The development of Thai massage began about 2500 years ago in India. Thai massage is based on the old Indian teachings of Ayurveda and Yoga. Additional influences have come from traditional Chinese medicine with it’s meridian system. Thai massage came to Thailand in conjunction with Buddhism and is called Nuad Phaen Boran in the old writings. Nowadays Thai massage is an integral element of the traditional Thai medicine.
On the one Hand Thai massage is a manifold science, which is taught at the university as part of a four-year traditional medical degree program. On the other hand Thai massage is practiced with much skill by many women and men throughout the Thai population with a less formal education. These Thai massage therapists oftentimes obtained their knowledge through oral tradition and have less extensive theoretical knowledge compared to their colleagues trained at the universities.
With Thai massage the active movements of the massager harmonize with the passive movements if the person getting the massage, similar to a dance. Expressed a little more prosaically Thai massage is often called “Yoga for the lazy”, because the person getting the massage is not moving into the Yoga positions, involved in a Thai massage treatment, by himself. The massager rather carefully guides him into the appropriate stance.
These gentle movements, intensive stretchings and the rhythmic way of breathing are an important characteristic for Thai massage. Another characteristic is the pressing of energy points and the treatment of reflex zones. In this way the inner organs, nerves and glands are promoted in their function. Another part of the extensive treatment system of Thai massage is herbal medicine and the application of herbal steam baths.
Thai Massage in Berlin
This article is an information of THAILIN, Certified Institute for Traditional Thai Massage Berlin, and is part of an ongoing series of articles about Thai massage.
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About the author
The author is head of the Institute for Traditional Thai Massage THAILIN in Berlin, Germany. In an ongoing series of Thai Massage articles the shares her knowledge about the origin, the theory and the practical benefits of Thai massage.
As an additional service the author offers a Berlin Gift Voucher Download Shop. Here it is possible to create Thai massage gift vouchers online and send them by email or letter, as a convenient way to give health and wellbeing as a present.
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The holistic application of physical touch to affect the systems of the body-the muscular, skeletal, elimination, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, lymphatic, emotional, mental and nervous systems is called Body massage. Body massage is the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body with the hands for healing, therapeutic, pleasurable and relaxing effects. Body massage is the loving touch of the heart expressed through the hands. Professional therapeutic massage originated in China, is an age-old healing art, which can alleviate mental, physical and emotional ailments.
Let us study about the healing powers of body massage.
STRESS
Body massage helps releasing stress and tension in our bodies by increasing oxygen flow and blood circulation in the body. Excessive unresolved tension and stress in our daily lives could cause continuous muscular tension. This type of mental tension or stress diminishes the flow of oxygen and blood to the muscles and organs causing pains and aches, feelings of fatigue, symptomatic heaviness, tightness of muscles and stiffness. This can even increase the chance of strains and injuries. . Tension creates a tendency for a build up of toxins in the body, and reduces the flow of the more subtle energy or life force (Prana or Chi). Muscular stress also deforms the skeletal anatomy, which further compounds present problems and develops new ones.
Benefits of Body massage
1. Assists weight loss
2. Improves and increases blood circulation and the flow of tissue fluid (lymph)
3. Nourishes the skin (with the right oils)
4. Soothes and relaxes nerves
5. Assists in removal of deposits of tissue
6. Releases emotional and mental tension
7. Creates a feeling of well-being
8. Gives pleasure
If you have any illness it is always advisable to inform a doctor before you go for a body massage.
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You’ve hurt your back before and have sworn that you will be more careful. However, unknowingly, you’ve just hurt your back again. Maybe this points to a chronic problem; and maybe, not. However, you should not hesitate to do something about your back pain.
Back injuries, and so pain, are often caused by muscle strains. Lifting an object that is too heavy or lifted wrong can cause strained muscles. They can also occur during athlete competitions, a fall or simply a sneeze that caused a sudden awkward movement. While it may not be the first thing that comes to mind one alternative treatment is ice massage.
Ice not only helps lessen the pain of a back injury but it also reduces the blood flow. This helps to lessen the swelling and potentially minimize any internal bruising. The goal of ice therapy is quite simply to promote healing of the injured area. However, ice massage for back pain must be used instantly once the pain begins.
There are many different forms the ice may take. You can pour a bunch of ice cubes into a towel and after folding it so that they don’t fall out use that. Or you can use store prepared cold packs. These are very useful land can be kept in the freezer so they are available to use whenever you need them. With these you want to be careful that they don’t split and leak the gel inside them, as this can be harmful to the skin. If you have neither of these options available to you, use a package of frozen vegetables; the best would be corn or peas, as the smaller vegetables will allow the package to more easily mold to the area.
Another useful idea to make ice massage easier is to take a paper cup, made from heavier material like Styrofoam. Fill the cup with water and freeze it. Then you peel the Styrofoam back enough to expose the ice and use it to massage the area. If you have recurring back pain, then maintain a constant supply of these cups in the freezer.
Ice massage is most effective if used over a period of time. Some professionals suggest limiting it to five to seven minutes while others allow from ten to twenty minutes. But all agree that if the area becomes numb, then you have to stop the treatment.
The area is gently massaged with whatever from of ice pack you’ve chosen in a circular motion. Make sure that areas where the bone is nearer the skin are avoided. This includes the spine when dealing solely with back pain, but would also take in the knees, elbows and shoulders. At first the massaged area will begin to feel cold. Don’t be surprised that when it starts to hurt. Your skin will turn a pinkish color before it becomes numb. Stop at this point in time. If you wish, you can repeat the ice massage several times throughout the day. However, for your next session, ensure that your back has already warmed up and become room temperature again.
Ice massage for back pain is an effective and safe method that you can easily do from your home. there are many specialized packs that you can buy. These often come in leak proof containers, which can be thrown into a gym bag, as they can remain frozen for eight to ten hours. Some are even weighted to increase the feeling of pressure during massage. These are easily available but often costly. Still, certain precautions are to be taken. Try not to leave the cold pack directly on the skin. It is preferable that you wrap the cold pack in a wet cloth even while using it. You should also stop the ice massage once the skin in the affected area begins to feel numb. Also if the treatment does not begin to show significant results after seventy-two hours, you should consult your healthcare provider.
Caroline Colby writes on massage therapy , massage techniques, massage chairs, and massage spas around the world. Please go to http://www.massage-therapy-central.com
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