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What is Ayurvedic reflexology?
Ayurvedic
Reflexology is an ancient technique used for relaxation in which some
points are pressed and massaged by an Ayurvedic massage therapist.
How does it help?
The technique helps person get relaxed and releases the toxins accumulated in his body. One hundred seven Marma
points are used during massage and bio-current flowing through the body
is corrected. It is the most pleasurable and relaxing massage technique
in the Ayurvedic therapies.
What is Marma?
Marmas
are the most vulnerable areas and sensitive points in the human body
and wrong pressure or mistakes in manipulation can lead to harmful
effects on a person’s health, so expert Marma therapists should only use
and practice this therapy. Marma therapy has an important role in massage techniques and Ayurvedic reflexology.
What is included in ayurvedic reflexology?
Ayurvedic reflexology includes ayurvedic massage, Podikizhi and other massage techniques that can be used to relax a person.
However,
various points, tapping and squeezing methods are used in modern
ayurvedic reflexology in various ayurvedic health centers around the
world.
However, the ancient practice
of Ayurvedic reflexology is very rare and most of Reflexologists combine
ayurvedic massage and acupressure in ayurvedic reflexology.
Indications (When Ayurvedic reflexology is used?)
Ayurvedic reflexology is recommended in following health conditions:
- Depression
- Restless leg syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Headache due to tension or anxiety
- Tiredness of feet
- Fatigue
- Chronic fatigue Syndrome
- Muscle cramps
Benefits of Ayurvedic Reflexology
Ayurvedic
reflexology helps in many psychosomatic conditions. It prevents
diseases that occur due to underlying stress as a cause.
Disease-free life with Ayurvedic Reflexology
With
the advancement in time, innumerable diseases are entrapping us. In the
recent era, living a healthy life is a disconcerting desire. Now we can
ensure a healthy lifestyle with the help of the unique fusion of
India’s ancient healing touch ‘Ayurveda’ and Western ‘Reflexology’.
Helpful in stress
Stress
has become the disguised root of almost every disease in today’s world.
This fact has been acknowledged by almost every organization.
Ayurvedic Reflexology can prove to be a boon where combating stress has become a daunting task.
It
is advisable to introduce Ayurvedic reflexology sessions at set time
intervals at every workplace. This will not only ensure an ambience of
optimism but also keep the employees de-stressed and cheerful.
Ayurvedic Reflexology Techniques
The
methods and techniques incorporated in performing this therapy are
numerous. The therapists keep improvising on the existing approaches to
evolve them into pro techniques that are more effective in dealing with
the health problems. The neo-age techniques offer comprehensive foot and
handwork.
Ayurvedic Reflexology balance body energies
The
primary emphasis is on establishing a subtle balance among the various
energy systems of the body. This is done by channelizing the flow of
vital energy throughout the energy systems efficiently.
For healthy functioning of mind as well as body, it is indispensable for the vital energy to flow without any disruption.
The
vital energy (prana) flows through micro energy channels that are
located within the body. Alongside these channels are some vital energy
centers that are known as marma points.
These
points help in the optimization of vital energy flow within the body.
Since marma points are found more in number in hands and feet, the whole
body is benefitted from the hand and foot sessions of Ayurvedic
Reflexology.
The hand and foot work
sessions employ the usage of oils to avoid unnecessary frictions in the
energy optimization process. Among the wide range of oils used, warmed
sesame oil is the most commonly used lubricant in Ayurvedic Reflexology
sessions.
Sesame oil enhances the
briskness required in the movements of hands and feet in this form of
therapy. Improper handling of the marma points can lead to fatal
consequences, so one should be utmost careful while employing hand
techniques.
Another widely used
approach in Ayurvedic Reflexology sessions is the use of a small bowl
made up of bronze. This bowl is oiled first and then rubbed on the soles
of feet and palms to create a balance among the energy systems.
The
usual duration for applying the bowl is around 3-5 minutes on each palm
or foot. It is an effective method for ensuring the proper flow of
prana.
Check the video below
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwkTc7RNZNw
Check the video below
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwkTc7RNZNw
Appropriate time for ayurvedic reflexology
Ritually,
hand sessions should be done early in the morning and foot sessions
should be done at night. It is more beneficial just before going to
sleep.
Ayurvedic Reflexology has
evolved as an effective, efficient and kinder approach to treat several
illnesses. It has generated a global wave of relief and bliss among the
people who have experienced the magnificent healing touch offered by the
reflexology experts.
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