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Ayurvedic Massage Treatments in Raleigh, NC

Abhyanga - 60 minutes - 1 Therapist $75 - 2 therapists $150
Abhyanga
The Abhyanga is a friction massage performed by one therapist or two therapists in synchrony, utilizing warm herbalized oil and followed by a hot towel treatment. As the oil is massaged into the skin, it penetrates deep into the tissues to loosen toxins (which are fat soluble) at the cellular level. The Abhyanga enhances immunity, increases circulation and creates deep relaxation in body and mind.

Crystal Singing BowlGandharva - 75 minutes $90
This is a meditative experience in massage utilizing a crystal singing bowl for sound therapy. The treatment begins with a full body massage using warm oils, where specific muscular needs may be addressed. The massage is followed by marma therapy and finally energy balancing.

Marma - 45 minutes $60
Marma Therapy is the theory from which acupuncture has its origins. Using pure essential oils, the Marma Points are stimulated using a light pressure which promotes subtle energy cleansing and rebalancing. Marma points are the gateways in the body where the body and mind communicate. By stimulating the marmas, blocks due to stress and improper diet can be dissolved.

Pinda-Swedana - 30 minutes $45 - 45 minutes $60
Pinda-Swedana is a heat treatment in which herbal bolluses are heated and applied using friction. This process stimulates circulation and lymphatic movement. Especially indicated for arthritis and other inflammatory joint conditions, it may be combined with other treatments as part of rasayana or panchakarma.

ShirodharaShirodhara - 60 minutes $80
The Shirodhara is a profoundly relaxing treatment in which a soothing stream of warm oil is poured over the forehead. The oil pour follows a head, face and neck massage. Time is permitted after the treatment for the mind to integrate and re-awaken. This treatment calms the central nervous system and integrates the mind and body.

SAN (Shiro-abyhanga-nasya) - 60 minutes $75
The SAN treatment is especially useful for alleviating symptoms of allergies and head-colds. This treatment begins with a warm oil head massage followed by an herbalized steam treatment to the chest, head and sinuses. The nasal passages are then treated with eucalyptus oils, which further assists with decongestion. Finally marma points on the head and neck are stimulated.

Add-ons
The following treatments may be added to any of the above therapies for the ultimate ayurvedic experience.

Marma - 20 min - $35
Shirodhara 35 min - $60

3402 Hillsborough St., Suite 106, Raleigh, NC 27607

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