The ancient Indian system of Ayurveda is known for its holistic view of health. It seeks not just to heal the person but also improve his physical and mental health. Among the many methods, it uses to achieve this aim is through massage.
The oil massage which is a popular part of Ayurveda is called ‘Abhyanga.’ It’s a process that is prescribed to be used on a daily basis. Morning is the best time for undergoing this massage before you have taken a bath. This is because you expel the toxins which accumulates during the night, and wash them away during the bath.
Methodology Of Ayurvedic Massage
The ancient Ayurvedic texts believe that you should massage using the oil in abhyanga for around five minutes. This will enable it to reach the deepest layer of the skin. Another requirement is that the oil should be warm when you apply to the body.
As per the traditional method of doing Ayurvedic massage, the therapist uses his fingertips to apply the warm oil on the body. Then let the oil seep into the body for close to five minutes. Following which, the massage begins in right earnest and the masseur uses the entire hand to massage the entire body.
The strokes masseur employ, vary in their intensity. They can be gentle or intense. The focus is on following the channels of energy that are written in Ayurveda. There is also a great deal of focus on ‘marmas.’ These are points which are vital in the body due to them being confluences of veins, tendons, arteries, bones, joints, etc. The vital life energy, ‘prana’ is supposed to reside there. Hence, special attention is paid to these points, similar to what happens in acupuncture.
The abhyanga also focuses on the seven ‘chakras’ in the body. These chakras are centers of energy which control different physical and mental aspects of the body. By working on the location of these chakras, Ayurvedic massage tries to unblock the flow of energy to them and therefore revitalize them.
Accompaniments of Abhyanga
The oils used in abhyanga are usually made from herbs but they consider other varieties too. You can also use Sesame oil and ghee. The masseuse may start the process with a little prayer that is meant to put his breathing and yours in tandem. This helps in making the massage more effective.
Therapists can also employ mantras to increase the effect of the massage. The vibrations emanating from the chanting of the mantras affect the body of the person undergoing the massage. And this improves the flow through energy channels.
It’s important to follow up the massage with a nice and relaxing warm bath that would finish the process of massage. When you are getting a massage in Business Bay, remember this. The best massage spa, obviously, is Cora Spa where you would get all the help and facilities.
So, if you want to avail the benefits of Ayurvedic massage in Dubai, come to our massage center and let our experts give you a most satisfying experience. Those working in Business Bay would get massage nearby their offices. It would be a great way to revitalize your body.