Ayurvedic Foot Massage

Caring for the feet in Ayurvedic form of therapy goes beyond the scope of mere cosmetic application.



An ayurvedic foot massage profits the entire body and the nervous system. An ayurvedic foot massage unwinds the entire physiology of the individual and renders a sense of resurgence, modified energy, and enhanced blood circulation.



An ayurvedic foot massage begins with a hot herbal foot bath or a soak. In a large foot tub, hot water is poured over essential ayurvedic herbs and the individual is asked to soak the feet in the tub.



The herbs are gently rubbed on the feet without being scrubbed. The aroma from the herbs and the salts provide a good deal of relaxation for the feet in addition to imparting a good aroma. After the feet have been dried and cleaned well, the feet are then subjected to a series of sweeping movements that massages the specific points on the feet. Massaging the feet is akin to massage the entire body, according to ayurveda. Massaging the feet not only helps on the detoxification of the body but also helps in balancing the emotions and improving the blood and lymph flow circulation.

As in every aspect of Ayurveda, an ayurvedic foot massage emphasizes on preventing the foot from disorders in addition to providing foot care. In an ayurvedic foot massage, the therapist administers receiving the massage treatment by focusing on energy points on the feet and manipulates these these areas to bring about an improvement in physical and emotional ailments. The therapists then uses freshly prepared massage oils that go with the individual's ailment. Different types of oils have various medicinal properties and depending upon the individual’s particular problem the specific oil is used to massage into those energy points. Oils such as coconut oil, sesame oil, sunflower oil, passionflower oil, bala oil and olive oil are the different types of oils used as massage oils.

When the specific oil is massage onto the feet with a focus on the energy points, in cyclic motions the massage helps in relaxing and lightening the lower extremities and provides physical relief and swelling. With the stimulation of these energy points, the ayurvedic foot massage helps in treating sleeplessness, builds up blood circulation and preserves good eyesight. The massage techniques used in the ayurvedic foot massage consists of tapping, kneading and gentle pinching, as well as conventional massage strokes. The mode and course of the massage is dependent on the nature and personality of the individual the body's needs for equilibrium and welfare at the time.