Pada Abhyanga in Ayurveda: Ancient Foot Massage for Deep Healing and Grounding

What is Pada Abhyanga?

Pada Abhyanga is the traditional Ayurvedic oil massage of the feet, performed using warm medicated oils and gentle, rhythmic strokes. The Sanskrit word “Pada” means feet, and “Abhyanga” means massage with oil.

In Ayurveda, the feet are considered the foundation of the body—they are connected to major nerves, energy channels (nadis), and marma points. By massaging the feet, we can stimulate the entire nervous system, calm the mind, and promote restful sleep and physical vitality.

“Just as a tree is nourished through its roots, the body is energized through the feet.”
– Ayurvedic Wisdom

How is Pada Abhyanga Performed?

Oil Selection:
- Medicated oil is chosen based on your dosha or symptoms.
- Common oils: Ksheerabala Taila, Bala Taila, Brahmi Taila, Chandanadi Taila.
Warm Oil Application:
- The feet are gently cleansed.
- Warm oil is applied over soles, ankles, toes, and calves.
Marma Therapy & Massage:
- The therapist stimulates vital marma points on the feet.
- Gentle, circular and downward strokes help calm Vata dosha and activate reflex zones.
Post-Massage Care:
- Feet are wiped and covered.
- The patient is advised to relax, preferably without walking immediately.

Benefits of Pada Abhyanga

✅ Relieves stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue
✅ Calms the nervous system and promotes deep sleep
✅ Improves blood circulation in the lower body
✅ Reduces pain, stiffness, and swelling in legs and feet
✅ Enhances eye health by stimulating foot marma points
✅ Nourishes dry, cracked heels and improves skin texture
✅ Strengthens lower limb muscles and joints
✅ Acts as a preventive therapy for many chronic conditions

Who Should Get Pada Abhyanga?

People with insomnia or disturbed sleep
Those suffering from foot pain, plantar fasciitis, or leg cramps
Elderly or individuals with weak circulation or cold feet
People with desk jobs, long travel, or excessive standing
Children or elderly as part of daily wellness
Ideal for pregnant women under guidance for calming and grounding

Contraindications: When to Avoid Pada Abhyanga

Open wounds, ulcers, or infections on the feet
Immediately after meals or heavy exertion
High fever or indigestion
During acute swelling or inflammation (until assessed)

Daily Practice for Self-Care

Ayurveda recommends Pada Abhyanga as a daily ritual (Dinacharya)—especially before bedtime:

“Nityam Padabhyangam Kuryaat” – One should massage the feet daily before sleep.

Even 5 minutes of warm oil massage on the feet can calm Vata, relieve tension, and promote undisturbed sleep.

Why Choose Shri Satguru Hospital of Ayurveda for Pada Abhyanga?

At Shri Satguru Ayurveda, our Pada Abhyanga sessions are performed with utmost care using pure, dosha-balancing herbal oils. Under the guidance of Vaidya Prem Moga, this therapy is personalized to address your specific health concerns, be it fatigue, anxiety, or leg pain.

Experience a calm, nurturing environment where your feet and nervous system are gently restored.

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