Abhyangam Ayurvedic oil massage therapy for healing and detoxifying the body, mind, and soul.
In Dinacharya (healthy daily routine) ayurveda suggests daily massage with warm herbal oil. Also, in Panchakarma (Detox) it’s an important process for detoxification. Ayurveda suggest Abhyangam for different health conditions and healthy individual.
Ayurvedic massage (abhyangam) is synchronised motions to stimulate nerve endings to increase blood circulation, thereby channelizing early elimination of toxins from the body. The herbs in the medicated oils rejuvenate the tissue and play a vital role in the elimination of toxins and bring a feeling of wellbeing. The lukewarm herbal oil used in Ayurvedic massage stimulates nerve endings thereby improving peripheral blood circulation. The specific long flowing strokes improve the lymphatic flow and promote early elimination of toxins from the body.
In Abhyanga, the herbal oils are customised as per the constitution of the person (Vata, Pitta, or Kapha) and presenting conditions. These warm herbal oils deeply penetrate cells and release toxins at the physical, mental, and spiritual levels. It both detoxifies and heals at a cellular level.
Ayurvedic massage provides physical, mental, and emotional benefits. It improves overall well-being and promotes longevity. Here are some of the benefits of Abhyangam
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Lubricates the joints and thus reduces Pain and Inflammation of joints.
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Abhyangam also reduces Stiffness, Tightness, Spasm in the muscle and increases the blood circulation to the muscle.
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Provides good nourishment to skin.
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Reduces muscle stiffness and pain.
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Reduces physical and mental Fatigue hence improves Sleep.
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Revitalize nervous system.
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Helps to reduce aging process.
Sometimes herbal steam therapy (swedana) is included in the Abhyanga massage therapy. This helps expel toxins and energizes the body.
