Ayurvedic massage works on both the physical and mental levels, transmitting a life-giving energy that assists all systems of the Body in repairing and renewing themselves. - Offers a complete guide to the Traditional forty-day beauty treatment as practiced in India, and includes recipes for massage oils, facial creams, and beautifying clay baths.. - Outlines Techniques and natural remedies for treating specific disorders, including arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica, and insomnia. - Includes massage Techniques for expectant mothers and their babies.
The author guides both the novice and experienced practitioner through each step in the full Body massage and explains which oils work best for particular Body types.
Practitioners concentrate on the marmas , subtle energy points that respond to gentle physical manipulation, and work with the needs of the different Body types.
Ayurvedic massage works on both the physical and mental levels, transmitting a life-giving energy that assists all systems of the Body to repair and renew themselves.
One of the oldest systems of medicine in the world, Ayurveda views the human being as intimately connected with the environment and all other life forms.
Ayurvedic Massage is the first book on the subject, and the first new massage therapy introduced to the West since shiatsu. 115 illustrations.
He also offers a complete guide to the Traditional 40-day beauty treatment practiced in India, giving a wide variety of recipes for fragrant massage oils, Body creams, and clay baths.
Johari explains which oils work best for particular Body types and shows how to stimulate self-healing.
Ayurvedic massage works on both the physical and mental levels, transmitting a life-giving energy that assists all systems of the Body in repairing and renewing themselves
