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A healthy body leads to a healthy being. This belief is intrinsically pressing today, where some people are clinging to every last hope for survival while others are mentally in an existential crisis. At such juncture, many methods of alleviating one's mind and wellbeing have been either newly devised or rooted back to the traditional times. One such massage service in Dubai is Thai massage. It is one of the many traditional healing systems that combines yoga postures, acupressure and Indian Ayurvedic principles to relax the body and heal the mind, as an ancient form of healing that has been practiced along with other traditional medicines healing sciences in Thailand for thousands of years. Its origin lies in oriental medicine and yoga.
At the crux of it, the concept of Thai massage is that every human being is surrounded by an invisible energy. Principally an individual's energy body consists of over 72,000 individual energy lines. The energy body is divided into ten main energy lines called Sen, which supplies vital energy to our organs, the life force. Hence, traditional Thai massage focuses on manipulating the energy of the ten main Sen lines.
The idea of the massage might seem intimidating for the first time, and people might have a lot of questions as per the procedure and familiarity. Still, Thai massage in Dubai is a wholly unique experience.
The technique is entirely different from what people are generally familiar with. For example, unlike hot stone or deep tissue massages, where one passively lies on the bed, one has to lie on the floor and participate more actively in the massage in a Thai massage. It is known for relaxing the whole body by relieving the pain and reducing stress and parasympathetic activity in patients suffering back pain. Moreover, it also increases blood circulation, decreases blood pressure and heart rate. You will not know the boons of this massage unless you actually try it yourself. So before you book your appointment for pure bliss, you must know the following about Thai massage therapy.
It was developed by monks centuries ago. Specifically, it was devised by Chiwaka Komaraphat over 2,500 years ago, who was said to be Buddha's physician. He possessed extraordinary medical skills and extensive knowledge of herbal medicine. This is validated in Wat Pho temple's towering spires and ceramic inlaid stupas, Bangkok. In the inscriptions dating back to the 19th century, shaded by the wooden eaves, these large marbles plaques of Wat Pho, also known as Epigraphic Archives, open the secret of the Thai way of life and are one of the earliest dated records of the Nuad Thai technique or the Thai massage. Unlike its western counterparts, Thai massages' s rich history has been handed down the generations. Therefore it has evolved and is well researched upon. You might not believe in the energy lines theory. Still, you will surely benefit from the years of experience Thai massage therapists possess.
(2) The technique of the Thai Massage
It is believed that tight muscles diminish the flow of energy. When the body's energy is immobile, its stiffness and inflexibility create discomfort and pain. This practice is sustainable for both the giver and the receiver. Therefore it is often described as 'Thai Yoga Massage". There are two primary techniques of Thai massage,
This technique targets the deep organs and tissues by increasing blood circulation and nerve function. This technique works best with the experience and knowledge of the therapist. In this technique, only hands and fingertips are used for acupressure, while the patient either lays on their back, their sides or sit-up instead of lying face down.
It helps in relieving overall muscle strain, tightness, and tension. It also stimulates blood and energy flow throughout the body. It is done by using hands, feet, knees, elbows etc. However, suppose the therapist does not have rich expertise. In that case, it can cause bruising of the muscles or capillaries, so it is essential to seek Thai massage from a skilled and experienced therapist.
It brings several boons for mental and physical health. It stimulates all the organs of the body and balances all body systems, making it a powerful therapy for your physical and emotional problems. In a traditional Thai massage, gentle pressure is applied to the internal organs of the abdomen through different yoga postures and abdomen massages.
(i) It eases migraines and tension headaches.
(ii) It reduces back pain.
(iii) It relieves joint stiffness and pain.
(iv) It increases flexibility and range of motion.
(v) It eases anxiety.
(vi) It revives energy.
All though everyone, irrespective of their age, can get a Thai massage, it is not generally appropriate for people with the following health conditions.
(a) Disk Herniation
(b) Osteoporosis
(c) Heart disease
(d) High blood pressure
(e) Diabetes
(f) Cancer
(g) Pregnant
(h) Undergone surgery
It is suggested to wear loose-fitting clothes for the session. Lie on the yoga mat or massage mattress on the floor. At the same time, your therapist does multiple stretches using the weight and pressure of your body. The therapist then uses their hands, thumbs, elbows and knees to stretch and different parts of their body. Gradually the therapist will draw attention to each part of your body, and you can discover the sources of tensions better.
Therefore, Thai massage can add wonders to your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. It is blessed with the rich history, tradition and knowledge of the old times and rejuvenates your body from within.
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Nagma .
Excellent blog on Thai massage. I also read your previous blogs & their content is also good.