Indian Massage
Ayurveda therapies have varied and evolved over more than two millennia.[2] Therapies include herbal medicines, special diets, meditation, yoga, massage, laxatives, enemas, and medical oils.[9][10] Ayurvedic preparations are typically based on complex herbal compounds, minerals, and metal substances (perhaps under the influence of early Indian alchemy or rasashastra). Ancient Ayurveda texts also taught surgical techniques, including rhinoplasty, kidney stone extractions, sutures, and the extraction of foreign objects.[11][12]
indian massage
Ayurvedic practitioners regard physical existence, mental existence, and personality as three separate elements of a whole person with each element being able to influence the others.[53] This holistic approach used during diagnosis and healing is a fundamental aspect of Ayurveda. Another part of Ayurvedic treatment says that there are channels (srotas) which transport fluids, and that the channels can be opened up by massage treatment using oils and Swedana (fomentation). Unhealthy, or blocked, channels are thought to cause disease.[54]
Massage with oil is commonly prescribed by Ayurvedic practitioners.[70] Oils are used in a number of ways, including regular consumption, anointing, smearing, head massage, application to affected areas,[71][failed verification] and oil pulling. Liquids may also be poured on the patient's forehead, a technique called shirodhara.[72]
Ayurvedic massages are different from your typical massage in that they generously incorporate soothing, warm oils, which are infused with healing herbs. Throughout these massages, the oils sink deeply into our skin, with the goal of purifying the blood, nourishing the cells, and removing toxins from the system.
There are countless variations of Ayurvedic massages, and our spa has many to choose from. No matter your body type or state of health, we have a massage that suits you perfectly. Just like everything else in Ayurveda, Ayurvedic massage is tailored to your specific constitution and needs. Keep reading to find out which of our offerings is right for you.
Another popular Ayurvedic massage is udvartana. Udvartana is a sanskrit word meaning upward, and the name refers to the upward stroking technique used in the practice. Oil-infused or dry powdered herbs, minerals, and medicinal spices are rubbed in the opposite direction of your hair growth. This creates a mild abrasive effect, which is ideal for removing impurities and stimulating the metabolic process.
Udvartana is best suited for kapha types, due to its successes in reducing fat, cellulite, and fluid retention in the skin. However, this massage can also be tailored to any body type to drain the lymphatic system, increase circulation, reduce lethargy, and activate circulation.
This full-body massage relaxes your entire body, including your scalp, face, and neck. With the use of our luxurious and fragrant blend of essential oils, your senses will be delighted as your body is deeply nurtured, moisturized, and purified.
All of our creams and oils are organic and plant based, made without parabens, phalates, or fragrances. Each spa treatment comes with a choice of an unscented or aromatherapy massage oil.*Add Muscle comfort, CoPaiba, Arnica, or Deep Blue Rub for extra relief. Or choose our full bodied Aromatherapy Intensive for Immune building. Please refer to the spa menu.
A classic Swedish-Esalen style massage using long integrative strokes and thorough muscle kneading. Great for relaxing the body, mind, and, nervous system. This massage increases circulation, encourages lymphatic flow and relieves the pressures of daily living. Light to medium pressure.
Our therapists will apply a firm, deeper pressure using various techniques such as Myofascial, Trigger Point, Lomi Lomi or Sports massage. This massage is great to invigorate tired muscles, stimulate deep circulation, and loosen deeper muscle tension or aid in injury healing. Medium to deep pressure.
Enjoy our Classic massage treatment while a customized selection of essential oils are directly applied to the spine, trigger points, and to the palms of the feet and hands. This massage helps ground the nervous system, increases immune strength, and reduce inflammation and stress in the body.
Comfortably positioned, mothers-to-be may experience a prenatal massage. This massage is designed to improve circulation, reduce edema swelling as well as relieve lower back and upper neck tension. Please approve with your doctor and communicate to your therapist any special requests or needs for your massage.
Orthopedic massage is excellent for muscle stiffness, chronic soreness, neck pain, shoulders, lower back, hips, also TMJ and plantar fasciitis. Orthopedic Massages utilizes specialized techniques that can help relax chronic holding patterns and increase mobility. A session might include myofascial release, resistance techniques, varied stretch techniques, as well as Triggerpoint therapy. Client wears loose comfortable clothing.
Take a blissful relaxation journey cradled by river stones. Heated river stones are used to relax the body and help melt away tension and stress. Feel nurtured and renewed by nature through this deeply healing and therapeutic massage. Light to medium pressure.
Journey East with our JadeSong Eastern health massage. This massage draws from Traditional Chinese body massage techniques and treatments such as Tui Na, Acupressure, Cupping, GuaSha, Chinese herbal balms and more.
An Ayurvedic, East Indian massage ritual customized for your specific body type. We first serve you a Dosha specific tea. During your massage, Ayurvedic essential oils, crystals and sound, along with specific massage techniques and pressure points, are used to balance the senses, heart, body, and mind. We suggest pairing with the Shirodhara crown treatment for a complete healing experience.
An East Indian health ritual customized for your specific body type. Warm Ayurvedic oils are applied with lymphatic massage techniques while targeting specific acupressure pressure points to relieve muscle discomfort. The massage is then followed by a nourishing & relaxing crown treatment. A warm aromatic herbal oil is poured over the forehead & scalp to calm & balance the mind. The oils are then massaged into the scalp, finishing with a neck & shoulder massage. Includes a private steam & tea. CALL to SCHEDULE
Our Abhyanga, Ayurvedic massage ritual performed by two therapists simultaneously. This four-handed massage turns off the mind and relaxes the body as it addresses the five senses, heart, body, and mind. Be prepared for Bliss. This method of massage is traditionally used in India while performing Pancha Karma healing retreats and is commonly paired with a Shirodhara crown treatment. (See massage enhancements / add-ons) Includes a private steam & tea. CALL to SCHEDULE
Add 15 minutes of Reflexology to a massage or dedicate 30 minutes to your feet and lower legs. The reflex points correlate with associated systems within the body. Massaging these points helps support the nervous system, detoxification, and circulation.
Our Deep Blue Rub, cools acute inflammation while it warms areas of chronic tension.Classic Dry Brush: 15 mins$20Add Dry Brushing to the beginning of your massage treatment to exfoliate surface dead skin cells and encourage lymphatic flow.Body TreatmentsShirodhara Bliss 75 mins $140Nourish the scalp, nerves, brain, and mind with our Shirodhara crown treatment. A warm aromatic herbal oil is poured over the forehead and scalp that calms and balances the mind. The oils are then massaged into the scalp relieving tension and nourishing the hair. This bliss treatment includes a neck and shoulder massage and steam shower.
This treatment begins with a full-body exfoliation using our stone crop scrub. Your body is then wrapped in an herbal enhanced sea mineral mud that reduces edema and inflammation while stimulating cellular metabolism and detox. While warmly cocooned chackra gems are place upon energy points, and your therapist will massage your head, neck, shoulders, and feet. After the wrap is removed, a light application of lotion or body oil is applied.
Featuring cranberry, pomegranate & green tea, this treatment is high in skin protective antioxidants & polyphenols. Natural alpha hydroxy acid exfoliation from raw sugar cane will leave your skin feeling renewed! The scrub is followed by a light apricot oil application. Includes a hot steamy shower and 15 minutes of massage.
Objectives: To objectively measure the differences between patients with stroke who received Ayurvedic massage in addition to standard Physiotherapy (PT) versus those who received only standard PT.
Materials and methods: The study was a prospective case control study, retrospectively analysed. The setting was a tertiary level hospital with neuro-rehabilitation unit. Fifty-two patients undergoing acute inpatient rehabilitation were prospectively followed post stroke. They were self-selected one month from the event for Ayurvedic massage with regular PT or PT alone. Twenty five received Ayurvedic massage with PT and twenty seven received only PT. All participants completed treatment. Information related to age, gender, National Institute of Health Stroke Scale result, number of co-morbidities, and whether cases were deemed simple or complex were taken at baseline. All patients received 6 hours of physical therapy averaged over a week. Massage was delivered daily for a total of 10 sessions followed by steam application.
Results: Patients were categorized as simple or complicated stroke based on events prior to rehabilitation. Both simple and complicated patients who received Ayurvedic massage had lower MAS and need for antispastic drugs, achieved standing with minimal assistance sooner, and had better locomotion at discharge. All these differences were significant.
Conclusion: Utilizing Ayurvedic massage in post stroke patients with flaccidity can promote faster standing with minimal assistance and lead to less need for antispastic drugs at discharge. 041b061a72