Ayurvedic massage

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Article updated on 10/04/2023
Masaje ayurvédico

Ayurvedic massage has its origins in India and is so named because it follows the guidelines set by Ayurvedic medicine regarding the use of essential oils.

The main objective of this massage is to unblock the energies of your body to flow again and, with them, other aspects of your life.

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What is Ayurvedic massage

As we told you before, Ayurvedic massage has its roots in traditional Indian medicine, which assumes that each person must be worked individually according to his or her characteristics.

These characteristics are those that determine the existing balance between the doshas, ie between the 3 basic humors of the body formed by the five elements: air, water, space, fire and earth.

The more imbalance between the doshas, the more diseases and ailments begin to appear in your body.

Therefore, Ayurvedic massage aims to seek this balance, to eliminate ailments and recover the harmony between spirit, mind and body.

It should also be noted that there is a difference between Indian massage and massage as we think of it.

When you think of massage, you think of muscle and joint manipulation.

However, Ayurvedic massage focuses more on the skin and the substances it absorbs in order to achieve the desired transformations.

 

How an ayurvedic massage is done

The first thing to do is to analyze some details of the person who is going to receive the massage.

So don't be surprised if they look at your skin type or ask you how you sleep or how you digest your food.

According to your answers, the therapist will know which are your predominant doshas, that is, the ones you have to balance and, therefore, he must work.

From this will depend on the type of oil he uses, the pressure he will exert on your muscles and the intensity of the massage.

 

Types of ayurvedic massage

There are several kinds of Ayurvedic massages such as:

  • Classical Ayurvedic 4-handed massage (Abhyanga) to eliminate toxins
  • Oil massage on the head (Shirodhara) to eliminate stress and insomnia.
  • Massage with 4 hands and energy points (Vizrama) against fatigue and toxins.
  • Massage with dried herbs (Udvartana) to stimulate circulation

Benefits of Ayurveda massage

In the case of Ayurvedic massage the benefits are both physical and mental so the feeling of pleasure and well-being will be complete when you leave the session.

 

The most outstanding benefits are the following.

 

Decreases anxiety levels

Anxiety and stress are almost always the culprits of vital imbalance between body and mind.

Ayurvedic massage with sesame or sesame oils, for example, combined with stable schedules and a diet of stews and soups will make you feel more and more peaceful and relaxed.

 

Optimizes the immune system

Ayurvedic massages help to infuse more strength into your immune system, which will improve your health and make you more resilient

The specialist will apply warm oils to the areas where you need help: the head if you suffer from migraines, the stomach if you have bad digestion, etc.

 

Dispose of toxins

The Ayurvedic massage achieves detoxification of the skin thanks to the application of different essential oils.

In addition, it also detoxifies the body by working the lymphatic system during the massage.

 

Increases your flexibility

During the application of the massage your muscles are stretched and relaxed, so they will become more and more malleable, and therefore more flexible.

At the same time, it can also lighten the mobility of your joints, avoiding discomfort.

 

Slows down aging

Ayurvedic massage reduces and delays some conditions related to the passage of time: insomnia, loss of flexibility, hypertension, joint problems, degenerative diseases, etc.

 

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Contraindications of Ayurvedic massage

There are many benefits of Ayurvedic massage and it has hardly any contraindications or side effects, although some precautions should be taken if you find yourself in any of the following situations.

We do not recommend getting a massage if you have a fever or thrombosis, as the latter may be incompatible with some of the movements. Of course, you should also not do it if you have an illness that you could pass on to the therapist.

If you are a woman and you are a few months pregnant it is preferable that you do not undergo the massage at least until you have passed the first trimester.

If you have any skin lesion, however slight it may be, you should consult with the therapist to decide whether or not it is convenient for you to receive the massage because both the massage and the oils could worsen it.

Finally, if you take any specific medication you need to report that as well.

If you do not find yourself in any of these assumptions, you can get an Ayurvedic massage and get all its benefits. You will notice the changes from the very first day.

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