
100 Years of Experience
Arya Vaidya Vilasini Vaidya Sala is a well known entity in Kozhikode, the hub of Malabar both as a multifaceted Ayurveda institution manufacturing, supplying, exporting and retailing quality Ayurveda classical and patent medicines. The clinical section of AVVVS grew and branched into AVVVS Speciality Clinics providing specialised Ayurveda care under expert supervision. Adapting to the evolving technology without compromising on the core tradition is the uniqueness of AVVVS a value that has sustained and nurtured it through these 100 years.
Arya Vaidya Vilasini Vaidya Sala a landmark Ayurveda institution of Kozhikode dates the origin to 1921 when Kaloor Neelakandan Vaidyar was personally blessed and advised by the visionary Sree Narayana Guru to employ his expertise to establish a patient care facility to benefit the ailing society. Willingly obeying the master’s orders Kaloor Neelakandan Vaidyar started the Arya Vaidya Vilasini Vaidya Sala-AVVVS to manufacture quality medicines and deliver compassionate healthcare to the society.
Revitalising your health and youth with century-trusted authentic Ayurveda care by specialised doctors.
We highlight the specialty treatments available for different conditions such as headache, pain management, obesity management, women’s health problems, lifestyle diseases, skin and hair problems, and postnatal care, all under the guidance of specialised doctors.
We provide authentic Panchakarma treatments and anti-aging therapies, including Kerala’s traditional Panchakarma therapies such as Sarvanga Abhyanga, Pizhichil, Shirodhara, Elakizhi, Njavarakizhi, Udhwarthana, and more.
The Skin and Hair Care Clinic is designed in a unique way, combining exclusive Ayurvedic skin care formulations with technologically advanced skin care equipment. Highly effective treatments for anti-aging, skin tightening, collagen boosting, acne reduction, and hyperpigmentation are provided under the supervision of specialised doctors. Hair fall, dandruff, and hair thinning problems are also effectively managed through these treatments.
Our Obesity Management Clinic combines Ayurvedic body contouring therapies such as Udhwarthana and Uthsadana with advanced technologies like cryolipolysis, RF body contouring, and Lipolaser techniques. Diet modifications and exercise are also integrated into the treatment plan. While the machines help reduce stubborn fat deposits, Ayurvedic therapies support overall body contouring and wellness.
Our outpatient-based postnatal care program is specially designed to meet the needs of modern mothers, helping them recover naturally and regain strength after childbirth.
Located in the heart of Kozhikode city, opposite the railway station, our centre is the perfect place to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate amidst today’s hectic lifestyle.
Our vision
To be a premium multi-faceted Ayurveda global ethical business institution committed to quality and guided by tradition. Arya Vaidya Vilasini Vaidya Sala-AVVVS manufactures quality medicines and delivers compassionate healthcare to society.
Our mission
To achieve the vision and promote holistic positive health through Ayurveda with respect for nature and regard for life through committed teamwork and adherence to the laws of the land. AVVVS is committed to developing, manufacturing, and exporting affordable Ayurveda products globally to our clientele.
Wellness Treatments
Elakizhi: Herbal leaves hot poultice therapy
Herbal leaves used for the poultice are from the plants
- Erukkila: Calotropis gigantea
- Ummathila: Datura metel
- Karinochiyila: Vitex nigundo
- Erukkila: Calotropis gigantea
- Ummathila: Datura metel
- Karinochiyila: Vitex nigundo
Preparation: Fresh mature clean leaves of the above-mentioned plants are chopped fine and roasted with grated coconut and select spices till the combination turns brittle. This roasted formulation is tied into a tuft-handled cloth poultice.
Procedure: Medicated paste or oil is applied on the head. The body is warmed up with a warm medicated oil massage and the massage is continued in a synchronized heat-controlled way with the prepared herbal leaf hot poultices. After the massage is continued for 45 minutes to one hour the body is wiped and washed and allowed to cool naturally.
Benefits of elakizhi: Paralysis, Back pain, Joint pain, Stiffness, Numbness, Muscle pain, Weight management, Relaxed body, and refreshed mind.
Podikizhi: Herbal powder hot poultice therapy
Common herbal powders used are:
- Kola: Zizyphus jujuba
- Kulatha: Dolichos biflorus
- Triphala: Terminalia chebula, Terminalia myrobalan, Embelia officinalis
- Kottam: Saussurea costus
- Chukku: Zingiber officinale
Preparation: The powders are roasted and tied into tuft-handled cloth poultices.
Procedure: Medicated paste or oil is applied to the head. The body is warmed up with a warm medicated oil massage and the massage is continued in a synchronized heat-controlled way with the prepared herbal powder hot poultices. After the massage is continued for 45 minutes to one hour the body is wiped and washed and allowed to cool naturally. The variant is the massage done by heating Podikkizhi in Dhanyamla medium, a fermented liquid.
Benefits of podikkizhi: Joint pains, Inflammation, Pain, Fatigue, Numbness, Obesity.
Naranga kizhi: Lemon with spices hot poultice therapy
Lemon is combined with spices like fennel, fenugreek, and other select spices
- Lemon: Citrus limon
- Fenugreek: Trigonella foenum
- Fennel: Trigonella foenum
Preparation: Fine chopped lemon is fried in medicated oil and equal quantity of coconut gratings till
the mixture is mashed and turned brown. This roasted formulation is tied into a tuft-handled cloth
poultice.
Procedure: Medicated paste or oil is applied on the head. The body is warmed up with a warm
medicated oil massage and the massage is continued in a synchronized heat-controlled way with the
prepared herbal medicated hot poultices. After the massage is continued for 45 minutes to one hour.
Benefits of narangakizhi: Arthritic pain, Stiffness, Inflammation, Muscle spasm, Joint disability,
swellings.
Abhyanga: Head and body oil massage therapy
Preparation: Sesame oil or any medicated oil
Procedure: Medicated paste or oil is applied on the head. Oil at room temperature on the head and
warm oil on the body is applied in specific strokes for 45 minutes to one-hour duration with
controlled pressure and also advisable as part of daily routine lifestyle practice. Body is allowed to
cool naturally before wash.
Benefits: Improves blood circulation, facilitates detoxification, relieves physical and mental fatigue,
betters the functioning of the musculoskeletal system, removes stiffness, lightens the body, assists
the development of a healthy body, helps to maintain body tone, reduces body fat, delays aging,
enhances visual acuity and longevity, improves sleep, and bestows endurance.
Udvarthana: Podithirummal: Coarse herbal powder massage therapy
Preparation: The powders used for podikizhi are used for the therapy.
Procedure: Medicated paste or oil is applied on the head. Warmed powder either mixed with a
medium or in dry form is applied on the body below the neck in specific strokes against the hair line
direction for 45 minutes to one-hour duration with controlled pressure and Body is allowed to cool
naturally before wash.
Benefits: Reduces excess fat, obesity, swellings, body odour, lethargy, impaired circulation, enhances
primary and secondary circulation, improves skin tone and removes dead cells on skin.
Njavarakizhi: Medicated rice and milk poultice massage therapy
Preparation: Navara rice is cooked in medicated decoction. This roasted formulation is tied into a
tuft-handled cloth poultice. Milk is cooked with herbs and medium for heating prepared.
Procedure: Medicated paste or oil is applied on the head. The body is warmed up with a warm
medicated oil massage and the massage is continued in a synchronized heat-controlled way using
hot medicated milk as the heating medium with the prepared herbal rice hot poultices. After the
massage is continued for 45 minutes to one hour. Body is washed immediately and maintained
warmth to prevent chills.
Benefits: General or local muscle wasting, dry skin, convulsive disorders, stiffness, contractions,
hemiplegia, and other painful states. It increases the health of the skin and prevents wrinkles and
aging.
Pizhichil: Oil or medicated liquid irrigation and massage therapy
Preparation: Warm medicated oils, medicated ghee, herbal decoctions, or milk.
Procedure: Medicated paste or oil is applied on the head. Squeezing hot oil or medicated liquid on
the body using a cloth and following up each squeeze with a light massage stroke is Pizhichil. The
process is continued for 30-45 minutes.
Benefits: Rejuvenation, improves stability and stamina, enhances primary and secondary
metabolism, improves skin tone, increases sensual organ acuity, reverses aging process, fractures,
paralysis, traumatic pain, contusion, pain and stiffness of the joints. To facilitate normal labor
pizhichil is advised during 9 th month of pregnancy.
Shirodhara: Oil or medicated liquid irrigation
Preparation: Medicated oils, medicated ghee, herbal decoctions, or milk at normal room
temperature.
Procedure: Continuous pouring of decoction or oil or other liquids on the forehead at a specified
flow rate and height using a special device is Shirodhara. Spill into the eye or leakage into the ear has
to be taken care of. The duration is for 30-90 minutes. The person is advised to take rest for 10
minutes before wash.
Benefits: Mental stress, Hypertension, Headache, Anxiety, Psychological problems, Pediculosis, Skin
eruptions.
AVVVS Specialty Clinics
- Women Health Clinic
- Skin and Hair Care Clinic
- Headache Clinic
- Lifestyle Diseases Clinic
- Pregnancy And Post Natal Care Clinic
- Pain Management Clinic
- Obesity Management Clinic
- Male And Female Infertility Clinic
Herbal Ayurveda Therapies

Vadana Kanthi
Facial skin care therapy
The therapy is for enhancing the beauty of the face and bestowing anti-aging glowing properties to the facial and body skin. The therapy works effectively in preventing pimples, and acne and effectual against clogged pores
Benefits: Face care treatment for glowing, smooth lustrous wrinkle-free skin. The therapy reduces pigmentation, pimples, blackheads, and dark circles.
Kesha Kanthi
Hair and head care therapy
The therapy provides deep nourishment to the hair roots, scalp, hair strands and hair follicles. Benefits: Prevents hair fall, manages dryness and dandruff, delays grey hair, and minimizes split ends. Keshakanti is also effective against stress, headache, and sleeplessness. Ensures silky smooth thick healthy hair. Eliminates dandruff, delays premature graying and balding, and reduces hair fall, brittle hair, and thinning of hair.
Mrudu Sparsha
Hands and feet care therapy
Caring for the feet is important as the feet are the part that carries a person and is the terminal of the nervous system. Benefits: Total feet and hands care therapy with special attention to stress and pain-relieving MARMA pressure points. Imparts sound, sleep, and relaxes the body and mind. Reduces joint stiffness, exfoliates moisturizes, and makes the skin smooth and shiny. Cures and prevents fungal infections, athlete’s foot, and cracked foot.
Sareera Kanthi
Whole body massage scrub and polish
Ayurveda skin care is individualistic and customized to focus on inner health. Ayurveda skin care treatments are based on skin type and body constitution. Benefits: Tones the body, reduces tiredness and stress, stimulates circulation, andexfoliates the skin. The therapy has health benefits by improving muscle tone, joint flexibility, bone strength, and memory. The therapy is known for its anti-aging benefits It is recommended as a wedding package for the couple.