Udvarthanam – Powder massage

Udvarthanam is one among the daily regimen (dinacharya). Itโ€™s the most sought after Ayurvedic massage treatment is specifically designed for weight loss and fat reduction. Also known as powder massage, this Ayurvedic Body scrub uses herbal powder to promote active blood flow, thereby revitalizing and reconditioning the body.

Procedure
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The patient is made to lie on the treatment table. Two Ayurvedic therapists would then apply special medicated powder prepared from various herbs all over the body and gently massage in a particular pattern. The treatment duration would be from 45 to 60 minutes daily and the treatment period would range from 14-28 days depending on the body condition. The therapy helps in removing the fatty deposits from the body and aid in weight loss. It also improves the blood circulation and mobility of the limbs and joints. It removes the cellulite accumulations, thereby providing the skin with shine and smoothness, and is beneficial for many other Kapha predominant diseases.

Powders according to dosha
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Vata
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Vidayrady choornam
Yavakulathady choornam

Pitta
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Nalpamarady choornam
Panchavalkala choornam

Kapha
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Thriphalaldy choornam
Elady choornam
Kolakulathady choornam

Indications
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Obesity
Loss of sensation
Loose skin after weight loss
Paralysis
Skin diseases
Impaired blood circulation
Oily skin
Diabetic foot
Heaviness, numbness of thigh and calf muscles
Varicose vein
Arthrosclerosis
Hard swelling
Reduce fat, mucus and toxins