Combining elements of both Indian Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine, Yoga and Acupressure work together to release muscular tension in the body. Any of our muscles can become tight, over-contracted and painful most commonly through over-use, poor posture, injury and stress. Thai Massage looks at diagnosing and addressing these acute/ chronic patterns of stress in various ways:
With support provided by the practitioner, the receiver is guided through yoga and breathing techniques that strengthen joints, improve flexibility and maintain posture. Different kinds of stretching are used to help mobilize specific muscles and return them to their normal length and range of movement.
Stretching is combined with deep pressure techniques, which are very effective for working with tight musculature and treating the deeper postural muscles often affected. Practitioners use palms, thumbs, elbows, knees and feet to help remove blockages and free the tension trapped inside knotted muscles.
Thai Massage is based on the theory that the body is made up of SEN or energy lines, very similar to the meridians of Chinese Acupuncture. The reflex points that lie along these energy lines called Acupoints, are used as effective “trigger points” for treating soft tissue and joints as well as promoting a high level of fitness and well-being.
The treatment is fully-clothed on a futon, which allows for many techniques and stretches that are simply not possible when using a massage table. The receiver may be treated in a front, back, side and/or sitting position. Light-weight clothing is required to allow for flexible movement.
By encouraging a deep relaxation, improving flexibility and building a high level of fitness, these sessions aim to: