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Poomully Mana or Poomulli Mana is a Namboodiri family home situated at Peringode near Nagalassery in the Palakkad district of Kerala. The Mana has a history of more than 500 years, and the members of Poomully Mana were famous as practitioners and experts in Ayurveda, Rig-veda, Yoga, Kalari (martial art), Music & other cultural arts. The late Poomully Neelakandan Nampoothirippadu, popularly known as Aram Thampuran, was an expert and authority in Ayurveda, Kalari, and Yoga. He earned the moniker “Arivinte Thampuran” for his vast knowledge of various aspects of life.
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History of Poomully Mana
Poomully Mana Ayurveda Centre, established in 1997, has become one of the de facto leaders in research and studies regarding Ayurveda, Kalari, Yoga, and other traditional art forms. The treatments at Poonmully Mana are performed using their distinct approach, which is renowned for its excellence and steeped in ancient wisdom that has been handed down through the family for centuries.
The Poomully Mana was a Namboothiri family that lived in Ūrakam of the Peruvanam village around 900 years ago. They constructed the original Ammathiruvadi Temple, donated all their possessions to the temple, and entrusted the temple administration to the Kingdom of Kochi. Then they left the village and resettled themselves in Peringode of the present-day Palakkad, near Ottappalam.
In the past, a large sprawling “Pathinaarukettu” stood as a symbol of affluent pride in a 5.5-acre compound located in Peringode, a village blessed with rustic serenity, near Koottanad in Palakkad. The building complex, which was a tribute to Kerala Vaastu Vidya, was eventually demolished, and on the foundations of this, a smaller building was constructed.
A Heritage of Ayurveda and Culture
Poomully Mana today is a popular Ayurveda treatment center managed by highly skilled doctors and therapists from the Poomully family. They offer authentic Ayurvedic treatments using natural and organic medicines and personalized care to every patient. They provide treatments for various conditions and rejuvenation and detoxification therapies, including yoga and meditation sessions. Patients can enjoy the serene and lush green environment, spacious rooms with modern amenities, and explore the center’s library, museum, temple, and cultural hall to learn more about the center’s history and culture.
As the center’s name suggests, it is more like a home surrounded by nature than a traditional treatment center. The belief is that effective healing involves not only medication but also the patient’s mindset, environment, and support system. Therefore, this center provides the ideal environment for treatment. Patients are treated like family by friendly staff who provide regular cleaning, on-time treatment and meals, and fresh medicine preparation. They also check regularly on the physical and mental well-being of the patients. Patients feel rejuvenated and transformed after their treatments. It is an excellent place for a wide range of treatments.
Type Of Treatments
| Treatment | Description |
|---|---|
| Dhara | Pouring medicated oil, buttermilk, or decoction on the forehead or all over the body for 45 minutes with a body massage to keep the body warm. |
| Nasyam | Administering medicated oil through the nose to treat head, neck, and nervous system disorders. |
| Sirodhara | A medicated steam bath after applying medicated oil all over the body is normally done after major treatments like Dhara and Abhyangam for detoxification. |
| Kashaya Vasthi | Pouring medicated oil, buttermilk, or decoction on the forehead for 45 minutes with a body massage to keep the body warm. |
| Rasayana Chikitsa | Administering Rasayana (medicines) after rejuvenation treatments as prescribed by the physician. The medicines are decided based on the patient’s health condition. |
| Udwarthanam | A therapeutic deep tissue massage using Choornas (medicated powders) or medicated oils mixed with Choornas. |
| Pizichil | Squeezing cotton cloths immersed in lukewarm medicated oil over the body for 30 to 45 minutes or as prescribed by the physician. |
| Sneha Panam | Administering medicated Ghee as prescribed by the physician under strict diet restrictions. The quantity is increased based on the patient’s digestive power for a few days as recommended by the physician. |
| Chavitti Uzhichil (Kalari foot massage) | Pouring medicated buttermilk on the forehead for 45 minutes with a body massage to keep the body warm. |
| Swedanam | Applying a combination of decoction, honey, oil, and other herbal medicine through the anus using a special device called Vasthi yanthram. After evacuation 2 to 3 times, the patient can take a bath and follow a prescribed diet. |
| Vamanam | Inducing vomiting by giving special medicines for eliminating toxins is one of the Panchakarma treatments. |
| Thakra Dhara | Inducing vomiting by giving special medicines for eliminating toxins, is one of the Panchakarma treatments. |
| Karma pooranam | Applying medicated fumes to the ears for a few minutes as directed by the physician to treat ear-related ailments. |
| Gandoosham | Gargling warm medicinal decoction or liquid as a treatment procedure. |
| Sirovasthi | Pouring lukewarm medicated oil into a leather cap fixed on the head of the patient and keeping it as a dam for 30 to 60 minutes or as prescribed by the physician. |
How to Reach
Poomully Mana is located in Peringode, which is a village in the Palakkad district of Kerala. It is situated at a distance of about 4 km from the Peringode bus stand. You can reach Peringode by bus or train. The nearest railway station is Pattambi, which is about 10.5 kilometers away from Peringode. From there, you can take a taxi or a bus to reach Peringode. The Closest airport is Calicut International Airport, located 75 kilometers away from Poomully Mana.
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