What is Ayurvedic deep tissue massage?
Ayurvedic massage also known as abhyanga, employs holistic and integrative medicine principles used 3000 years ago in India, where it was first discovered. The main focus of this massage treatment is to balance out doshas within your body to achieve spiritual fulfilment and relaxation. It also helps to improve lymphatic drainage, release muscle tension and nourish the skin.

The massage is given with a little oil mixed with an Ayurvedic herb powder, Vacha (Acorus Calamus), which is known to have exfoliating and stimulating effects. The exfoliating, toning, and draining properties of Vacha improve blood circulation, stimulate muscles, and eliminate toxins effectively. It acts as a blood detoxifier and nerve tonic. It balances Vata and Kapha doshas and is also widely used in dry heating massages called Udwarthana. A mix of oil and Vacha is applied to the body using slow, deep, and strong strokes, and massage is performed using both the hands and the feet. The technique of draping is used at all times to only expose the body part being worked on.

The deep tissue massage dissolves physical tension (‘knots’) and prepares the body of the receiver also for assisted yoga stretching. Through synchronised breathing, the receiver is led progressively deeper into assisted yoga stretches that help realign the body, correct postural imbalances, and restore harmony to the subtle energies of the body.