Njavarakizhi, known as Shashtikashali Pinda Swedana, is a Massage Therapy used in Ayurveda to tone and strengthen the muscles and enhance nerve conductivity. Njavarakizhi treatment is a unique therapy that has its origins in Kerala. ‘Njavara’ is a Malayalam word which is a special type of rice (Oryza Sativa) used in therapy. ‘Kizhi’ means bolus or a poultice referring to a cloth ball. Njavarakizhi Treatment makes use of rice that is cooked and filled in a cotton bolus. Medicated oil is applied to the bolus and this is used to massage the body gently to create sweat. The Njavarakizhi in Ayurveda helps to remove toxins from the body and is helpful in providing relief from stress.

Benefits:

• It strengthens the immune system.
• It improves skin health and calms the mind.
• It helps to revitalise the sensory and motor functions.
• It helps to rejuvenate the body and is thus used in Ayurvedic treatment.
• It helps pacify vitiation in the Vata Dosha that may cause several health problems.
• People with sleep problems would benefit from this therapy thanks to its calming effect etc.