Lifeline

Strategically located, off M.G. Road in Cochin, the commercial nerve centre of Kerala, is The International Hotel, a classy centre of hospitality with a touch of tradition and a dash of style and service, that experience alone can nurture.

An oasis of personalised care is the perfect antidote to stress for the busy business traveller of today. Through the years, at The International, all efforts have been aimed at a realistic realisation of this understanding, which has resulted in ultimate guest satisfaction.

And now, introducing Lifeline, the Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Centre offering Panchakarma Therapy and other related regimen.


A
  science that redefines the human existence
Y  esteryears' gift to mankind
U  nderstands the intricacies of the body estate
R  ejuvenates, rekindles and revitalises the fire in you
V  ery much India, very much Kerala
E  njoy the beaches and backwaters
D  evote to Yoga and Meditation, and
A  yurveda - live some life

The 5000 year old traditional health science, details out Panchakarma (Five Acts) as the most effective treatment methods for recharging the body, mind, breath, organs and activity.

Types of therapies :

Vamanam (Emetic Therapy)
The discharge of unwanted elements in the body by induced vomitting.
Effective treatment for - disorders caused by Kapha Dosha i.e. chronic cough, bronchitis, bronchial asthma, indigestion, insanity.

Virechanam (Purgation Therapy)
The toxic elements in the body are channelised into the alimentary canal for elimination.
Effective treatment for - diseases caused by Pitha Dosha i.e. skin ailments, jaundice, oedema, liver disorders, ascites and chronic costipation, insanity, insomnia, epilepsy.

Nasyam (Nasal Infusion Therapy)
Herbal juices and medical oils are administered through the nostrils, followed by  massage of the forehead, temples, palms and soles.
Effective treatment for - sinusitis, dental problems, ear and eye diseases, facial paralysis, migraine, hemicrania.

Vasthy (Special Enema Therapy)
Medicated ghee and herbal oils are introduced into the rectum.
Effective treatment for - diseases caused by Vatha Dosha i.e. skin ailments, jaundice, oedema, liver disorders, ascites and chronic constipation, insanity, insomnia, epilepsy.

Raktha Moksham (Blood Letting Therapy)
An incision is made on the vein and impure blood is drained out. Leeches are also at times employed in this method.
Effective treatment for-
disorders associated with impurities in blood.

Sirovasthy A separate treatment method for facial paralysis and even ophtalmic defects, where special herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head.

COMPLETE HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS

A choice of four tailor made programs have been designed to suit the varying individual requirements with regards to disposable time, from three days to three weeks.

3 Days MASSAGE Program

Full body massaging with herbal oil and herbal Steam bath.

7 Days REVITALISATION Program
Massaging, Pizhichil (dripping of herbal oils all over the body to treat rheumatic complaints), Dhara (herbal oils and medicated milk are poured on the forehead to counter insomnia and mental tension) and Steam Bath.

14 Days REJUVENATION Program
Treatment for specific ailments clubbed with general Revitalization therapies.

21 Days FULL CURE Program
Unique comprehensive and eurative treatment for checking old age and related ailments.

7 to21 Days programs involve specific diagnosis and treatment by qualified physicians, under the direct medical supervision of CHARAKAS, the renowned Ayurvedic practitioners of Kerala.

ITINERARY


3 days       1. City tour

                   2. Sun set cruise

 

7 days       1,2, plus-

                   3.kathakali show

14 days      1,2,3, plus-

                    4. The Museum of Kerala History

                    5. The Hill Palace / Museum, Tripunithura

                    6. Kalady, the birth place of Adi Sankaracharya

                    7. Athirapally & Vazhachal Water falls

21 days    1,2,3,4,5,6,7, plus-

                   8. Backwater Village Cruise

                       (Traditional House boat / Country boat)

                   9. Cherai Beach