Somatheeram is the first Ayurvedic resort in Kerala. It is located at Chowara, 9 km from Kovalam.  An Ayurvedic therapy and Yoga in a peaceful atmosphere by the sea can be seen only at Somatheeram. The place is famous for tourist attractions in Kerala. “Ayur’’ means life and “Veda” means science so Ayurveda word literally means science of life. Before the discovery of medicines we can control our diseases through massages, therapies and herbal medicines. Now, for a small fever we take too much medicine. Then we are destroying our immunity power of our body. Through Ayurveda we can get rid of all worries, tensions and illness. Somatheeram offers treatment for various diseases such as rheumatism, respiratory problems, blood pressure, cholesterol, paralysis etc. Mostly Europeans are coming here for treatment. Most of the treatments are very expensive. Let us discuss some of the treatments in Somatheeram handled by expert therapists.

Pizhichil:

This treatment is very useful for patients’ suffering from Arthritis, Paralysis, Nervous weakness, Nervous’ disorder and sexual weakness. It is a special luke warm herbal oil treatment by expert therapists for 15 days.

Njavarakizhi:

This treatment is for patients’ suffering from joint pain, muscle pain, cholesterol and certain type of skin diseases. In this method different types of medicines are tied up in a bag and apply to specific part of the body. This treatment lasts for a period of 16 days.

Dhara:

This is mainly for reducing mental tensions and severe headache. In this process some medicated milk, butter or herbal oil is pouring through a small hole on the forehead for 45 minutes.

Abhyangam:

This treatment is a special type of oil massaging very useful for obesity patients.

Marma massage:

This treatment is useful for patients suffering from injuries occurred from sports, dance and other activities. This massage helps to strengthen the inner parts of the body.

An Aurvedic academic center is also there. The courses taught are Basic Panchakarma, Basic Massage, Marma Massage, Foot Massage, Head Massage, Yoga course, Meditation course and Herbal beauty Care. Some body Care treatments are, for reducing ageing, body immunization therapy, to reduce stress and strain “Manasanthy” treatment. Some other attractions like various cultural programmes, dance, music and  Kerala dishes.

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