Karpooradi thailam is part of every Kerala household from time immemorial. The one to go medicine for pain, cramps, stiffness and numbness. It is an authentic Kerala Ayurveda product made from Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) as the main ingredient and Gingelly oil as the base.
Karpooradi thailam is mainly used to reduce inflammation and pain. Karpooradi thailam can be used as a massage oil in the case of muscle cramps and body pain. One can also use this wonder liquid for chest congestion.
What goes into the making?
Shesha Ayurveda’s Karpooradi thailam uses the best of ingredients.
- Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) collected from healthy organically grown camphor trees.
- Gingelly Oil
The benefits of the ingredients
Camphor
- Reducing pain
- Decreases swelling
- Decreased muscle tension
- Eases chest/throat congestion
- Prevents skin edema
- Neuroprotective properties
Gingelly Oil
- Boosts bone health
- Anti-inflammatory and Anti-oxidant properties eases pain in joints
- Strengthens blood vessels
- Dissolves oil soluble toxins present on skin
Pharmacological aspects
Karpooradi thailam best acts as
- Anti-inflammatory agent
- Analgesic
- Anti-neuralgic
- Anti-pruritic (in case of coconut oil-based Karpooradi thailam)
- Anti-irritant
Uses
Karpooradi thailam has been found to provide the following benefits
Reduce inflammation: It reduces all kinds of pains and cramps. Along with reducing pain, it also reduces the swelling and stiffness of the joints.
Pain relief: Karpooradi thailam massaged onto areas of pain, eases pain and reduces muscle tension.
Reduces chest congestion: The aroma of Karpooradi thailam helps reduce chest and nasal congestion when applied on the chest.
Increases blood circulation: Karpooradi thailam improves blood circulation and regulates body temperature. It helps relax the muscle tendons, driving away sluggishness.
Alleviates itching: Karpooradi thailam is also known to soothe the nerve endings when massaged onto the skin. This, in turn, helps reduce itching and burning sensation in the skin.
For Migraine: Karpooradi thailam can be used as a temporary relief for migraine pain. The soothing effect of the thailam relieves migraine pain temporarily.
To induce sleep: The soothing aroma of the thailam relaxes the body thereby inducing a night of sound sleep.
How to use?
Take a few drops of Shesha Ayurveda Karpooradi Thailam into your palms and apply onto the affected part (joint/skin). Leave it as such for several hours or overnight. The thailam gets absorbed, easing pain and gives a soothing effect.
Why Shesha Ayurveda Karpooradi Thailam?
Shesha Ayurveda Karpooradi Thailam is prepared with the utmost care, following the process mentioned in reference text Sahasrayogam.
Karpooradi thailam helps pacify Vata in people with a Vata imbalance. It alleviates all types of pain related to bones and joints.