ANCIENT THAI MASSAGE

Using passive stretching and gentle pressure along the body’s energy lines to increase flexibility and relieve muscle and joint tension. This massage is both deeply relaxing and energising.

Traditional Thai massage is an ancient healing system that combines broad and targeted acupressure, stimulation, and manipulation of energy lines called sen, and assisted yoga postures. Treatment effects are enhanced when the patient is fully relaxed and breathing deeply. This traditional healing practice, called nuad or nuad boran in the Thai language, stands in sharp contrast to western massage therapies.

Traditional Thai massage rarely uses oils or lotions, and the recipient remains clothed during a treatment. There is constant body contact between the practitioner and client, but rather than rubbing on muscles, the body is compressed, pulled, stretched and rocked in order to clear energy blockages and relieve tension. The practitioner uses thumbs, palms, forearms, elbows, knees and feet to create a dance of movement on the body of the recipient.

In this process, joints are opened, muscles and tendons are stretched, internal organs are toned, and energy is balanced. The overall effect is one of deep relaxation, rejuvenation, and physical and mental well-being.

This massage is recommended for clients seeking a traditional Thai technique massage that opens up any blockages, and makes up for deficiencies and imbalances in the flow of energy.

Benefits

This massage is both deeply relaxing and energising. Stretching and gentle pressure along the body’s energy lines increase flexibility, relieve muscle and joint tension, and balance the body’s energy systems. This Thai massage finds its roots in a spiritual tradition, and its purpose is physical, emotional and spiritual healing.