Exserendib Ayurvedic Treatment (1 Day Standard Course)

· Those who wish to enjoy Ayurvedic Treatment in Colombo.
· Those who want to replenish body health.
· Those who want to tone their muscles and enhance skin appearance.
· Those who want a relaxation treatment to recover from fatigue.
· Those who want to increase stamina / improve sleeping pattern / increase physical fitness.

Ayurveda (In short for Ayurvedic medicine) is one of the world's oldest holistic healing procedure developed more than 3,000 years ago in India.

The main purpose of Ayurveda is to help in promoting good health. Hence, the belief of achieving good health and wellness for Ayurvedic treatment is based on the balance between the mind, body and spirit.

<Shirodhara>
1. Cleansing of face will be done
2. A cloth will be placed to isolate the forehead from other parts of the face
3. Pouring of oil will be done slowly on the forehead for 30 minutes

<Shareera Abhyanga (Body treatment)>
1. Massage oil will be warmed
2. Massage will be conducted with oil for head, body as well as a choice of face/foot.

<Vashpa Sweda (Herbal steam bath)>
1. Medicinal herbs are kept boiling within the steam chamber
2. After Shareera Abhyanga, lying down inside the steam chamber will be advised
3. Steam will be passed through the body for the treatment

· Shareera Abhyanga (Body treatment):
This massage involves application of oil on the body used for relaxation. It is nourishing, relieves fatigue and increases stamina. The abhyanga (massage) can help to give more toned muscles and promote blood circulation to reduce body ache. The selection for the type of the oil depends on the diagnosis. After the treatment, patient can get better sleep quality, improved mental attentiveness as well as more lustrous skin.

· Vashapa Sweda (Herbal steam bath):
This treatment uses steam bath mixed in herbs. The patient will be exposed to the steam in sitting or lying down position for a certain period of time, depending on the health issues. Fully medicated steam is released in a chamber so that the person can have the body below the neck completely bathed in medicated steam. Apart from removing toxins, this bath can relieve body ache, cleanse the skin and give therapeutic effects.

· Shirodhara:
'Shiro' means head and 'Dhara' means pouring in a stream; Shirodhara is the treatment in which warm, herbal Ayurvedic oil is poured onto forehead. The treatment helps to balance and stabilize the mind by purifying the mind, alleviating anxiety, reducing headaches as well as expanding awareness.

· Nourishes the entire body
· Tones the muscles
· Relieves body ache and pain
· Relieves arthritis
· Increases circulation
· Increases stamina
· Calms the nerves
· Improves sleep quality
· Eliminates toxins
· Softens, cleanses and smoothens skin
· Reduces anxiety and stress
· Relaxes the mind

· Refrain from getting exposed to cold air and water immediately after steam bath.
· Consuming cold drinks after the therapy is also not recommended.
· Dizziness might happen during steam bath. If this happens, the therapist will give medicine or stop the herbal steam bath. This is a rare occurrence but please share with the therapists if you have concerns.

Q1: Are the massage oils made from natural ingredients?
A1: Yes, the massage oils are from natural ingredients.

Q2: What kind of diseases can benefit from the treatment?
A2: The treatment can help with osteoarthritis, backache, obesity, allergic rhinitis and postnatal symptoms. It is also recommended for sportsperson to increase stamina and endurance.

Q3: Can the treatment cause any harm?
A3: This treatment is not for those with diarrhea, bleeding disorders, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, jaundice, broken skin disorders, fever, severe cardiac diseases and pregnant women. People who do not have the contraindications listed can get the therapy without issues.

[Clinic Name] Exserendib Ayurveda Cure and Therapy
[Location] Colombo, Sri Lanka
[Nearest Station / Attraction] The clinic is located in the heart of Colombo, situated at Flower Road and a 3 mins walk away from Cinnamon Red Hotel.
[Clinic Opening Time] 9:00AM - 8:00PM