Panchakarma programs in St. Petersburg

The “Slim-Detox” program is fundamentally different from the anti‑stress course. Here, we bring back intensive techniques, dry powders, hot procedures, and herbs aimed at boosting metabolism, eliminating excess fluid (lymphatic drainage), breaking down fat deposits, and eliminating toxins (“ama”). The focus shifts to calming Kapha dosha (which is responsible for congestion, swelling, and excess weight). The course is aimed at getting rid of excess weight, correcting the figure, and increasing vitality. Over the course of 10 days, you will receive 1.5 hours of individually selected treatments, each of which is designed to harmonize your inner state and improve your health.- Udvartana - The main hit: Intensive massage with dry herbal powders or pastes (with the addition of medicinal clays and spices). It is performed with rapid movements from bottom to top, against hair growth. It burns subcutaneous fat powerfully, removes cellulite and lymph congestion.- Swedana: Intensive herbal steam bath (the head remains outside so as not to overheat the brain). It helps to open the pores and remove toxins melted during massage through sweat.- Intensive Abhyanga: Massage with special "hot" and penetrating oils (for example, Sahacharadi or Kotamchukkadi). The movements of the master are deeper and faster than in the relaxing course, with an emphasis on the lymph nodes and stagnation zones.Nasya: Cleansing the sinuses with drops based on burning herbs (for example, Anu Tailam). In a detox program, this is necessary to stimulate metabolic processes in the brain, which controls the entire hormonal background and metabolism.- Kalari massage (Kalari Marma): A unique intensive massage, which is often performed with the feet (the master holds onto the ropes) or strong sweeping movements of the hands. It literally "squeezes" the lymphatic system, stretches muscles, opens blocked joints and forces the metabolism to work at maximum.- Abdominal massage of the abdomen and stagnation zones: activation of specific detoxification points. For example, working on the points on the abdomen (Nabhi‑marma) stimulates “agni” (the digestive fire), causing the body to break down fats faster and eliminate toxins. - Kizhi (Podikizhi / Njavara Kizhi): massage with hot linen bags filled with medicinal powders, herbs, or special healing rice. The hot bags “drive” the active substances deep into the tissues. This melts subcutaneous fat, eliminates cellulite, and removes toxins through profuse sweating.

The “Deep Stress Relief” program shifts the focus from active cleansing to maximum grounding, nourishment of nerve cells (maja‑dhatu), and calming of the mind. The emphasis is on oil‑based and точечные techniques. The course is aimed at relieving nervous exhaustion and depression, reducing anxiety and depression levels, alleviating chronic fatigue syndrome and emotional burnout, and correcting cognitive disorders (attention deficit, difficulty focusing, problems with memory and mental activity). Regular psychoemotional stress leads to various psychosomatic disorders (rapid fatigue, morning weakness, a feeling of sand in the eyes, frequent headaches and migraines, depressive states, insomnia, conflict‑proneness, irritability, tearfulness), which in turn suppresses the immune system. Therefore, residents of megacities need to relieve nervous tension. To address these problems, Ayurveda uses the restoration of mental balance — by freeing the mind from being fixated on problems and tuning in to a positive perception of the surrounding world. This program will help you to start anti-stress recovery and establish peace of mind. Over the course of 7 days, you will receive 1.5 hours of individually selected treatments, each of which is designed to harmonize your inner state and improve your health.- Sneha Abhyanga: Full body massage with warm Ayurvedic oils. It stimulates lymph flow, improves blood circulation and removes toxins, relieving muscle tension. It is done at the most smooth, synchronous and relaxing pace. A large amount of special soothing oil is used (for example, Brahmi or Dhanvantaram).- Shirodhara or Takradhara: A procedure in which a thin stream of warm oil or broth is continuously poured onto the forehead (the area of the "third eye"). It deeply relaxes the nervous system, relieves stress and normalizes sleep, which directly affects the immune system. The procedure literally "turns off" the flow of obsessive thoughts, puts the brain into alpha and theta rhythms, treats insomnia and relieves mental burnout.- Marma therapy of the head and joints (Shiro & Uro Marma): Gentle effect on energy points (especially on the head, face and chest). Removes blocks caused by suppressed emotions and restores the free flow of energy. It is in these areas that our emotions are physically "stuck": resentment, fears, anxiety and hyperresponsibility. Local work on these points frees up breathing, relieves spasms of the blood vessels in the brain, and literally lifts the “burden from the shoulders.” The Adhipati point (crown) governs the entire nervous and endocrine system; through it, mental overstrain, tension headaches, and “noise” in the thoughts are relieved. The shoulders are a zone where stress is stored. The Hridaya‑marmā point (center of the sternum, heart chakra) helps to process and release suppressed emotions, eliminates the feeling of a “lump in the throat” and heaviness in the chest, and makes breathing deep and free.- Foot Marma therapy (Pada Mamardi) - Pada Mamardi is an ideal reinforcement for an anti-stress program. From the point of view of Ayurveda, the feet are directly related to the nervous system, vision and the downward movement of soothing energy (Apana-vata). The most important points are concentrated on the feet, which instantly "ground" a person, relieving mental overstrain and burning head syndrome.- General Marma massage (Marma) - the addition of gentle Marma massage and effects on energy points turns the program into a powerful tool for deep recovery. Exposure to marmas plunges the body into the deepest relaxation, reducing cortisol levels. Activation of hidden resources: Stimulation of key points (for example, in the sternum, neck and head) directly activates the thymus gland (thymus) and lymph nodes. Balance of all three doshas: Marma massage gently regulates the movement of prana, eliminating energy blocks and stagnation, which are often the root cause of diseases.- Chakra massage (Chakra Massage) — if marma are the “buttons” for controlling energy, then chakras are the main “power plants”. Massage of the chakra zones, using special oils and non‑contact techniques, gathers the energy that has been scattered due to stress. Each chakra is responsible for certain emotions. Working through the areas where the chakras are projected on the spine and the anterior surface of the body helps to gently and sustainably release long‑standing grievances (Anahata), fears (Muladhara), and anxiety about the future (Manipura). After a chakra massage, the mind naturally becomes quiet, the mental “chatter” disappears, and the person transitions into a state of deep contemplation and peace.Additionally (for a fee), you can add Pizhichil: A royal procedure in which warm healing oil is poured over the entire body in a continuous stream, combining elements of massage and gentle warming. Ideal for people with severe nervous system exhaustion.During the anti-stress program, it is critically important to eliminate harsh stimulants (coffee, alcohol), minimize screen time (digital detox), and add warm, buttery, sweet flavors to food (milk with spices, porridges, soups).To maintain the effect, recommendations are provided for taking Ayurvedic and nutraceutical supplements at home.

The Ayurvedic program for strengthening the immune system is aimed at deep cleansing (elimination of toxins-"ama"), stress relief and tissue nutrition (Rasayana). Over the course of 6 days, you will receive 2 hours of individually selected treatments, each of which is designed to harmonize your inner state and improve your health. The complex is selected individually by the doctor, but the basic list of highly effective procedures includes the following steps:: - Udvartana - massage with dry herbal powders. Herbal powder "draws out" toxins through the skin. This unloads the internal detoxification organs. Udvartana is best alternated with Abhyanga oil massage (for example, every other day). This procedure perfectly complements the oil sessions, solving specific cleansing tasks. It works as a natural peeling. The skin begins to breathe better and absorb healing oils from other treatments.- Immediately after Udvartana, a Swedana steam bath is required to maximize the removal of toxins activated by herbal powder through the pores. It opens the pores and removes toxins accumulated in the tissues.- Abhyanga: Full body massage with warm Ayurvedic oils. It stimulates lymph flow, improves blood circulation and removes toxins, relieving muscle tension.- Shirodhara: A procedure in which a thin trickle of warm oil is continuously poured onto the forehead (the area of the "third eye"). It deeply relaxes the nervous system, relieves stress and normalizes sleep, which directly affects the immune system.- Nasya: Cleansing the sinuses and instilling healing oils/juices. Improves breathing, cleanses the head and enhances local immunity.- Marma Therapy - the addition of gentle Marma massage and effects on energy points turns the program into a powerful tool for deep recovery. If Udvartana and Abhyanga work at the physical level (lymph, muscles, toxins), then Marma restarts the body at the level of the nervous system and subtle energy (prana). Chronic stress literally "turns off" the immune system. Exposure to marmas plunges the body into the deepest relaxation, reducing cortisol levels. Activation of hidden resources: Stimulation of key points (for example, in the sternum, neck and head) directly activates the thymus gland (thymus) and lymph nodes. The balance of all three doshas: Marma massage gently regulates the movement of prana, eliminating energy blocks and stagnation, which are often the root cause of diseases.In addition, you will receive recommendations for maintaining the effect at home: Rasayana therapy (Rasayana): Taking Ayurvedic herbal preparations (for example, Chyawanprash, Ashwagandha, Triphala) aimed at rejuvenation and nourishing all systems of the body.

In Ayurveda, there is a powerful specialized approach for restoring the spine and joints. Unlike detox, the focus here is on deep warming, nourishing cartilage tissue, reducing inflammation, and restoring inter‑articular fluid. The main goal is to calm Vata dosha, which is responsible for dryness, cracking, wear and tear, and joint pain. Over the course of 5 days, you will receive 1.5 hours of individually tailored treatments, each of which is designed to harmonize your internal state and improve your health. The main procedures for joints and spine: - Vasti (Kati Vasti / Mane Vasti / Janu Vasti): A unique procedure where a side of dough is molded onto the problem area (lower back, neck or knees), into which hot medicinal oil is poured. The tissues are deeply saturated, protrusions, hernias and pinches go away.- Kizhi (Podikizhi / Njavara Kizhi): Massage with hot linen bags filled with medicinal powders, herbs, or special healing rice. The hot bags “drive” the active substances deep into the tissues. Massage with hot bags containing special healing rice boiled in a decoction of herbs and milk is the best procedure for nourishing joints, strengthening back muscles, and restoring cartilage tissue in cases of arthrosis. - Kalari massage (gentle / therapeutic): A special technique for stretching muscles along the spine. It helps to return the vertebrae to their place, release trapped nerve endings and increase flexibility.- Abhyanga with Dhanwantharam oil: Full body massage with the main Ayurvedic oil for the musculoskeletal system. It strengthens bones, relieves cramps and nourishes joints from the inside.