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Ayurveda Massage: Restoring Balance and Vitality

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Dr. Arul Susan George
Deputy Chief Physician
The Nattika Beach Resort
(Branch of Park am See Nattika Ayurveda )


At the end of the day, people are always tired and wish to rest from work. It doesn’t matter whether you are working behind the desk whole day or moving from one place to another because the pressure can equally affect your muscles as well as general body condition. It is because of these stress factors that vatha is aggravated in Ayurvedic medicine leading to manifestation of various physical and physiological conditions on the body. When left unattended to, these could later change into different diseases gradually. With these in mind, massage becomes necessary as a daily regimen in Ayurveda which offers profound relief and revitalization.

Ayurveda massages utilize medicated herbal oils known for their therapeutic properties. These oils penetrate the skin, reaching deep tissues (Dhatus) to facilitate healing and rejuvenation.

Ayurveda Oil Massage

Types of Ayurveda Massages

  • Abhyanga: The cornerstone of Ayurveda massages, Abhyanga involves full-body massage with warm herbal oils to enhance energy flow and overall well-being.
  • Udvartana or Powder Massage: Uses herbal powders to exfoliate and detoxify, ideal for removing toxins and promoting skin health.

Experience the benefits of Abhyanga at home by self-massage. You may opt for warm Ayurvedic massage oil or sesame oil and apply it softly all over your body starting from the scalp [prefer coconut oil for the scalp] and down to the feet while using circular movements at the scalp, ears, temples, and forehead then shift to the neck, shoulders, long strokes on arms to improve blood circulation.Massage the chest, abdomen, thighs, calves, and feet with care, allowing the oil to absorb for about 30 minutes before bathing in warm water.

Benefits of massage:

  • Stress Relief: Ayurveda massage decreases your stress levels and relieves muscle tension by loosening your muscles and calming down your central nervous system.
  • Improved Circulation: Warm herbal oil when applied improves blood flow thereby enhancing oxygen supply and nutrients delivery to different body parts.
  • Skin and Muscle Health: Regular massages strengthen the skin, making it healthier, and provide relief from muscular tightness, aiding in better sleep.
  • Holistic Healing: Ayurveda massages are integral to various Ayurveda therapies, such as Panchakarma, offering comprehensive benefits beyond mere relaxation.

Choosing Ayurveda Oils

To ensure powerful massage treatment, it is important to use Ayurveda Thailam that contains organic herbs and extracts. Depending on an individual’s physical condition or ailment, different oils may be applied. Keram oils that are sourced from coconuts are usually the most preferred option for hair, whereas Sesame oils can be used for body massaging in general.

It is necessary to understand that Ayurvedic oils are better chosen for treatment than luxury purposes or pleasurable sensations because they help in alleviation of knee pains, skin troubles and general improvement of health. Embrace this ancient practice regularly to experience lasting relief and profound rejuvenation.