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Thai Massage History and Benefits

Posted on Sunday, October 25th, 2009 at 12:01 pm

Ancient therapy or holy medicine is what Thai Yoga Massage is. It is also known as Nuad Bo Rarn and works on the belief that the whole body must be worked on, not the single area afflicted. It is implemented by the belief that energies flow through channels in the body. If this flow is interrupted, an ailment is the result.

Thai yoga therapy is an art of healing. It is very popularly called The traditional Thai Yoga Massage. It dates back to Gautama Buddhas period which is approximately about 2,500 years ago. The founder of this curative massage is Jivaka Kumara Bhaccha. Jivaka Kumara Bhaccha was the physician to Buddha.

Understanding Thai Yoga:

It is believed by those in India and Thailand that there are over 72,000 energy lines present through the entire body. However, only ten have been chosen to be utilized by Thai Yoga Massage.

The sense of touch is an essential part of both our physical and psychological health. Thai Yoga therapy is refined by divine life force. While it works to improve relaxation, it also allows people to feel the comfort and meditative condition of mind and body.

What it does?

Thai massage therapy does not work with the body, but the energy in the body. Each energy point is compressed or general pressure applied. This type of massage is a mixture of Asanas, Acupressure, Thumbing, Stretching, Palming and gentle twisting. The goal is to maintain a balance between the psyche, spirit and body through both the donor and receiver.

Benefits of Thai Yoga:

Thai Yoga Massages curative Properties include:

1.Thai yoga balances your bodys energy pathways.

2. Increases the body’s resistance to wounds or damage.

3. Assists the body in getting rid of pain caused by arthritis, tired muscles and strain.

4. Improves your practice of yoga and additional physical modalities

5.Tones your energy, internal organs and alertness.

6. Assists the body in being able to calm down as well as feel the benefits of relaxation.

7. Allows the body to release toxins and lactic acid present in areas of the body.

Suresh Kumar believes in practicing Yoga to keep fit and lead a healthy lifestyle. He is a featured writer on Clivir.com where he shares his tips and guide about Yoga Positions for Beginners and Various Yoga Techniques.

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