History The origins of traditional Thai Yoga Massage can be traced back 2,500 years. It is an ancient form of therapeutic healing that has roots in Indian Ayurvedic medicine. The founding father of Thai Massage, Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha, was a celebrated yogi and a doctor in the healing tradition of Ayurveda who treated, among others, the Buddha.
These doctors practiced a healing art that would later evolve into traditional Thai massage.
people to share the benefits of meditation and compassion in a physical form. It is a respected form of healing practiced today in hospitals and temples throughout Thailand.
Thai Yoga Massage Technique lines (Sen lines). The main purpose of Thai massage is to clear blockages and allow energy to flow freely along the Sen lines. Performed on a floor mat, the practitioner uses her hands, feet, arms and legs to guide the recipient in various yoga postures through conscious use of breathing.
effects; relief of low back pain, arthritis, headaches, digestive difficulties or menopausal problems. Although dynamic, Thai Yoga Massage is deeply relaxing, enabling the body, emotional and mind centers to naturally find equilibrium. As with any yoga practice, blood and lymph circulation are increased and internal organs are being tonified. Moreover, the variety of stretching and joint isolation exercises helps to increase joint mobility and flexibility, relieving therefore muscular and emotional tensions. On a deeper level, the immune system is being strengthened, toxins from the body are cleared out and at last, endorphins are
released. Thai Yoga Massage respects each person's body type and level of flexibility.
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