Njavarakizhi is a two step therapy for total body care. The treatment process involves the preparation of medicated rice with other herbal medicines used with a view for sudation. This is most important treatment in Ayurveda for the goodwill of one’s whole body and mind.Used in removing tan,sunburn, also stroke emanciation patients

Method – Njavarakizhi therapy involves a generous amount of medicated oil being applied to the whole body. The body is then massaged with small cotton cloth boluses filled with cooked Njavara rice. The boluses are dipped in this regenerating mixture of cow’s milk and a brewed herbal decoction, and then applied all over the body to induce sudation (sweat). Njavara in Malayalam stands for the rice that grows in 60 days; Kizhi stands for bolus. Njavara is an indigenous variety of rice grown in Kerala, having medicinal properties.

The patient is made to lie down on the massage table. The bolus containing rice is dipped into herbal oils chosen depending on the patient’s health condition. Depending on the requirements of the treatment, the massage may be on part of the body or the entire body. It is a Swedana procedure that causes sweating. There are seven different postures through which the massage is done for the patient. Once the procedure is complete, coconut leaves are used to remove rice stuck on the body. A herbal oil massage is then given on the entire body. The patient can take a bath 30 minutes after the procedure.

Benefits – Njavarakizhi treatment is highly rejuvenating, nourishing and prepares the individual to bear the stresses and strains of a busy lifestyle. It enhances physical consistency, strengthens the nervous system and improves the overall appearance of the skin. This is a strengthening treatment employed in neurological disorders, rheumatism, arthritis and malnutrition of limbs.

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