AYURVEDIC MASSAGE: A NATURAL SPA THERAPY
Ayurvedic Massage known as the abhyangam is one of the important dincharyas (daily regimens) mentioned in the Ayurvedic classics for maintaining overall good health. Ayurvedic Massage can be taken by healthy as well as diseased people. In healthy individuals a regular Ayurvedic spa therapy provides benefits such as glowing skin, improved vision and healthy mind. Ayurvedic spa massage is known to be helpful in management of low back pain, headaches and boost immune power of the body.
How Does Ayurvedic Massage Work?
Ayurvedic Massage is believed to increase the blood circulation causing increase in white blood cells. This boosts the immune system and improves resistance power of body to fight against various bacterial and viral infections. Ayurvedic Massage also targets the lymphatic system of the body, which is involved in immunity mechanism. In addition, massaging the marma points gives benefits to the area of their locations and improves the function of the connecting organs. Ayurvedic Massage for weight loss is a popular therapy because the massage strokes used help to mobilise the stubborn fat.
What are the benefits of Ayurvedic Massage?
Ayurvedic Massage has been described for overall good health and longevity. It shows following health benefits,
- Improves muscle tone
- Strengthens muscles
- Reduces joint pain
- Improves body flexibility
- Nourishes skin
- Stimulates lymphatic system
- Removes body toxins
- Weight loss
- Reduces eye strain and improves vision