Abhyanga Kerala Ayurvedic Massage Therapy In Bangalore

Abhyanga, one of the most popular and ancient Ayurvedic therapies for the preservation of health. It involves full body warm oil massage. The type of oil used is specific to the individuals depending on their body constitution. It can also vary according to the seasons. Few of the oils used for Abhyanga include sesame, coconut, sunflower, mustard and almond. Sometimes oil medicated with herbs are used for specific conditions.

Method – A specialty at Ayurvedagram, Abhyanga is a full body massage done using medicated herbal oils by two therapists in a synchronized manner. The number of strokes and pressure vary with the physical condition of the individual. According to classical texts, Abhyanga is advised daily to prevent ageing and degeneration process. Ayurvedagram has pioneered this therapy as per the ancient Ayurvedic classics and standardized the procedure with a specific number of strokes.

Benefits –Abhyanga has a positive impact on the whole body physically, mentally and emotionally while balancing the individual doshas. Its rhythmic motion helps to relieve joints and muscles from stiffness and makes all body movements free. This stimulating treatment increases blood circulation, which in turn encourages quick removal of metabolic wastes, while providing relief to diseases such as anxiety, fatigue, circulatory disorders, rheumatic and arthritic problems, backaches and injuries. Synchronized massage is also beneficial in preventing wrinkles and scales, improving skin texture and complexion, curing spondylitis, sleep disorders, paralysis, improving physical consistency, inducing sound sleep, increasing general sense of well-being and life span.

Things to Remember while Doing Abhyanga Massage

While doing Abhyanga, you may often find yourself surrounded by a mess of oil. Here are a few pointers to help you keep the mess at bay. 1. Always keep a towel handy. 2. Use a hair catcher over your drains. This will keep your drains from getting clogged. 3. Wash your tiles or bath-tub after every Abhyanga therapy. 4. Always keep different towels for Abhyanga and always clean them separately. The buildup oil from your Abhyanga towels can ruin your other clothes when washed together.

Abhyanga Ayurvedic Massage Therapy FAQs

While Abhyanga is a powerful massage technique that can create several positive results for human health, there are a bunch of questions that people generally have regarding it. Here’s a list of seven frequently asked questions around Abhyanga massage therapy.

Question 1: Do you have to shower after Abhyanga?

Conventionally, Abhyanga is performed right before a shower, sweat treatment or bath. This makes sense as the Abhyanga massage involves the application of warm oil. Not showering after Abhyanga will leave your body covered in warm oil. This can be an unnecessarily inconvenient experience. So, consider taking a bath after Abhyanga.

Question 2: When should Abhyanga be avoided? Abhyanga should not be performed unless at least two hours have passed after the last meal. Apart from that, it’s important to skip Abhyanga massage when you are going through severe indigestion or constipation. Speaking of health conditions, it is not advisable to undergo Abhyanga when you are suffering from fever or have signs of fever, have excess kapha levels in your body, are pregnant or going through your menstrual cycle. Ayurvedic professionals also recommend not having Abhyanga right after emetics or basti.

Question 3: Who should not do Abhyanga?

Although Abhyanga can be practiced by any human being for availing its benefits and improving their health, people going through the following health conditions should avoid Abhyanga: Indigestion Constipation Pregnancy Menstrual cycles Fever

Question 4: Can I do Abhyanga everyday?

Yes, Abhyanga is totally safe and beneficial when done everyday. However, it is not necessary. You can avail optimum benefits even by performing it two to three times a week.

Question 5: Can Abhyanga be done in the evening?

Even though Ayurveda recommends a morning routine for doing Abhyanga, it can be performed at any other time throughout the day. In fact, for some people, the Ayurvedic doctor may recommend Abhyanga in the night-time.

Question 6: Can I do Abhyanga before bed?

Just as answered in the last question, Abhyanga massage therapy can be performed at any time of the day. To know the ideal time for yourself, it’d be best to consult one of our Ayurvedic doctors.

Question 7: Can I exercise after Abhyanga?

Generally, exercise should be done after you have done your Abhyanga and before shower. On an ending note, Abhyanga is a highly beneficial massage procedure that Ayurveda has rewarded us with. But, for optimum results, it should be practiced perfectly. At Ayurvedagram, we offer personalised instructions on Abhyanga, describing how to do it and when to do it based on your specific health situation. For information regarding Abhyanga therapy, get in touch with us and we’d be happy to help you.

Refer to the following link(s) for more details:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abhyanga/
http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Abhyanga

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