It is a traditional technique from Ayurveda- India’s ancient holistic science of Life. It helps to
  • Improve blood circulation
  • Delay old age
  • Release fatigue
  • Generate calmness
  • Induce sound sleep
  • Increase skin tone, lustre and complexion
  • Relief from mental and physical stress

Special condition: To avoid exertion of pain and swelling prefer to do sand svedana before you have massage In Rheumatoid Arthritis

There are 2 types of strokes (Gati) used in Abhyanga. It depends upon what result do you want to achieve by doing Abhyanga.

Anulom Gati: On the direction of body hair

Pratilom Gati: the opposite direction of the body hair.

Can be added kneading, Tapping and little stretching.

Abhyanga- Ayurvedic Massage is a series of perfectly synchronized, directional strokes on both the front and back side of the body. The strokes are described as per movement of Vata and Its Sub doshas’ Gati/ Movement. The specifically designed, directional strokes soothe and nourish the Sub doshas and help them take their proper courses.

You will Learn
  • Prana Vayu: It moves from the head, mouth and nostrils to the navel. It takes Prana/ life force in the form of air, food and water. It controls sensory functioning.
  • Udana Vayu: It flows in the opposite direction, moving from the navel to the mouth, nostrils and head. It eliminates Carbone dioxide and various forms of malas/toxins like saliva, mucus etc. It creates Sounds which we are using in speech.
  • Samana Vayu: It circulates in a clockwise direction around the naval area. It helps strengthen the digestive Fire/ Agni. It’s responsible for metabolic processes that keep moving in the small intestine and liver.
  • Vyana Vayu: It moves from the heart to the periphery region in a circadian rhythm. It supports the circulation of blood and plasma/ lymph.
  • Apana Vayu: It travels from the navel to the anus and urethra. Its main function is to evacuate urine, feces and Menstrual from their own path.

We may add some acupressure therapy or Marma therapy to enhance the experience of pain relief.

The pressure in Abhyanga – Ayurvedic massage is varying. It’s related to “Marma”/ Energy Point. Marma stimulation enlivens the harmonious coordination among Vata’s sub doshas. It synchronizes the neurophysiological mechanism in the body. During massage the skin absorbs a significant amount of oil. That’s why the skin becomes healthier and smooth in touch.

Abhyanga can be done by oneself called “self-massage”. We recommend that self-massage must be part of everyone’s daily ritual. Professional Abhyanga can be done once or twice a month. Also, when it is needed as a part of Panchkarma / Ayurvedic Detox Therapies.

Abhyangam (Ayurvedic whole body Massage)

$60/ 30 mins.

$120/ 60 mins.

$150/ 90 mins. ( with Svedana – herbal steam)

$100 / 60 mins. (Pregnancy and postnatal)

FAQs

What should I take care of before Ayurvedic Massage?

Please keep

  • Yourself warm with a jacket, cap and socks on (though you do not feel cold due to current weather condition).
  • All your jewellery off at home.
  • A water bottle (to keep yourself hydrated all the time)

What to expect during Ayurvedic massage?

We always take care of clients’ privacy and manage to cover private parts during massage.

Starting with seating position: head massage, upper back including neck, feet massage including knee joint and calf then both hands from shoulder joints one after another.

Lying down on tummy: entire back and legs

Lying down on your back: front side of the body including tummy, chest, face and ears.

NOTE: We are not providing any sexual services so private parts are cover all the time during therapy.

What should be used in Ayurvedic massage?

There are good choices of oil like coconut, olive, caster including medicated oils. It is recommended to use medicated oil i.e. Narayana oil, Ashwagandha oil, Sahacharadi oil, Ksheerbala oil, Brahmi oil etc. if you need to address any imbalance in the body.

As per Ayurveda, Sesame oil is the best option. It is sweet, bitter and astringent in taste. It is warming in action and easily penetrates and nourishes the skin. It Soothes the body from outside and reduces the effects of Vata (air/ wind) without aggravating Kapha (earth/water).

Ayurveda practitioners can choose medicated oil according to your body, mind type or your physical, mental or emotional problem.

What should I bring with me?

Please bring a pair of clothes and a towel to use after massage.

May I have a shower after Massage?

Yes, you can once you are at your home / office after having massage.

We are not providing shower facility at our place. We advise allowing the oil to soak in for a couple of hours before showering.

Do I need to have herbal steam after every massage?

Ideally, it is recommended to have Svedana – herbal steam to:

  • Deeply cleanse the skin
  • Boosts blood circulation
  • Ease muscle soreness

At least 15-20 minutes of herbal steam after Ayurvedic Massage has a very important role in Panchakarma / Ayurvedic Purification procedures.