What is Murivenna Murivenna is a renowned Ayurvedic medicated oil formulated in Kerala, often described as a versatile Ropana taila (oil supporting natural wound repair). The term “Murivenna” literally means “oil for wounds”, Muri meaning wound and Enna meaning oil in Malayalam, reflecting its traditional use for cuts, burns, sprains, bone injuries, and skin irritations. […]
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Elakizhi treatment in Ayurveda also known as Patra Pottali Sweda, holds a significant place in Keraleeya Ayurvedic panchakarma therapy as a classical form of sudation therapy. It is traditionally used to balance aggravated Vata and Kapha doshas, the key bio-energies responsible for stiffness, swelling, and pain in the body. The therapy employs medicated leaves rich
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Podikizhi is a classical Keraleeya Panchakarma fomentation (Ooshma Sweda) that uses herbal powders (Choorna) to provide dry heat therapy for Vata- and Kapha-dominant conditions, especially musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders, and obesity. An important part of Panchakarma and Kayachikitsa, it helps relieve stiffness, heaviness, swelling, and restricted mobility. Unlike Elakizhi (Patra Pinda Sweda), which employs herbal
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Ayurvedic management of rheumatoid arthritis in a 52-year-old woman — Case study Patient Name: Withheld for privacy (anonymous, female, 52 years) Diagnosis Primary diagnosis: Rheumatoid arthritis (chronic inflammatory polyarthritis; clinically consistent with Amavata) Presenting condition (baseline) Duration of disease: 7 years (long-standing rheumatoid arthritis, previously managed with allopathic disease-modifying drugs and long-term corticosteroids). Main complaints
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Ayurvedic Treatment for Digestive Disorders focuses mainly on normalizing the Agni (digestive fire) status and eliminating Ama (toxins) from the body. This involves Deepana‑Pachana (digestive stimulants), Virechana (purgation), Vasti (medicated enemas), Shamana therapies, rejuvenating therapies, Takra Kalpana (buttermilk therapy), and classical internal formulations tailored to manage doshic imbalances. Additionally, it includes dietary modifications and lifestyle
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