Abhyanga is the practice of applying plain or medicated oil over the body followed by gentle massage. According to Ayurveda, regular Abhyanga makes the body strong, firm, and smooth-skinned. It enhances complexion, delays the process of ageing, relieves fatigue, alleviates Vata Dosha, and promotes vision, nourishment, and sound sleep.
Abhyanga helps the body to recover easily from exhaustion and exertion. For maximum benefits, oil should be applied all over the body, with special emphasis on the head, ears, and soles of the feet. Daily application over the whole body is ideal; however, if this is not possible, minimum daily application over the head, ears, and feet is recommended.
Oils Used for Abhyanga
Sesame oil (Tila Taila)
Coconut oil
Mustard oil
The choice of oil may vary according to Dosha predominance, season, and individual constitution.
Duration
Ideal duration of self-body massage: 10–15 minutes
Benefits of Abhyanga
Strengthens and nourishes the body tissues
Improves skin texture and complexion
Delays ageing changes
Relieves tiredness and stress
Alleviates Vata-related disorders
Promotes good sleep and vision
Research Evidence
Massage therapy has been shown to have beneficial effects in various conditions such as prenatal depression, care of preterm and full-term infants, autism, skin disorders, pain syndromes (including arthritis and fibromyalgia), hypertension, autoimmune conditions (asthma and multiple sclerosis), immune-related conditions (HIV and breast cancer), and ageing-related disorders including Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
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