Samvahan
Vibrational Healing From India
This ancient Ayurvedic therapy is enjoying renewed attention, as massage therapists tune into the healing potential of vibration. By harmonizing the client's body with healthy rhythms—often with the help of Tibetan bowls, rattles or tuning forks—samvahan helps effect mind/body health and harmony.
by Kamala Thiagarajan
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