During Pizhichil, the patient lies on a wooden table while two therapists pour streams of warm, medicated herbal oil continuously over the entire bodyThe therapists alternately massage the body as the oil flows, allowing heat and herbal nutrients to penetrate deeply.

A typical session lasts about 30–45 minutes in a comfortably warm treatment room. The name Pizhichil means “to squeeze,” referring to the gentle pressure used to work the oil into the tissues. A typical session lasts about 30–45 minutes in a comfortably warm treatment room.Health benefits: Pizhichil induces profound relaxation and rejuvenation. The hot herbal oil deeply lubricates joints and muscles, easing chronic pain and stiffness. It balances all three doshas and especially calms Vāta, making it ideal for Vāta-related disorders
Many patients feel very relaxed, with improved mobility and glowing skin after a course of Pizhichil. This therapy is particularly valued for chronic pain, fatigue and stress, as it supports deep healing and vitality in body and mind.
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