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Ayurvedic Bodywork Training: Basti (localized therapeutic oil saturations)

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Course Description
In this ayurvedic bodywork training you will learn 5 variations of the ayurvedic bodywork treatment, basti. This localized, therapeutic application of oil aids in chronic inflammation and pain relief, improving joint mobility, nourishing nerves, discs, and other delicate tissue from degeneration. Foundations in Ayurvedic theory, this treatment's purpose, and appropriate modifications. Gross & subtle anatomy and physiology will be covered. ​ Basti translates to English as 'container', or more literally, 'bladder'. A warmed, concentrated application of medicinal oil pools on the treatment site and saturates the affected tissues with herbal formulas. ​ Netra (eye) Kati (spine) Janu (knee) Hrid (heart) Nitamba (hip) ​ Zoom info sent to registrants

Course Objective
1. Students will learn the difference between classical and modern applications of Basti 2. Students will learn the two classifications of Ayurvedic Bodywork 3. Students will learn the indications & contraindications for Basti 4. Students will learn proper anatomical targeting and client bolstering 5. Students will be competent in applying a secure seal on treatment area and containing substance 6. Students will learn the most common pathologies that occur in joints and connective tissue of treatment sites: Cervical & lumbar spine, knee, hip, heart

Details

Provider Name Kristen Rae Quinones

Provider Bio Kris Quinones is a wellness & massage educator, licensed muscular therapist, Kripalu certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor and 500-hr Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist, with over 25 years of professional experience in orthopedics, competitive sports, and natural healing. In 2014 she founded Rasayana, LLC originally in Somerville, MA and now operates out of Colorado Springs, CO where she teaches empowering strategies for natural pain relief, body mobility, and injury recovery using an integrative approach.

Course Name Ayurvedic Bodywork Training: Basti (localized therapeutic oil saturations)

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Audience Ayurvedic Professionals

Course Delivery Method Live (On-Line)

Time 2022-08-02 00:00:00 to 2022-08-02 00:00:00 (America/Denver)

Faculty Kris Quinones

Earlier Event: August 2
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