Thai Massage, Thai Yoga Bodywork, Assisted Yoga and Oriental Sports Massage are some of the words use to describe Nuad Boran a unique form of bodywork dating back to ancient times. Thai Massage is becoming one of the fastest growing therapies around the world.
This traditional form of bodywork is done with no oils while the receiver is fully clothed and lies on a mat on the floor. This technique incorporates elements of yoga, stretching, joint mobilization, reflexology, kneading and acupressure along Sen Lines /Meridians that creates a unique therapeutic experience. The techniques used in Thai Massage affect the entire body by increasing flexibility, releasing tension, freeing restricted movement and helping the body's natural energy flow more freely.
Thai massage leaves the body feeling both relaxed and energized. Everyone can receive Thai Massage.
Benefits of Thai Massage
The most important function of Thai Massage is to stimulate the body's natural healing process. Thai Massage is the perfect complement to any exercise routine and is suitable for clients of all ages and abilities.
Thai Massage can be varied to suit a wide range of physical needs, and can be used as a form of physical therapy to aid in the increase of range of motion and muscular strength. It offers many other benefits for people who seek to improve their health, flexibility, and performance. Some key benefits include:
• Induces deep relaxation, relieving stress, and fatigue
• Gives a general feeling of well being, assisting in balancing the mind and body
• Increases flexibility and range of motion
• Assists alignment, and postural integrity of the body
• Improves circulation of blood and lymph
• Stimulates the internal organs
• Increases ability to absorb nutrition • Relieving many conditions including headaches, migraines, arthritis, body aches, numbness, sciatica, back pain and fibromyalgia.
No two people respond to any stimulus in precisely the same way. Some will find that a single treatment can radically alter their perception of their own body, and therefore their sense of self, while others will require a longer time to achieve the same result. Regardless of the speed of one's progress with Thai massage, every session is sure to be an incredible experience!
Receiving a Thai Massage .
To get the most out of a Thai massage, consider some of the following:
• Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing to your session (see below for details)
• Refrain from using lotions or oils on your hands and feet beforehand
• Ask any questions you may have about your treatment
• Refrain from eating for a couple of hours before your session
• Drink water after your session to help flush your system and re-hydrate your tissues
• Take a breath and relax into the experience
• A Thai Massage session can be anywhere from 1 1/2 -3 hours.
The treatment will vary depending on each person and their health goals. A treatment plan may include a series of sessions to maximize the cumulative benefits of care.
Clothing: Wearing the right clothing can make a big difference, especially if you are used to massage where you don't wear clothes at all. Light, non-restricting clothing or anything that would be worn for a yoga instruction would be best. A few notes to consider:
Wear clothes without buttons, snaps or zippers. They can get in the way of some techniques or can cause discomfort if you end up lying on them.
Ladies, wear a sports bra instead of a regular one. Most bras have hooks, wires, etc that can also get in the way (for back work in particular) or may be uncomfortable when lying face down.
