Getting a massage is one of the most relaxing experiences out there, especially when you have had a tough week and just need to unwind. But did you know that this practice known as Abhayangam in Ayurveda actually has a number of health benefits? What’s more, is the fact that this form of massage is practiced widely in India and is used for both adults and kids. Here are some benefits of the practice
Increases flexibility:
Vaidya Vandana says that when a person’s body is massaged with precise pressure applied on their muscles, it helps tone your muscles by stretching them and improving their functioning. Apart from this massage performed for an extended period of time helps reduce flab and gives your muscles more tone.
Improves your mood and can beat depression:
Your body contains 30 pressure points on the soles of your feet and palms that are related to various organs. Apart from that, you have 7 reflex centres that are related to the glands of the neck, head, reproductive organs, pancreas, kidneys and liver. When performed a massage also helps on the release of certain hormones that calm your mind, relieve stress and help keep depression at bay.
Beats body pain:
A massage feels perfect when you are aching all over. This is because if done properly it helps beat body pain. Due to its action on the muscles and nerves of your body a massage helps relieve mild to moderate body ache. Apart from this the increased blood circulation, release of hormones and secretions that help make you relaxed also help beat pain. Vaidya Vandana says that if after a massage a person experience pain relief but it recurs, it needs medical attention