Allied to Panchakarma

Udvartanam (उद्वर्तन)

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Description

Udwarthanam (Dry massage)

Udwarthanam is a special therapeutic deep tissue massage using herbal powders. Udwarthanam means to elevate or to promote. This massage involves upward stroking, where the powder is rubbed forcibly on the body. Classical treatises on Ayurveda explain this procedure as a daily routine.

Procedure:

The herbal powder is warmed by heating. The massage is done in the opposite direction to hair follicles by two therapists. The procedure is performed in seven postures. After completion the person is advised to take a rest for 30 minutes, followed by a shower with warm water.

Duration of treatment: 45 minutes to 60 minutes

BENEFITS

Pacifies the aggravated Kapha dosha

Reduces the excess fat accumulated in the subcutaneous tissues

Softens and exfoliates dead skin cells, thereby giving a lustrous glow to the skin

Detoxification, purification, toning the skin

Eliminates bad body odour

Improves mobility of joints

Strengthens and tones up the muscles

Refreshes and rejuvenates the body

Takes care of conditions due to improper blood supply

Improves the circulation; opens up the body channels (Srotus) increasing the basal metabolic rate.

Tones up the skin and muscles after the childbirth

Removes cellulite and helps in weight reduction

Improves the sense of touch

Makes the body and mind alert; gives a sense of lightness of the body

Reduces the blood cholesterol

WHEN IT IS USEFUL?

Motor Neuron Disorders

Parkinsonism

Muscular dystrophy

Multiple sclerosis

Hemiplegia

Sciatica

Rheumatoid arthritis

Cerebral palsy

Skin diseases

Diabetes mellitus

Obesity

Udwarthanam Kaphaharam Medasaha Pravilayanam I

Sthireekaranam Anganam Tvakprasadakaram Param II

Meaning: Udwartana pacifies Kapha dosha; liquefies the fat; stabilizes the body parts; best to improve the complexion of the skin

(Ref: Ashtanga Sangraha)