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Shirobhyanga (Head, neck and arms) This massage releases tension at specific marma points in the head , neck and arms with firm, gentle, rhythmic techniques. Benefits: * stress buster * nourishes scalp, promotes healthy hair * helps with pain or stiffness in shoulders and wrists Mukhabhyana (Face, neck and head) This is a remedial therapy where Marma points are stimulated to increase energy flow and firm pressure lifts facial muscles. Benefits: * relaxing and rejuvenating * anti-ageing * improves lymph circulation Padabhyanga (Legs and feet) A very relaxing massage for lower legs, followed by manipulating marma points in the sole of the foot using deep pressure techniques. Great for feet weary of carrying body weight, for sports people or those who are very tired. Benefits: * soothes tired feet, * suitable for pregnancy from the second trimester * aids blood circulation, particularly after a flight Udvartana : (Exfloliation/detox) Here the whole body is rubbed with herbal powder which helps to exfoliate and draw out impurities, leaving the skin glowing and polished. Can be used as part of a weight loss programme. Benefits: * aids poor circulation * combats water retention and cellulite * for sluggish constitutions Marma Abhyanga : (Full body Massage) Here the whole body is massaged with warm, natural herbal oil, specific to the client’s dosha , stimulating most of the body’s marma points. Benefits: * enhances health, boosting the immune system * aids circulation, muscle tone and skin tone, * promotes mental tranquillity and helps with insomnia, tiredness and stress * helps with joint pains and stiffness, and muscle cramps Pinda Sweda : (Full body with herbal compress) Similar to marma abhyana, but uses a hot herbal compress, dipped in warm oil. Pummelling techniques are used. Benefits: * nourishing, strengthening and rejuvenating * helps with weak joints and sore muscles * tackles pain and stiffness of joints, and inflamed muscles. Back |
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