The Magical effects of Abhyanga or Ayurvedic Massage

abhyanga
  • One of the most important and crucial procedures in Panchakarma for both healthy and those with diseases.
  • Ayurvedic Massage is not merely the application of oil and subsequent massage of the body. Therapeutic considerations like Doshas (bio-energy centers), Tissue physiology, Constitution, etc as per Ayurveda are taken into consideration.
  • Sarvanga Abhyanga is the therapeutic massage of the whole body.

Benefits of Abhyanga

-Reverses aging and rejuvenates the body.

-Helps the person overcome fatigue due to physical strain.

-Improves the perception of senses

-Promotes longevity of life.

-Induces sound sleep.

-Passive form of exercise for those unable to do actual exercise.

-Improves skin tone, removes dead cells, and boosts complexion.

-Decreases stagnation of Tissue fluid.

-Decreases pain by soothing or stimulating nerves.

Contraindications

-Acute fever

-Suffering from indigestion

-Those who have undergone Emesis or Purgation Therapy

-Wounds

-Bleeding Disorders

-Acute Inflammation

-Active bacterial or fungal infections of the skin

-During menstruation

-Pregnant women

-Heart Problems

 

BENEFITS OF SHIRO-ABHYANGA (HEAD MASSAGE)

-Reduced headache and promotes sound sleep

-Prevents Hairfall and Premature greying of hair by nourishing the hair roots.

-Improves perception of senses

-Improves skin texture

 

BENEFITS OF PADA-ABHYANGA (FOOT MASSAGE)

-Quick relief from cracked heels, roughness, stiffness, numbness, and fatigue of the legs

-Boosts eyesight

-Controls Vata Dosha and relieves Sciatica

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