Podi Kizhi (Choorna Pinda Sweda)
Podi Kizhi is an Ayurvedic therapy where warm herbal powders are tied in cloth bundles and massaged over the body to relieve pain, stiffness, and inflammation. It is commonly used to treat arthritis, muscle spasms, and other Vata-related disorders.
Podikhizi, also known as Podikizhi or Choorna Pinda Sweda, is a traditional Kerala Ayurvedic therapy that uses warm herbal powders tied in cloth bundles (kizhi) and massaged over the body. It’s widely used for pain relief, detoxification, and rejuvenation.
About the Therapy
In Podikizhi, selected Ayurvedic herbal powders are gently heated and applied using rhythmic strokes. The combination of heat and herbal properties helps improve circulation, reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and remove toxins, restoring the body’s natural balance of doshas.
Therapeutic Uses
Podikizhi is effective for:
- Musculoskeletal disorders, arthritis, rheumatism
- Sprains, strains, sciatica, frozen shoulder
- Fibromyalgia and certain skin conditions (psoriasis, eczema)
At Al Shifa, skilled Ayurvedic therapists perform Podikhizi following classical Kerala Ayurveda principles. Each session is customized to ensure safe, effective, and holistic healing.
Benefits
- Relieves joint, muscle, and back pain
- Reduces inflammation and stiffness
- Promotes detoxification and flexibility
- Helps manage arthritis, rheumatism, and Spondylosis
- Supports healthy skin and deep relaxation
