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Podi Kizhi Therapy
Podi Kizhi Therapy (Dry Herbal Powder Therapy)
Herbal Powder Bolus Therapy for Pain Relief & Joint Health
Podikizhi (Choorna Swedana) is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy that uses heated herbal powders packed in cloth pouches and applied to the body through therapeutic massage. The warmth and medicinal herbs penetrate deep into tissues to reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation, making it highly beneficial for arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, and joint conditions.
This therapy also improves circulation and enhances flexibility, supporting long-term musculoskeletal health.
Why Choose Us
Benefits of Podi Kizhi Therapy
Helps in Weight & Fat Reduction
Dry heating herbs support reduction of excess fat and Kapha-related imbalance.
Relieves Stiffness & Swelling
Highly effective for joint stiffness, heaviness, and inflammatory swelling.
Reduces Chronic Pain
Provides relief from long-standing body pain, arthritis, and musculoskeletal discomfort.
Improves Circulation & Mobility
Enhances blood flow, improves flexibility, and supports active movement.
Faq's
Frequently Asked Questions
Podi Kizhi is a dry herbal powder fomentation therapy used to reduce stiffness, pain, swelling, and excess fat.
Yes. When performed under qualified Ayurvedic supervision, it is safe and effective.
People with obesity, joint stiffness, chronic pain, arthritis, and Kapha-related disorders benefit greatly.
Those with severe weakness, fever, skin infections, or dryness-dominant Vata conditions should avoid it unless advised by a doctor.
We provide personalized care, authentic herbal formulations, expert supervision, and ethical Ayurvedic practice focused on lasting relief.
Yes. It is often combined with Udwarthanam, Swedanam, or Panchakarma therapies for better results.
The number of sessions depends on the condition severity and doctor’s assessment.
Herbal powders are selected based on the condition and may include fat-reducing and anti-inflammatory herbs.