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Monday, 19 December 2011

Ayurveda's Udwartana (Herbal Dry Powder Massage)


This is a specialized herbal treatment for weight reduction. An herbal paste or powder is applied all over the body and deeply massaged with specific movements.

It is useful for toning the skin & muscle after childbirth or weight loss. It removes Cellulite, imparts good complexion to the skin, and revitalizes the sense of touch, Removes Kapha toxins from the body. It is effective in Obesity for weight reduction.

It is body massage using herbal powders. The treatment is good for diseases like diabetic neuropathy, paralysis, obesity, skincare, sciatica, indigestion and sclerosis of blood vessels. The massage activates the nerves and increases blood flow to the impaired parts of the body. Udvarthanam is also an important health preserving massage. As the massage promotes active blood flow, it revitalizes and reconditions the body, thus preserving its strength, skin texture, and natural elasticity. Fat reduction is one of the significant benefits in cases of obesity.

'Thriphala', is the most commonly used powder in the treatment. It is a mixture of excellent nerve stimulating agents such as Gooseberry, Belerica, and Myrobalan. The medicated powder is applied all over the body and massage is done in the opposite direction of the hair roots, with appropriate pressure. Extra massage is provided on specific parts of the body depending on the type of disease.
The massage goes on for about 30 to 40 minutes. During this time, the body surface slightly warms up and expels traces of toxic coatings on its nerve endings. This facilitates faster nerve stimulation and blood circulation to the damaged areas of the body. Udvartana also promotes elasticity of the skin and makes the body soft and fatigue-free.

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