Abhyangam – Full Body Oil Massage for Holistic Healing
Abhyangam, a vital part of Ayurvedic healing, is a full-body massage using warm, medicated oils, designed to detoxify the body, nourish the skin, calm the mind and balance the three doshas – Vata, Pitta and Kapha.
Abhyangam therapy offers a deeply relaxing yet revitalizing treatment suitable for all body types and age groups. This therapy is a daily self-care recommendation in classical Ayurvedic texts and forms the foundation of many Panchakarma detox programs.
Who can benefit from Abhyangam?
Abhyangam therapy is ideal for people dealing with:
- Chronic fatigue or burnout
- Muscle stiffness or joint pain (arthritis, back pain)
- Poor circulation or lymphatic stagnation
- Dry skin, hair fall or premature aging
- Stress, anxiety or emotional imbalance
- Insomnia or irregular sleep patterns
- Sluggish metabolism or digestive issues
- Post-illness weakness or immune support
Benefits of Abhyangam treatment
- Relieves muscle tension and joint stiffness
- Improves skin texture, tone and glow
- Enhances blood flow and lymphatic drainage
- Supports better sleep and mental relaxation
- Strengthens immunity and energy levels
- Balances Vata-related disorders (like dryness, anxiety, fatigue)
- Nourishes body tissues (Dhatus) and slows aging
How Abhyangam treatment is performed?
- Personalized Assessment - Before the session, our Ayurvedic doctor evaluates your dosha balance and health status to choose the right oil formulation—like Ksheerabala Taila, Dhanwantharam Taila or Balashwagandhadi Taila.
- Warm Oil Application - The selected oil is gently warmed to a soothing temperature and applied from head to toe.
- Rhythmic Full Body Massage - Our trained therapists perform a synchronized massage using long strokes, circular movements and pressure on marma points (energy centers). The session typically lasts 45–60 minutes.
- Post-Massage Swedana - For enhanced detox, a herbal steam bath (Bashpa Sweda) may follow to encourage sweating and deeper toxin release.