What is Ayurveda therapy?
Ayurvedic massage combines the 5,000-year-old Indian principles of Ayurveda—the science of life—and pressure points. This type of massage is designed to create balance among the mind, body, and spirit, and help the body heal itself. It’s sometimes referred to as an “oil massage” because it typically incorporates warm herb essential oils, as well as time-honored and non-traditional strokes and kneading that suit an individual’s needs.
How does Ayurvedic therapy work?
The style and flow of an Ayurvedic massage are determined by what an individual needs. The massage therapist will typically use massage techniques including tapping, kneading, and squeezing, as well as traditional massage strokes. Movement flow can be quick or drawn out, depending on a person’s needs. The overall approach increases circulation and lymphatic drainage. Some spas provide two therapists working on one person simultaneously.
What are the benefits of ayurvedic therapy?
Just as Ayurveda is prevention-oriented, so is Ayurvedic massage. In general, Ayurvedic massage can help:
- Boost body awareness
- Clear physiological and energetic pathways
- Create deep relaxation
- Detoxify and cleanse
- Enhance the immune system
- Help those with medical conditions better their overall well-being
- Improve circulation
- Increase vitality, rejuvenating, and repairing
- Keep healthy people in good health
- Balance Vata, Pitta, and Kapha
- Promote healthy skin
- Reduce stress
- Soothe the body and mind
