Thokkanam
Thokkanam is the classical manual therapy of the Siddha system — a sophisticated physical manipulation technique that encompasses eight distinct types of touch-based treatments. It stimulates muscles, joints, tendons, and marma (vital) points to relieve stiffness, restore joint mobility, and harmonise the three humours.
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Varma Therapy is one of the most treasured healing sciences in the Siddha tradition, originating from the ancient knowledge of the 18 Siddhars. It works on 108 vital energy points (Varmam) throughout the body to restore the flow of life energy, relieve pain, and activate the body's innate healing capacity.
Pottanam is the classical Siddha bolus fomentation therapy. Medicinal herbs, roots, and plant materials are bundled into cloth boluses and applied warm to the body to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation — the Siddha counterpart to Ayurvedic Kizhi.
Ottradam is a classic Siddha fomentation therapy using a heated round stone or metal piece wrapped in cloth soaked with medicated oil. Applied gently to affected areas, it penetrates deep to relieve pain, improve circulation, and treat musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.