Pranaa Wellness
Health & wellness
Everything in the universe, both living and non-living, is interconnected. True health emerges when the mind, body, and spirit are in balance with the universe.
Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems, originated in India over 3,000 years ago. Rooted in the Sanskrit words “Ayus” (life) and “Veda” (knowledge), Ayurveda views health as a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. With its emphasis on natural therapies, herbal remedies, and lifestyle practices tailored to individual constitutions (or doshas), Ayurveda promotes wellness and longevity. Its practices, including massage, detoxification, yoga, and meditation, work to harmonize your inner energies and restore vitality.
At Pranaa’s Wellness Centre, we bring the ancient art of Ayurveda to the tranquil shores of Kilifi. Our certified Ayurvedic practitioners and therapists curate personalized treatments that align with your unique dosha, focusing on detoxification, rejuvenation, and deep relaxation. From soothing Abhyanga massages with warm herbal oils to Shirodhara therapy that calms the mind, our offerings are designed to restore balance and well-being.
Complement your Ayurvedic journey with guided yoga sessions and meditation practices, all tailored to amplify your wellness experience. At Pranaa, Ayurveda isn’t just a treatment; it’s a way of life, inviting you to reconnect with yourself and the natural world in the most luxurious setting.
ABYHYANGA
Abhyanga is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy involving a full-body massage with warm herbal oils tailored to one’s dosha. The oils are infused with herbs chosen for their therapeutic benefits.
This massage technique promotes relaxation, improves circulation, and revitalizes/nourishes the skin, muscles, and tissues. The rhythmic, gentle strokes are designed to stimulate energy channels, releasing stress and toxins, enhancing immunity, and supporting the body’s natural healing processes.
SWEDA THERAPY
Sweda Therapy is an Ayurvedic detox treatment using herbal steam or warm compresses to induce sweating.
This process helps dilate bodily channels that store toxins.
The herbal steam promotes profuse sweating, effectively eliminating toxins.
It supports detoxification and enhances overall well-being
Traditional Ayurvedic steam therapy, offers a holistic approach to wellness by detoxifying the body through the elimination of toxins. It supports natural weight loss by aiding fat burning & alleviates body pain
UDWARTHANAM
Enhances blood circulation, detoxifies the body, aids in weight loss and cellulite reduction, improves skin tone and texture, promotes body contouring, boosts metabolism, supports lymphatic drainage, and provides relaxation and rejuvenation. It also helps reduce muscle tension and promotes overall well-being.
THALAM
Thalam is an Ayurvedic therapy in which a medicated paste is applied on the top of the head and left for about 30 minutes. It is an effective therapeutic remedy for problems relating to the nervous system, helping to calm the mind and improve mental clarity. Additionally, it can alleviate stress, headaches, and promote overall mental and emotional balance.
This treatment nourishes brain cells, supports mental health, and reduces stress, tension, headaches, tiredness, and fatigue. It enhances vision, improves concentration, nourishes the mind, and is effective for treating skin irritations.
ELAKIZHI (ILAKISHI)
The therapist applies specially prepared warm poultices containing various medicinal leaves with grated coconut directly onto your body. The warmth generated penetrates deep into tissues, loosening stiffness, easing pain, relaxing mind and promoting detoxification
Relieves muscle pain and tension, enhances flexibility and mobility, improves circulation, boosts immunity, and reduces stress and anxiety. It also promotes overall relaxation and supports the body’s natural healing processes. Regular practice can lead to long-term improvements in physical and mental well-being.
YOGA
Pranaa offers yoga, an ancient practice from India that unites physical, mental, and spiritual disciplines to promote balance and well-being. While modern yoga in the West often emphasizes Hatha yoga with posture-based fitness and stress relief, traditional yoga focuses on meditation and liberation from worldly attachments.
Pranaa offers a practice that is highly effective for addressing both physical and mental ailments. It promotes deep relaxation, recharging, and rejuvenation, helping to alleviate stress on all levels. This approach enhances focus and concentration, while also bringing clarity to your thinking, contributing to an overall sense of well-being.
THAKRADHARA
Takradhara is derived from the Sanskrit words “takra” (buttermilk) and “dhara” (flow), is a traditional ayurvedic sudation therapy with a stream of medicated butter milk to soothe your body and mind. It can be done either as Shirodhara (pouring the decoction over the head) or the dhara over the entire body.
Takradhara has a calming effect that alleviates stress, anxiety, and tension, fostering mental clarity and emotional balance. It is beneficial for sleep disorders like insomnia, effectively treats skin conditions such as psoriasis, and aids in recovery from chronic headaches and migraines. Additionally, it supports ear and nose health, relieves neuropathy and spondylitis, and nourishes the scalp and hair.
KATIVASTHI
Kativasthi is an Ayurvedic process of retaining warm Ayuvedic oil over the lower back part of the body bordered with herbal and dough paste for a period of time, followed by a gentle massage. The Ayurvedic oil and the herbs will be chosen depending on the bodily constitution, doshas and the health disorder of the person.
This treatment alleviates lower back pain, strengthens muscles, improves blood circulation, and soothes nerves in the affected area. It relieves stiffness, treats slip discs and other vertebral disorders, and supports long-term spinal health by fortifying bones, muscles, ligaments, and nerves.
SHIRODHARA
Shirodhara is a classical and a well-established ayurvedic procedure of slowly and steadily dripping medicated oil or other liquids on the forehead. This procedure induces a relaxed state of awareness that results in a dynamic psycho-somatic balance.
A study found it greatly helps in reducing the heart rate and relaxing the muscles which has a positive effect on the mind. A study found that Shirodhara therapy considerably affects measurable indicators of relaxation by lowering blood pressure.
THALAPOTHICHIL
Thalapothichil is a special procedure of application of medicated paste on the head. Thalapothichil is also called as Shirolepa (anointment to head/headpack). It is the traditional Ayurveda treatment of Kerala which is very effective in various psychosomatic disorders. Basically Thalapothichil is cooling treatment.
This method is designed to stimulate and regulate the body’s functions, promoting a natural balance across mental, physical, and emotional levels. By targeting reflex points connected to various organs and systems, reflexology helps restore harmony within the body. It is widely regarded as a highly effective practice for deep relaxation, stress relief, and enhancing overall well-being.
NAVARAKIZHI
Navarakkizhi, also known as Shashtika Shali Pinda Sweda in which a Special brown rice (Navara rice) cooked with herbal decoction and milk filled in muslin bags are applied to the body with bearable heat.
Therapist scrubs these poultices onto your body slowly and steadily, then the warmth penetrates deep into your tissues, promoting relaxation and releasing tension.
This treatment has a potential to rebuild the tissues. potent herbal infusions work their wonders,and it is very helpful for both physical and emotional well-being. Helps in preventing the degeneration of joint tissues and wasting of muscles. Provides lightness in the joints, soft tissues, and muscles by inducing sweat. Corrects morbidity associated with Vata and Pitta doshas. Enhances flexibility and movement of joints. Enhances skin color and complexion by improving blood circulation in the skin.
KESHINI (BEAUTY FOR THE CROWNING GLORY)
Keshini is a fantastic Ayurvedic hair rejuvenation treatment. Several natural herbs are used on your hair after a scalp stimulating, deeply relaxing head massage. During the treatment, your hair and scalp get deeply cleansed and polished leaving your hair silky smooth and healthy
This treatment helps restore the natural balance at the scalp and hair follicle base, promoting healthier hair growth. It is particularly effective in controlling premature hair loss and greying, addressing the root causes of these issues. Additionally, it nourishes the hair, restoring its natural sheen and luster, leaving it looking vibrant and revitalized. By supporting the scalp’s health and improving circulation, this method enhances both the appearance and strength of the hair, contributing to long-term hair vitality.
REFLEXOLOGY
This technique involves applying gentle pressure to the feet using the thumbs to stimulate and regulate bodily functions. It helps restore balance on mental, physical, and emotional levels, promoting overall harmony and well-being. Regular practice can enhance relaxation, improve circulation, and support holistic health, making it a valuable method for maintaining overall wellness.
MEDITATION
Meditation is a practice that trains attention and awareness, helping to detach from reflexive thinking and achieve mental clarity, emotional calm, and stability without judgment. Techniques are typically classified into focused methods, such as concentration on breath or mantras, and open monitoring methods, which involve mindfulness and awareness of mental events.
Meditation significantly reduces stress, anxiety, depression, fear, and pain, promoting overall well-being. It fosters peace of mind, enhances self-awareness, and creates a deep sense of inner calm, leading to greater balance in life. Regular practice can bring long-lasting positive changes, improving both mental health and the overall quality of life.
