The Magical effects of Abhyanga or Ayurvedic Massage
- 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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