Ānanda Abhyanga

Service Description

A staple of the Ayurvedic lifestyle, Abhyanga treatment uses a lush dose of warm oil and long strokes to provide benefits for the mind, skin, and immune system. It is performed in a sequence that relaxes and softens the tissues. It can also become a part of a robust daily self-care ritual to promote overall health and longevity. Unlike traditional deep tissue massage, the strokes are long, graceful, and fluid. This technique stimulates the lymphatic system and detoxifies the body. It is a perfect complement to non-Ayurvedic, deep tissue massage. A great deal of warmed oil is applied during an Abhyanga , nourishing our largest organ, the skin. The oils chosen for Abhyanga coincide with one's Dosha, or individual constitution, as it relates to the natural elements. Abhyanga massage loosens toxins in the tissues, improves circulation of blood and lymph, lubricates the joints, restores energy and vitality, balances the doshas, and calms the mind. The end result of promoting overall health and longevity, calming the nerves, soothing of the adrenals, enhanced detoxification and stress relief makes this one of the most desirable and divine body therapy treatments that BIA has to offer. It is a simple and enjoyable way to feel healthy and engage in traditional Ayurvedic practices.