Ayurvedic Marma Massage
Highland Ayurveda is now offering traditional, healing Ayurvedic Marma Massage, Pinda Sweda and Shirodhara. Ayurvedic Marma Massage is very different to other forms of massage because it is specific to the person, focusing on the individual constitution and oils according to the imbalance. ​Ancient massage techniques (tapping, kneading, rubbing, squeezing and cupping) are used to stimulate the skin, muscles, nerves and cells of the body, to dislodge wastes, toxins and fluids. Ayurvedic Massage therapies include Pinda Sweda (hot poultices, similar to hot stones), Vasti and Picchu (holding hot oil in a dough ring on a painful area), Shirodhara (hot oil pouring on the head to pacify the nervous system), Marma vital energy point stimulation (similar to acupuncture) and Chakra energy balancing massage with therapeutic oils.
The benefits of Ayurvedic Massage therapies include increased immunity, reducing signs of ageing, relieving anxiety and depression, balancing doshas to cure diseases, and whole person healing.
Highland Ayurveda offers Ayurvedic Massage therapies to patients as part of their Ayurvedic Treatment Plan. Massage is also available to new clients, on a standalone basis for general health and happiness as regular massage relaxes muscles, nerves, bones, digestive system and the whole body, by maintaining the proper balance and circulation of the body gases, generally making life more joyful.
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Benefits of Ayurvedic Massage
Removes Old Age & Increases Immunity
Stimulates skin, muscles, nerves and cells to dislodge waste, toxins and fluids enabling prana to flow naturally, rejuvenating the person, reducing toxicity, ageing, fatigue and illness whilst increasing immunity.
Relieves Anxiety & Depression
Relieves mental and emotional illnesses and past trauma, especially through Shirodhara, enabling the person to 'let go' without speaking of the traumas they are holding.
Dosha Balancing
Excellent cure for Vata disorders ( dryness, joint pain, arthritis, stiffness, sciatica, muscle tension, sprains, constipation, bloating) and Kapha congestion heaviness and obesity, by dislodging toxins and blockages.
Whole Person Healing
Releases blockages, removes wastes and bodily fluids and allows prana and nutrients to flow freely, in the circulatory, respiratory, nervous musculoskeletal, digestive system, excretory, endocrine and reproductive systems to promote healing and happiness.
Pinda Sweda Treatment
Shirodhara Treatment
Rejuvenating Abhyanga Massage (60mins)
£80
In today’s fast-paced world, stress, fatigue, and poor lifestyle choices have become common, leading to low energy, poor circulation, muscle stiffness, and imbalanced health. Abhyanga is a therapeutic full-body rejuvenation massage performed with warm medicated herbal oils, chosen based on your dosha (body constitution). It is more than a massage— a deeply nourishing, detoxifying, and rejuvenating therapy that balances the body, mind, and spirit. This includes Chakra massage energy healing with targeted Marma Massage Points.
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Ayurvedic Pain Relief Massage Therapies (55mins)
£70
​There are a variety of traditional Ayurvedic therapies for musculoskeletal issues, arthritis and joint/muscular pain. Depending on the issue, warm Ayurveda oil is either poured into a dough ring and placed on the spot of pain or discomfort, or it is kept in place with a cotton wool picchu. The deep heat therapy of the oil radiates through the muscles, releasing tension and stiffness. Helpful in acute and chronic back pain, prolapsed disc, spondylitis, sciatica, degenerative disorders, osteoporosis, arthritis, leg pain, hip pain and spinal cord compression. Also effective for neck, knee, foot and hand pain, where cotton wool picchu, herbal poultices or herbal foot soak may be used. Best results with 3 - 14 sessions. This is available to be booked as a single treatment or in addition to another treatment. Once you book this, you will be contacted for more details regarding the pain so that the best treatment can be managed.
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Shirodhara and Healing Head Massage (70mins)
£115
Shirodhara is a technique that uses warm oil poured in a gentle stream over the forehead. This is a profoundly relaxing as it works to calm and pacify the central nervous system stilling the mind and senses. This allows stress to be released and to enhance natural healing. The oil is then massaged into your head with key marma point massage to finish.​Recommended for those with high levels of stress, insomnia, anxiety, and Vata imbalances.
Shirodhara primarily influences the central nervous system, particularly the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and autonomic nervous system. The forehead or Third Eye region has a high concentration of nerve endings and is linked to the pineal gland, which regulates melatonin production—the hormone responsible for sleep.
The continuous stream of warm oil activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress hormones (cortisol and adrenaline) and promoting relaxation. The gentle oil flow induces a meditative state similar to the effects of deep meditation and yoga, lowering brainwave activity from beta (active) to alpha (relaxed state). Shirodhara is a natural and effective therapy for insomnia and sleep disturbances, working by regulating melatonin and calming the nervous system.
Begins with a shoulder and neck massage and finishes with a head massage with key marma points.This is available on its own or with any of the other massages. Recommended 5 to 14 day course for best results.
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