Pada Chikitsa
Ayurvedic Foot Treatments in Kathmandu
The feet are the body's first ground. These therapies restore that grounding, and through it, the whole.
2 treatments, from Rs. 1,500, at Nepveda in Babarmahal, Kathmandu. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9 AM to 7 PM. Every therapy below can be booked on its own or set inside a consultation-led package.
Pada Abhyanga
Foot massage using ayurvedic oil.
Traditionally used for. Dryness, cracks and roughness of feet, restless leg syndrome, numbness and tingling in limbs, diabetic neuropathy, sciatica and lower back pain, varicose veins (early stages), insomnia, fatigue, body pain, headache, migraine, stress, anxiety, eye strain, dry eye.
- 30 minRs. 1,500
- 60 minRs. 2,500
Pada Lepa
Anti-fungal paste applied on the feet.
Traditionally used for. Fungal infection, itching and burning, excess moisture, cracks and lesions.
- 45 minRs. 2,500
Unsure which suits your constitution? Begin with a consultation. We'll listen first.
Questions about foot treatments
- What is Pada Abhyanga?
- An Ayurvedic foot massage with warm oil, 30 or 60 minutes, that works the soles, ankles and lower legs. It is a traditional evening practice for restless legs and poor sleep.
- What is Pada Lepa?
- A medicated anti-fungal paste applied to the feet and left on for a set time, used for itching, cracks, excess moisture and lesions. The session takes about 45 minutes.
- Is it suitable for diabetic feet?
- Pada Abhyanga is listed for diabetic neuropathy, but tell the therapist you are diabetic so pressure and oil temperature are adjusted, and show any wound or ulcer first.
- Can I combine a foot treatment with another therapy?
- Yes. Foot treatments pair well before Shirodhara or after Abhyanga, and the 30-minute option is often added on to another booking.