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Traditional Thai Massage (Nuad Bo-Ran) is a form of bodywork which has evolved for over 1000 years. Its origin is attributed to Dr. Shivago Komarpaj, the physician and friend of the Buddha. Dr. Shivago is still revered as the “Father of Thai Medicine”.
Thai Massage is performed on a thick mat on the floor with the receiver wearing loose, comfortable clothing, preferably of natural fibres (such as cotton). A T-shirt and thin cotton trousers would be ideal. Usually the feet of the receiver and practitioner are bare.
Thai Massage involves a series of slow and rhythmic movements incorporating deep pressure and yoga-like stretches. Pressure is applied with mostly with the palms, thumbs, and feet but also using the elbows and knees. The pressure is kept to a comfortable level for the receiver who experiences the massage as deeply relaxing.
Thai Massage is performed on a thick mat on the floor with the receiver wearing loose, comfortable clothing, preferably of natural fibres (such as cotton). A T-
Thai Massage involves a series of slow and rhythmic movements incorporating deep pressure and yoga-
Theory of Thai Massage
Like acupuncture, Thai Massage works on the energy flow within the body, called Qi by the Chinese and Prana by the Indians. In acupuncture the energy flows along meridians in the body. A similar system of meridians called the Sen lines is used in Thai Massage. There are ten main Sen lines. Thai Massage aims to massage and stretch these lines in order to release any energy blockages.
Because a Thai Massage treatment usually works on all of the Sen lines, it is an excellent therapy to receive regularly in order to maintain health and prevent problems occurring.
Thai Massage for Sportsmen and Sportswomen
Regular Thai Massage is excellent for maintaining the muscles and joints in peak condition.
Thai Massage for Specific Conditions
It can be a very beneficial treatment for back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain and sciatica.
It is an excellent treatment for stress since it produces such strong feelings of well-being.
Thai Massage for Pure Enjoyment
There is no form of massage quite so addictive as Thai Massage. It produces profound feelings of relaxation and well-being. At the end, one feels as if one’s whole body has been revitalised.
Like acupuncture, Thai Massage works on the energy flow within the body, called Qi by the Chinese and Prana by the Indians. In acupuncture the energy flows along meridians in the body. A similar system of meridians called the Sen lines is used in Thai Massage. There are ten main Sen lines. Thai Massage aims to massage and stretch these lines in order to release any energy blockages.
Because a Thai Massage treatment usually works on all of the Sen lines, it is an excellent therapy to receive regularly in order to maintain health and prevent problems occurring.
Thai Massage for Sportsmen and Sportswomen
Regular Thai Massage is excellent for maintaining the muscles and joints in peak condition.
Thai Massage for Specific Conditions
It can be a very beneficial treatment for back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain and sciatica.
It is an excellent treatment for stress since it produces such strong feelings of well-
Thai Massage for Pure Enjoyment
There is no form of massage quite so addictive as Thai Massage. It produces profound feelings of relaxation and well-