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. 2022 Dec:29:100576.
doi: 10.1016/j.xjep.2022.100576. Epub 2022 Nov 21.

An Ayurvedic approach to sustaining and pampering the feet of healthcare workers

Dixie Schexnaildre  1
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An Ayurvedic approach to sustaining and pampering the feet of healthcare workers

Dixie Schexnaildre. J Interprof Educ Pract. 2022 Dec.

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic caused imbalances in the lives of healthcare workers to a great degree, leading to long hours on the feet without time for sustained rest and rejuvenation. Ayurvedic wisdom provides a holistic lens from which to view the importance of footcare, which ultimately affects the systemic being. To reduce suffering on all levels, it is important to dedicate time, daily, to the use of doshic-specific self-care techniques. This article offers a daily footcare ritual in support of mind, body, and spiritual health through application of oiling, massage, gratitude, and a yoga-based inversion.

Keywords: Ayurveda; Foot health; Healthcare workers; Padabhyanga; Preventive lifestyle.

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