Did
you know that almost all of your nerves converge in your feet and that your
foot is the most sensitive part of the human body? Did you also know that if
there are any complications to your body, then the feet can show the symptoms
indirectly? Science has time and again proved this and it is high time that you
give the adequate care for your feet.
This
is nowhere explained better than in ancient Ayurveda, where it emphasises the
importance of foot massage and the need to strengthen the nerves. Ayurveda has
a long traditional foot massage therapy called as “Padabhyanga” which
can be traced back to more than 5000 years. The foot massage with essential oils would improve blood and lymphatic
circulation, nourishes the skin, and calms the restless mind.
Foot massaging
can relax the muscles of the feet and legs, it can also help in relieving stress and anxiety. Just like how the
tree gets their nourishment from their roots, channelling a proper foot massage
can rejuvenate the entire mind and body.
What is Padabhyanga?
The word Padabhyanga comes from the two Sanskrit words “Pada+abhyanga” “Pada” means foot and “Abhyanga” means massage. It is one of the most calming and soothing massage therapy and can keep your mind and soul revitalised if done in a proper way. Participating in this massage therapy daily can allow you to release the clogged energies.
3 Types of Padabhyanga Massage:
The massage can be segregated into three different types as detailed below.
1.
Padabhyanga with hand: This type of massage is
the fundamental form of massage and is basically done by your hand in the
rubbing and stroking of foot. The heat is generated by it and the
cardiovascular circulation gets activated. The massage uses sesame seed oil
generally and in some cases even herbal infused oil is also used for a better
cure.
2.
Padabhyanga with kasa bowl: In this type of massage,
a Kasa bowls with oil coating are wormed. Then the bowl’s round surfaces
are used to massage the foot and sole in a circular motion. The kasa bowls are
generally made of copper and tin. Massaging in such a manner can eliminate
toxins and it can also release negative energies from your body.
3.
Padabhyanga marma therapy: This type of therapy is
very similar to acupuncture, where the pressure points of your feet are
activated. These are called as marma points and special care is taken to make
sure that these marma points are activated by pressing them over a small period
of time. The therapy releases negative energy and relaxes your mind with
rejuvenation.
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