A lot is known about the beneficial properties of massage for the body. Today, there are various massage techniques that not only have a strengthening effect on the body, but also help to cure serious ailments.
Ayurveda massage is especially popular. This is a unique massage technique that involves the use of aromatic oils and also has a positive effect on a person's state of mind and mood.
The hotel "Kyivska Russ Resort Medical&Spa" in Skhidnytsia has various spa procedures, and one of them is Ayurveda massage. Professional massage therapists will be happy to open the wonderful world of oriental practices to clients
Ayurvedic massage techniques and procedure features
Ayurvedic massage is a type of Indian massage that involves working with human soft tissues. Different types of oils must be used for massage, and they are selected according to the individual characteristics of the body. During the massage, the oils are absorbed into the skin and have a positive effect on the body.
The atmosphere in which a body massage is performed should be relaxed, calm, and promote complete relaxation. Therefore, in the room where the massage is performed, the light is usually dimmed, and the music is calm. An Ayurvedic massage session allows you to achieve harmony between body and soul.
Types of massage
Specialists distinguish the following types of massage:
- "Abhyanga". This massage is performed by two specialists, all movements are performed synchronously, smoothly and gently. Be sure to use herbs and oils.
- "Udwardana". This type of massage is suitable for those who want to lose excess weight. In addition to procedures, medicinal herbs are used, which have the property of burning excess fat. Synchronized movements allow you to quickly remove toxic substances from the body, excess fluid.
- "Garshan". This massage is performed using coarse silk gloves. Thanks to the friction that occurs when silk rubs against the skin, the skin becomes elastic, attractive, and its tone improves.
- "Padabhyanga" is a foot massage that allows you to cure various diseases
Benefits of Ayurvedic massages
According to the Ayurvedic method, massage not only improves the general condition of the body, but also has a positive effect on the mood. After a massage session, the patient feels an influx of energy, apathy, chronic fatigue, and bad mood disappear.
Among the advantages of Ayurvedic massage, it is worth identifying:
- Ayurvedic massage helps relieve tension and stress, promoting overall relaxation of the body and mind.
- Massage techniques improve blood circulation, which increases the supply of oxygen and nutrients to tissues and organs.
- The use of special oils and techniques stimulates the lymphatic system, helping to remove toxins from the body.
- The oils used in the massage moisturize and nourish the skin, making it soft, smooth and healthy.
- Head massage helps relieve muscle tension, reduces pain and stiffness in joints and muscles. A massage session gives pleasant emotions, will help to feel harmony.
The positive effect of Ayurvedic massage on the human body
Massage has a positive effect on various organs and body systems:
- improvement of blood circulation;
- strengthening of immunity;
- muscle strengthening;
- reduction of fat deposits;
- possibility to get rid of cellulite
- skin tightening, rejuvenating effect
- normalization of sleep, positive effect on the nervous system.
Signs in which Ayurvedic massage is recommended
It is recommended to take a course of Ayurvedic massage in the following cases:
- pain and discomfort in joints, spine.
- sleep disorders, chronic fatigue
- muscle pain
- decreased immunity, frequent colds.
- frequent migraines.
Contraindications to the procedure
Like any procedure, massage has a number of contraindications. In particular, it is:
- Oncological diseases;
- Infectious and chronic diseases in the acute stage
- Various skin diseases
- Disturbance of the work of the intestinal-gastric tract
- Allergic reaction to oils and herbs used during the procedure.
This type of massage is not recommended during pregnancy.
Preparation for Ayurvedic massage
Body massage with oils is performed on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning. Before the session, ablution is performed. In addition, the Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage procedure has certain characteristics, depending on the different types of oil application techniques that will be chosen.
Before the procedure, the oil is heated under a stream of hot water. Therefore, the tips of the fingers are dipped in a bowl with an oil composition and they begin to apply it to the body. The movements of masseurs smoothly glide over the entire body, mostly synchronized stroking.
After the session, you should lie down for another 10-15 minutes.
Stages of Ayurvedic massage
- At the beginning of the session, feet are washed using decoctions of healing herbs.
- The massage therapist works with the hairy part of the head, lubricates the shoulders and neck.
- Deep oiling using aromatic oils. They penetrate into various structures of the body, up to the bones, saturate it with calcium, and remove harmful substances.
- During the massage, healing Indian herbs are used, which strengthen immunity and cleanse the body.
- Ayurvedic massage involves not only working with the body, but also with the soul. Meditation with bowls allows you to relax, forget about all problems, troubles, anxieties.
After the session, the patient feels a rush of strength, because a complete transformation of your body, mind and soul takes place.
This type of massage involves complete relaxation of the mind body. Visible effect already after the first session.