अभ्यंग

“अभ्यंगमाचरेन्नित्यं स जराश्रमवाताहा|”

अभ्यंग (Abhyanga or oleation) is a stimulating, strong but gentle massage with detoxifying and deeply relaxing effect.

A soothing or deep tissue massage is given as per need of body. Medicated oil is selected as per body constitution, disease, age, etc. During the massage, most of the areas of the body are focused on, specially the head, the ears and the feet.

Our body undergoes daily wear and tear. As the age progresses; tearing or worn out changes are more noticed. These changes can be observed on our skin, hair, vision, hunger, sleep etc. We develop wrinkles, hair fall or graying, diminished vision, digestion issues, disturbed sleep, memory troubles…. list can go on increasing like that.

Daily अभ्यंग prevents ageing and acts as a rejuvenator. It balances वात and पित्तदोष, improves vision, renders skin youthful and glowing and also gives muscular strength to body.

Thus it is very essential to do daily अभ्यंग for achieving optimum health benefits. Warm sesame oil is a very healthier and skin friendly option for daily अभ्यंग. अभ्यंग should be done preferably in morning, before bath.

In certain health conditions, special अभ्यंग or स्नेहन needs to be done at an Ayurvedic Panchkarma Center for better treatment. E.g. - joint pain, muscle stiffness and muscular tension. One must seek proper Ayurvedic expert guidance regarding the same.