Hridaya Vasti - Heart Chakra Healing Therapy
Hridaya is the Sanskrit term for the heart and Vasti in Sanskrit means to hold.Hridaya Vasti is a warm oil heart treatment where the heart area is bathed in warm oils for a period of time for emotional release and letting go of sorrow and pain from the past.
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Being open to love around us is one of the most healing experiences in the world, but throughout our lives, some of us have accumulated emotional burdens and grief. Trying relationships, scary experiences, or regretful choices can leave us with a heavy heart, making the journey to health an uphill battle. Unprocessed emotions can live in the body tissue such as the heart and lungs, causing congestion, weakness, and impaired functioning.
Hrdya is the Sanskrit word for Heart. The Heart Experience, or Hrdaya Vasti, is a wonderful Ayurvedic treatment that stimulates the Heart Chakra (Anahata) and restores a sense of peace and calm. It is used for the treatment of diseases in the region of the chest—especially Kapha and Vata Dosha disorders.
The heart area is continuously bathed with warm Ayurvedic oils. As the oil cools it is replaced with warm oil to maintain a uniform temperature. This process is continued for a specific time. Specialised herbs in the oil target soothing the heart and increasing heart and lung functions. The deeply nourishing oil allows the release of old feelings and makes us more capable to handle the emotions we have in the present day.
BENEFITS
The relaxing and healing effect of Hrdaya Vasti reduces excess Kapha or Vata Dosha in the chest region.
It alleviates pain, congestion, and dryness within the airways/lungs.
It nourishes the heart and helps in the better functioning of this vital organ.
It soothes the nerves supplying these organs, enhances local blood circulation, and relieves muscle tension.
INDICATIONS:
Respiratory diseases such as chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, chronic dry cough, Vata Kasa (a dry, painful, hacking cough)
Smoker’s cough, emphysema, COPD, seasonal cough
Dyspnea, breathing difficulties
Circulatory diseases such as heart disorders, palpitations, valve diseases, etc.
Poor respiratory immunity and heart disease may not be responding to routine medication.
Nervousness, anxiety, stress and fear
Hrdya Vasti pairs well with an Ayurvedic full body massage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely! However, if you are suffering from chronic stress, insomnia, or any other chronic health issue, you would benefit from receiving this treatment regularly. With the amount of stress that we carry today, sometimes one treatment is not enough to calm the mind and its thought processes. I recommend purchasing a package of 5 x treatments and receiving these in 5 consecutive days to receive maximum benefit. Shirodhara can be done for a minimum of 5 days to a maximum of 28 days.
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Absolutely! However, if you are suffering from chronic stress, insomnia, or any other chronic health issue, you would benefit from receiving this treatment regularly. With the amount of stress that we carry today, sometimes one treatment is not enough to calm the mind and its thought processes. I recommend purchasing a package of 5 x treatments and receiving these in 5 consecutive days to receive maximum benefit. Shirodhara can be done for a minimum of 5 days to a maximum of 28 days.
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To get the full benefits of your treatment it is best not to eat beforehand (especially heavy meals). However, if you are very hungry, it’s better to have a small snack so that you aren’t distracted by a growling stomach during your treatment.
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You can wash the oil from your body and hair but it is recommended to leave it on and let your body. Showering before bedtime is fine as it allows oils to get absorbed fully. When you shower, avoid using soap on the body but you can use shampoo to remove the oil from your hair if it bothers you.
It is recommended to take rest after the treatment to allow the body to process the benefits of the massage. Eat a simple and easy to digest meal such as Khichdi, rice and lentils or soup and spend time relaxing with loved ones.
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Please wear something comfortable, but in the case of an Oil Massage, I suggest that you don’t wear expensive clothing that could get stained. I can provide you with single-use underwear for body treatments (you are welcome to wear your own underwear but please be advised that it may become stained with oil). In order to preserve your modesty at all times, the technique of draping is used at all times where only the body part being worked on is exposed.
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At this time, I do not offer this treatment for pregnant clients.
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Yes, it is important for me to be fully aware of all your current medical conditions, including pregnancy or suspected pregnancy, because in some cases massage therapy is contraindicated. Please advise me prior to booking a treatment if you are currently experiencing any of the following:
Infectious skin condition or skin condition with itching, oozing, redness or hives; scalp infection/dandruff; open cut or wound; severe bruising; high temperature or fever; cold or flu virus/cough; hyperacidity; gout; auto-immune disorder; diabetes (Type 1); severe circulatory disorder; heart condition; epilepsy; thrombosis or embolism; recent injury/surgery; recent scar tissue.Yes, it is important for me to be fully aware of all your current medical conditions, including pregnancy or suspected pregnancy, because in some cases massage therapy is contraindicated. Please advise me prior to booking a treatment if you are currently experiencing any of the following:
Infectious skin condition or skin condition with itching, oozing, redness or hives; scalp infection/dandruff; open cut or wound; severe bruising; high temperature or fever; cold or flu virus/cough; hyperacidity; gout; auto-immune disorder; diabetes (Type 1); severe circulatory disorder; heart condition; epilepsy; thrombosis or embolism; recent injury/surgery; recent scar tissue.
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Simple answer; no… absolutely not (so please don’t embarrass yourself by asking).