This full-body massage focuses on maximum penetration of herbal oils and release of muscular tension. It is followed by a steam bath and a hot shower .Abhayangam is a basic step that stimulates and rejuvenates various body systems. This increases the effectiveness of any other treatment taken as part of an overall program. It has more enduring effects than a massage using mineral oils and lotions. Abhayangam heals by harmonizing body, mind and spirit.
Every part of the body except the head is exposed to herbal steam.This produces sweat, dilates the channels of the body and facilitates easy removal of impurities from the system through excretory outlets like the sweat glands, kidneys and liver. When done after a treatment, it also helps the absorption of medicinal particles present in the herbal oil. The steam bath gives greater flexibility and suppleness to the body and reduces stiffness and swelling. Body becomes light due to elimination of excess water.
This incorporates the internationally famous Indian Head therapy with its deep penetrating technique releases muscular tension from the head, neck and shoulders. Head massage is said to promote hair growth, and maintain the gloss and shine of hair.
Traditional Indian foot massage (Padabhayanga) has a very special place within Ayurvedic tradition. Padabhyanga is considered most helpful in the prevention and treatment of illness. According to the Indian scriptures, diseases do not go near one who massages his legs and feet from knee to toes before sleeping, just as snakes do not approach eagles. When the specific oil is massage onto the feet with a focus on the energy points, in cyclic motions the massage helps in relaxing and lightening the lower extremities and provides physical relief and swelling. With the stimulation of these energy points, the Ayurvedic foot massage helps in treating sleeplessness, builds up blood circulation and preserves good eyesight.
