Cornwall Ayurveda & Yoga

Abhyanga

Your Ayurvedic massage begins with a warm oil massage to work through any areas of tension or knots. Massage strokes vary from deep and active with strong pressure to superficial, delicate stroking or pinching/kneading of the small muscles with the finger and thumb. These follow the flow of energy channels and nerve pathways.

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Marma Madana

Ayurvedic massage is performed with an acute awareness of the marmas and chakras. Marmas are vital points similar to acupressure points, and when manipulated correctly, they revitalise the entire body. There are 107 major marma points and it is at these areas that pain and weaknesses tend to congregate. The fingers are used to stimulate these points promoting physical and mental rehabilitation.

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Chakras

According to the ancient system of Tantra, the human body has seven subtle centres of consciousness, or chakras, five of which are specified along the spinal column, where the three major energy channels intersect. According to Ayurveda, each chakra nourishes particular organs and controls various psycho-physiological aspects of our being. When they are blocked, physical disease ensues.

Ayurvedic oil massage opens and cleanses these energy channels so the current can flow freely, helping to re-balance and release pent-up emotions. Reiki energy also flows through Sarah's palms during treatments, aiding this healing process and promotes deep relaxation.

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Pinda Sweda

​Hot herbal poultices are applied to the body to increase circulation and aid a deeper penetration of therapeutic oils. Steam treatment helps to draw inflammation and toxins out of the body, relieving stiffness and swelling in the joints, reducing pain and improving movement.

Pinda sweda is especially beneficial for treating arthritis, water retention, excess body heat and tired, sore or aching muscles. 

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Ayurveda regards each individual as unique so the massage techniques and therapeutic oils used depend on any presenting conditions. Please check the list of contraindications for Ayurvedic massage (FAQs) before booking and contact Sarah if you have any concerns.