As humans, we spend energy and time in exchange for our means of survival, which is money. As energy is used up the body feels weak and sometimes pain is felt in some parts of the body.

In order to take care of this pain, pharmaceutical companies have come up with painkillers. These drugs are everywhere and easily affordable hence they are prone to misuse and abuse. When abused, such drugs can lead to different side effects which can be either mild or severe. Mild side effects include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, usually caused by the way the drug interacts with opioid receptors along the digestive tract. The long-term effects depend on how the drug is taken.

Crushing and injecting the tablet into the bloodstream can cause long-term heart damage and other cardiovascular issues, and can increase the likelihood of a heart attack. Not to mention the risks of contracting blood-borne diseases if the condition under which injection was done is non-sterile. What then is the alternative to painkillers since the feeling of pain cannot be totally eradicated?

Ayurveda is a form of alternative medicine that involves the holistic wellness of man. Ayurvedic doctors regard physical existence, mental existence, and personality as a unit, with each element being able to influence the others. This is a holistic approach used during diagnosis and therapy and is a fundamental aspect of Ayurveda. Ayurveda offers herbal medicine and remedial massage as alternative treatments to pain. The natural herbs are effective painkillers which are chemically non-addictive and free from side effects.

An Ayurdevic Massage can help you with a whole lot

Massage may be categorized into relaxation massage and remedial massage.

A relaxation massage helps de-stress and loosen up your body and is great for those who have had a hard working week or feel like treating themselves to some TLC! The treatment consists of flowing strokes, kneading and gentle manipulations of the muscles performed at your chosen pressure. It is a pain-free way to relax both your muscles and your mind.

Now, what is a Remedial massage?

As you can already deduce from the name, this is done to remedy a situation. It is done with focused attention on a particular part of the body bone or muscle in order to relieve one of pain. If you have particular muscle tension or chronic pain, a remedial massage may be for you. Your remedial massage therapist will assess where you need treatment and what may be causing your pain. They’ll perform some tests to see exactly which muscles are giving you trouble and will tailor a treatment plan to suit.

The treatment itself may involve deep tissue work for short periods of time, but the results are definitely worth it! Some conditions such as stiff necks, headaches, and sciatica as well as other sports injuries may all be easily solved with the right therapist.

If you would like to know more about remedial massage and how it can help improve your condition then the right therapist awaits you at Ayurved Health Clinic. We also have a sexual health clinic for sex-related issues. We are your ‘go to’ clinic for general Ayurveda medicine in Australia.