Description

Thalapothichil
Thalapothichil is a special procedure of application of medicated paste on the head. Thalapothichil is from Malayalam where thala refers to head and pothichil is covering. It is the traditional Ayurveda treatment of Kerala which is very effective in various psychosomatic disorders. Basically Thalapothichil is cooling treatment.

Procedure:
The person is made to sit in an easy position. A gentle oil massage is given to head with specific medicated oil. Herbal paste is freshly prepared by cooking it with the buttermilk after carefully assessing the condition of the person. The paste is applied over the scalp in a layer of thickness of about 0.5 to 1 centimeter, leaving a small central portion. Medicated oil is filled in this groove. The paste is then covered with leaves (plantain or lotus leaf) and cloth leaving the groove open. At the end of the procedure the paste is removed; a gentle head massage is given.

Duration of the treatment: 30 minutes to 45 minutes depending on the condition.

Benefits:

Corrects imbalance of pitta Dosha
Relaxes and calms down the mind; has a soothing effect on the body
Stabilizes the nervous system
Activates the Marma (vital areas) points
Relieves stress, tension, heaviness of the head
Improves quality of sleep
Improves lustre and smoothness of hair
Improves memory
Relaxes, rejuvenates and nourishes the head and neck region.
Thalapothichil is indicated in:

Insomnia and sleep disorders
Hypertension
Chronic headaches like migraines
Burning sensation of the body
Certain skin diseases of scalp like dermatitis of scalp, dandruff, hair loss
Premature graying of hair
Epilepsy
Chronic sinusitis
Anxiety, depression