4 Sep 2021 HYN Himalayan Yoga Academy
Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems used 3000 years ago in India, where it was first discovered. It’s based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. Ayurveda is lifestyle, more than being a cure for certain ailments or diseases. If we practice Ayurveda, we can surely enrich our lives and our living attitudes by meditating and balancing chakras and all those healthy habits for the promotion of better health. Likewise – Ayurvedic massage brings balance to your body, mind, and soul.
AYURVEDIC MASSAGE
Here we will talk about Ayurvedic Massage which is known as “Abhyanga” which is considered a practice in Ayurveda. It is a warm oil massage and the main focus of this massage is to balance out doshas within your body to achieve spiritual fulfillment and relaxation. Also, the Ayurvedic practice of Abhyanga (Oil massage ) touts physical benefits like releasing muscle tension, lymphatic drainage, and nourishing skin from head to toe.
Doshas refers to the five elements—earth, water, air, fire, and space—known as Vata, Pitta (fire and water), and Kapha (water and earth). The body has large energy points, and with a well-trained touch and an understanding of energy flow, the massage therapist can sense any imbalances your body might be experiencing. The Ayurvedic physician decides on the herbal oil used based on the patient’s Dosha Prakriti. Sesame oil is ideal for performing Abhyanga massage. The systematic massage with Ayurvedic herbal oils helps to release toxic accumulation from the channels. Abhyanga treatment addresses imbalances within the body and works to restore a person’s Dosha to its original state.
It starts with rubbing warm sesame oil over the body and increasing the stroke frequency to lightly warm the body. Slow and steady motions allow blood circulation in the body, making it more relaxed, and alleviating exhaustion. It positively activates the body and keeps it on a routine basis.
After the therapy the patient is said to take complete rest for some time for the oil to be absorbed in the body. Light digestible diet would be advised after the bath. Massage along with steam bath produces great results. The effects are compounded since the heat and steam allow the medicated oils to seep into the body and nourish them from the inside .
Some of the Miraculous Benefits of Ayurvedic Massage
- Eliminates toxins
- Boosts immunity system
- Clear energetic pathways
- Increases blood circulation
- Balance Doshas
- Cleanses the lymphatic system
- Create deep relaxation
- Lowers blood pressure
- Increases flexibility
- Promote healthy skin
Difference between Ayurvedic Massage and a Regular Massage
In general, Ayurvedic massage takes a more holistic approach, aiming to remove emotional stress rather than physical stress. During a typical massage, the practitioner uses hands and sometimes essential oils. In Ayurvedic massage, however, essential oils play a crucial role, as the focus is primarily on energy points rather than joints and muscles.
Ayurvedic Massage is also known as “Oil Massage” because warm essential oils play a crucial role, tailored to an individual’s needs and Doshas. Each person has a dominant Dosha and can balance it by following an Ayurvedic lifestyle.
Also, Ayurvedic Massage focuses on clearing the energy channels in the body, removing toxins, and balancing the chakras. Whereas a typical massage focuses more on core anatomy and physiology rather than energy channels.
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