Treatment - Pizhichil

Pizhichil or Sarvangdhara as the name indicates ,means dhara given on whole body. This treatment is effective in all kinds of skeletal and muscular diseases, Rheumatoid Arthritis, osteoarthritis, lumbago, sciatica, hemiplegia, neuropathy, etc. The patient is allowed to lie on the wooden board and the prescribed medicated oil is applied on his head and body. Warm medicated oil is poured on the body by dipping pieces of clean cloth in the oil and squeezing them over the body. The duration of the treatment varies according to the condition of the patient. The body is massaged lightly and wiping with a dry towel or giving a bath in warm water removes the oil over the body.