Thai Yoga massage can be traced back to 3 BC in India, where renowned healer Jivaka Komarabhacca originally created the therapeutic healing body work. Through Buddhist monks and nuns migrating to Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar and Sri Lanka, the practice has been spread down from teacher to student for generations.
Ancient murals can be found in Thailand depicting its practice. The central principle of Thai Yoga massage is of re-aligning energy points in the body known traditionally as 'sen lines', known today as the lymphatic system. Through massage, medicine, nutrition and proper exercise, the sen energy and functionality of the lymphatic system can steadily improve in time.
Thai Yoga massage is highly unique in its variety of approaches to healing the body, incorporating rhythmic massage, applied compression, assisted stretching of the joints and muscles, gentle twisting and meditation. Oil and balms can also be used along the back as a gentler option to acupressure to aid muscular release along the back, shoulders and neck.
It is traditional to use a Kapok mattress for Thai Yoga massages as the kapok molds to the body and gives the practitioner the best use of space for certain stretches and poses.
Thai Yoga massage is highly beneficial for a variety of ailments. Aiding relief of headache, knee pain, back, shoulder and neck pain, premenstrual tension and more. It also greatly improves flexibility, restores energy and relaxes the mind & body.
Methods vary across the globe but at its core Thai massage is a pleasant & invigorating experience for the receiver. The right practitioner will work with your unique needs and find the perfect amount of pressure when it comes to alleviating muscular tension.
With Boho Massage, you receive a personal consultation before your treatment, making it so that every Thai Yoga Massage is uniquely tailored to your body for optimal rejuvenation and relaxation to help you grow and progress with your healing journey.
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