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 Asia could arguably be called the centre of the spa universe. It offers so many different therapies in so many blissful locations that sometimes it is hard to know what it is you are actually looking for.Not all of these therapies have their roots in this culture-rich region, but they are all available, and to help you choose just what it is your mind, body and spirit are crying out for. Here you can find a top 36 selections |
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Ayurveda From the ancient Sanskrit words ‘ayus’ (life) and ‘ved’ (knowledge), Ayurveda is the oldest surviving, complete medical system in the world, dating back nearly 5,000 years. The art of healthy and harmonious living the system recognizes your basic nature and encourages you to live accordingly. There are three main energies, vata (characterized by people with thin build, dry skin, excitable personalities), pitta (deuim build, strong appetites, passionate in nature) and kapha (stocky build, laid-back, accepting). Everyone has elements from all three, what to eat and how to exercise and rest.Treatments include regulating your diet and detoxifying as well as massage and the increasingly popular shirodhara, the popular shirohdara, the pouring of medicated oil on the forehead from a suspended pot. Acupressure and Acupuncture The two acu-s are both traditional Chinese treatments used to stimulate the flow of energy throughout the body. While acupressure uses strong massage performed with the fingers, acupuncture uses needles to achieve a similar result, that of clearing meridians and therefore balancing the body. Aromatherapy  Much more than just a nice smell, Aromatherapy is the inhalation or absorption through the skin of aromatic essential oils, which alleviate specific physical disorders. They can positively affect us psychologically and emotionally too, by working on the nervous system making on the nervous system making aromatherapy a truly holistic therapy.Buteyko breathing Breathing is the body’s most important function but as it comes so naturally we don’t stop to think about whether we are doing it ‘right’. Buteyko breathing is retrains our patterns of breathing to improve our overall health. In this way it is possible to control asthma, allergies, migraines, stress, panic attacks and even weight loss. Cranial sacral therapy This is a treatment that focuses on restoring the flow of the cerebrospinal fluid that moves between the head and the base of the spine along the spinal column. Home to the central nervous system, any irregularities form problems for corresponding parts of the body. The therapist’s light manipulations release blockages and allow information and nutrition to flow more freely. Detox  The catchword of the new millennium is detox. Essentially including fasting, colonics and taking time off to do absolutely nothing, it is the ultimate boost for your physical, mental and emotional health. Think of it as spring-cleaning your whole self. You’ll be ridding your body of toxins, lowering stress levels, possibly losing weight and ultimately completely re-energizing.Exfoliations and scrubs More than just a deliciously scratchy feeling, scrubs remove any dead skin cells and return a healthy glow to smoother skin. Aiding circulation, scrubs also open pores and promote better absorption of cleansers, moisturizers and toners, thereby helping them work more effectively. Flotation capsule It sounds claustaphobhic, but after 30 minutes in a floatation capsule you’ll get out refreshed, becalmed and feeling as if you’ve had the whole day off. There’s something about being in the perfect temperature and completely without external stimulation that leaves you free to switch off that voice in your head and really turn inside. Green tea A wonder drink as sipped by zillions of Japanese on a daily basis, it was brought into Japan by Buddhist monks by traveling back from China in 800AD. Renowned as a medical beverage even then, now it is believed to help prevent cancer, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and ageing. Hot stone therapy  Feeling like delicate paths of fire smoothly traveling the length and breadth of your body, hot stone therapy involves the placement and light pressure stroking of heated stones to loosen tense muscles. It is in fact an ancient practice originating in the east now rediscovered in the west. Designed to clear energy channels, the heat from the stones are also used to further stimulate the circulation.Hydrotherapy Harking back to the elixir of life, water hydrotherapy is an old spa trend with a fresh look. Spa enthusiasts are queuing up to go with the flow, bathing in underwater jet massages, different types of showers and the healing powers of natural mineral baths. It may seem purely pleasurable at first, but after a long soak in a bubbling bath, you’ll be singing a different tune. Iridology The history of iridology dates back at least as far as 1670 and has gained popularity recently because of its non-invasive qualities. Examination of the iris reveals markings and signs, which can indicate the condition of the body’s specific organs and systems, suggesting healthful solutions. Juicing  A close sister to spa cuisine, juices have great power to send healing vitamins straight to the parts of the body that need it most. And when you are drinking a juice straight from the fruit, you know you are getting the best it can offer. Just replace one of your daily coffees with an orange and carrot or apple and celery combo and you will be fighting germs without even noticing.Kinesiology Also known as muscle balancing, kinesiology helps the body into a better position to heal itself by realigning energies. Bringing eastern energy flow and western style muscle testing together, and using therapies such as bio-dynamics, homeopathy and aromatherapy, kinesiology can alleviate pain, digestive disorders, fatigue, back problems, and promote general wellbeing. Labyrinth walking Yes it sounds flakey, and no it’s not a race to see who can get round the corners the fastest. Following a man-made, spiral patterned path, usually traced on the ground in a garden setting, labyrinth walking facilitates the journey within, promoting meditation, focus and calm. |
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