Ayurveda which is an ancient “science of life” is based on the interconnectedness between the mind, the body, and the spirit. Its holistic approach recommends lifestyle changes, dietary regulations, massages, and special treatments such as nasya for the complete wellness of the patient.
Among these treatment plans massage or abhyanga is significant in that it balances the doshas in the body. The imbalance of three doshas vata, pitta, and kapha are, according to Ayurveda, the reason for human illness. Massages that balance them in a way contribute to the physical and mental well-being of the patient.
Ayurvedic Massage: Its potential for mental well-being
- Stress Reduction: Calming strokes and special techniques employed in the best Ayurvedic massage in Dubai are known to reduce stress levels resulting in emotional relaxation.
- Balancing Doshas for Emotional Equilibrium: As mentioned earlier Ayurveda is based on the balancing of three doshas. The interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit explains the emotional balance or equilibrium obtained along with the balancing of the doshas.
- Calming the Nervous System: The rhythmic movement and application of warm herbal oils result in calming the nervous system. Thus your mind reaches a state of bliss.
- Skin Nourishment: The Herbal oils used have the potential to penetrate the body. As a result, its natural functions such as detoxification are enhanced. In a way, this leads to a reduction of tension within body and mind.
- Enhanced Mental Clarity: Special hand movements in Ayurveda massage Dubai improves blood circulation. Blood being the carriers of oxygen your body especially the brain receives better oxygen supply. This opens up the mind and gives better clarity of thought. This clarity also results in better cognitive thinking.
- Reduction of Mental Fatigue: Ayurvedic massage refreshes the mind especially if your mind is burned out or exhausted.
- Improved Sleep Quality: The calming effects on the nervous system and the peace of mind offered by Ayurveda massage facilitate better sleep.
As the popular notion goes ‘Ayurveda offers side benefits, not side effects’. So this list can go on with multiple side benefits for your mental well-being.
The way of Abhyangam
In this unique treatment, more than adequate warm herbal oil is applied to the whole body. A specialist who dexterously strokes your nerves and blood vessels leaves you with a body detoxified from excess doshas.
How to prepare for an Ayurvedic massage?
Wear loose clothes for the procedure. As you will have your body soaked in warm oil choose clothes that are less likely to get stained. Heavy food must be avoided. Having light food a few hours before the massage is preferred. Hydration is also essential for the removal of excess toxins from the body. However, drink water a few hours before treatment. Also, make sure to visit the loo before taking a massage.
Why Ayur Treat?
Ayur Treat Ayurveda Clinic is among the few clinics in UAE that stick to the true nature of Ayurvedic treatment as passed on by the ancestors. Trained therapists at Ayur Treat are also the carriers of a real tradition that is hard to find among facades of traditional rhetoric.
