The real "Thai Massage" or "Thai Yoga" Massage

[Hello K]

I was wondering how many therapeutic massage guys have tried a Thai Yoga massage. This is a purely therapeutic massage done without oil, fully clothed and done on floor mats, with no sensuality involved.

The following video gives a good idea of the type of massage, however different practitioners use different moves.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JudqIEauzlc

I recently went to a thai massage practitioner and rediscovered the enjoyment of this form of massage.

I am looking for feedback from others to find out what your experiences have been, of if you think this form of massage would be interesting.

(the following is a cut and paste from a website)


How does Thai massage work?
Thai massage consists of
(1) passive mobilization & stretching
(2) compressions along energy lines (called "Sen")
(3) rhythmic rocking motion
(4) guided breathing, meditation, compassion


1. Passive stretching affects the muscle tissues and nervous system quite differently from active stretches. During active stretching, the brain essentially sends signals to the muscles limiting the extent of the movement to prevent injury. It says "This is how far it is safe for me to go". When a muscle is stretched beyond its "safe" capacity, the brain sends it a signal to contract quickly to protect itself, resulting in a cramp.

The passive mobilization and stretches in Thai massage "remind" the body (& the brain) that it can indeed move in a given direction - that your shoulders don't belong up by your ears! - and achieve a greater range of motion, as muscle fibres are extended without the conscious, active contraction of the antagonist (opposite) muscle (i.e. quads/hamstrings).

2. Compressions are applied along the sen, helping to release energy blockages along the way and promote the free flow of energy.

In physiological terms then, for the sceptics who resist "energy talk": Incidentally, these lines follow along muscle tissues and nerve and blood pathways. The practitioner uses thumbs, palms, elbows, knees and/or feet to squash the fibres all along muscles, from origin to insertion. This causes micro-tears in the muscle tissues and then the body's fluids rush in to do their repair work. Kind of the same principle behind how exercising and lifting weights builds muscle.

3. The practitioner is almost always in a rocking motion: side to side, forward and back, and in circles (whirlpool). It allows the practitioner to transfer their body weight to achieve pressure, rather than using force (which would be very tiring). This constant rocking, which also transfers to the recipient, calms both their nervous systems. It's one of the reasons practitioners themselves usually "feel better after" having given a Thai massage.

4. Thai massage is a meditative practice, in that both giver and receiver are completely present and mindful of their breathing for the duration of the session. This state of mind allows the practitioner to be more aware of, and in tune with the recipient's responses to each posture. When giving a Thai massage, the practitioner is giving of their kindness, compassion and caring; to help the receiver feel better.

 

[Chi4Now]

The real "Thai Massage" or "Thai Yoga" Massage

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[veritypendragon]

The real "Thai Massage" or "Thai Yoga" Massage

I saw some place they have "thai yoga massage", in downtown eaton by asian,
interesting to try,,,,,
report.