & Nerves, Reproductive Tissue) It takes at least 7 days to reach and cleanse the deepest level of tissue.

8 – 21 Day Program

For those with more serious health concerns and chronic illnesses, we may suggest that you follow a longer program. This way you could more gently detoxify the system at a slower pace, and receive the benefits of deep cleansing and experience lasting changes. This longer pancha karma is also meant for someone on the spiritual path, seeking experience that lead to enlightenment. In India, it is common for one to undergo pancha karma rejuvenation for up to 90 days, at which point the body/mind is totally transformed and made new again. * Fees can be adjusted/discounted to reflect the longer program.

PRICES Please talk with our office for discounter treatment prices for 7 days and 21 days program

What is Pancha Karma?

The Panchakarma or five cleansing methods explain the origination of the name of the treatment procedure as Panchakarma that means five processes and how Panchakarma works. The detoxification or the cleansing process of Panchakarma involves five basic shodanas or five different cleansing methods that after systematic and consecutive application fulfill the requirement of the objectives of the treatment.