About Chrissy
Chrissy just loves to give and receive Thai yoga massages. It combines elements of massage, yoga, and acupressure. It works to clean blockages in the body by applying a healing touch to the affected pressure points. The technique of massage and stretching releases tension in the limbs and muscles, promoting relief from pain and improvement in flexibility. Once these blockages are removed, energy will flow freely in the body. Energy that flows freely will improve ailment and increase overall physical and mental health. Everyone Chrissy has given Thai yoga massages to just can’t say enough, it has helped them so much!
About Thai Massage
Origins of Thai Massage
Thai massage is a traditional form of massage therapy that has been used in Thailand for centuries. In Thailand, it is called “Nuad Phaen Boran” which means ‘ancient massage’.
What to Expect During Massage
Thai massage combines elements of massage, yoga, and acupressure. It works to clear blockages in your body by applying a healing touch to the affected pressure points. The technique of massage and stretching releases tension in the limbs and muscles promoting relief from pain and improvement in flexibility. Once these blockages are removed, energy will flow freely in your body. Energy that flows freely will improve ailments and increase your overall physical and mental health.
A massage usually lasts for 60—90 minutes. The massage is practiced on a shiatsu mattress on the floor, a massage table or hospital bed. You’ll want to wear comfortable clothing and refrain from eating or drinking for at least an hour before your massage.
The massage involves the use of hands, elbows and feet. A number of techniques such as applying pressure on the muscles, pulling fingers and toes, and stretching are used to free the blockages in the body. Oil is normally not applied during the therapy session. At the end of the massage session you will feel relaxed and energized.
Benefits of Thai Massage
Thai massage therapy focuses on the body as a whole. By recognizing the relationship of all the systems of the body, it aims to cure ailments by bringing all these elements into harmony with each other. This soothing massage helps to calm your mind and remove stress from your body. The physical pressure and stretching techniques bring about pain relief, relieve muscular tension, and increase the flexibility of the muscles and limbs. Thai massage also improves blood, lymph circulation and balances the nervous system. This holistic approach ensures that you will enter a state of deep relaxation, and you will feel refreshed and energized.