Ayurveda, the sister science to Yoga, is a system of health developed from ancient times to the present to help facilitate balance in the individual. Ayurveda includes the whole person (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual) in its assessment of one’s constitution (Vata, Pitta or Kapha) and of any imbalances. Ayurveda is a rather huge field with several different areas of focus as well as levels of Practitioners.
Bodywork is one area of focus. I offer Ayurveda Massage which includes other minor ayurvedic treatments. Ayurveda Massage (abhyanga) is the application of warmed herbal oils on the body using long strokes over muscles and circular movements over joints. The Sewanti herbal blends I use are amazing, nourishing and effective! The massage is deeply relaxing but also invigorating. Many people say that they feel a renewed sense of energy the day after their treatment. My training includes a basic understanding of the various constitutions and how imbalanced doshas may manifest.
An Ayurveda Lifestyle Consultant can suggest treatments and other lifestyle modifications to help you maintain balance by suggesting basic routines, herbs and yoga practices. This is what I am presently training to do. For more serious ailments and imbalances I recommend seeing an Ayurvedic Doctor.