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Ayurvedic Massage: Traditional Indian Techniques for Balancing Body and Mind Harish Johari
Publisher: Inner Traditions/Bear & Company

This method works primarily to stimulate, relax and balance the whole body-mind continuum. It is a very well adjusted method Is a mix between the traditional ayurvedic massage and the Keralan acupressure treatment methods. Ayurveda believes that to regain balance, simply use techniques and approaches that offer opposing traits and characteristics. In general spa is a Hot stone Massage technique involves placing heated, smooth stones on certain points on the body to warm and loosen tight muscles and balance energy centers in the body. Originated in India, these techniques involve yoga and meditation along with herbs and oils. Ayurveda is an ancient, holistic Indian system of medicine and healing. Massage therapy in India has been known as Abhyanga and has been recommended by Ayurveda as recourse for treating several diseases. I am a trained nurse, from Volos, Greece, who also have studied Ayurvedic Acupressure Therapeutic Massage (by Kalyani) and I have been trained in the techniques of this method in Auroville, south India in 2006, by herself. The meaning of spa is defined as “places devoted to enhancing overall well-being through a variety of professional services that encourage the renewal of mind, body and spirit.”. Massage has been used as a therapeutic and relaxation method for several centuries. Here are some basic points: Expelling toxins with the help of steam - this is a full body massage technique, much different from ordinary sauna; here the steam contains vapors of detoxifying and balancing herbs. With tensions and This traditional Indian technique was based on Ayurvedic Doshas and Marmas---the pressure points in the Western reflexology. The end result is: you get a feeling of complete relaxation---both in your body and mind. These can include diet, herbs, aromatherapy, massage, music, and meditation. Increases energy flow at all levels and creates a sense of balance and harmony in the body and the mind. If off-balance, conditions and diseases appear. The very word Ayurveda stresses balance of mind, body, and spirit and optimal health is achieved when all three are in balance. Reduces post-surgery adhesions and Edema.