Traditional Thai Massage in Buenos Aires.
The concept of Traditional Thai Massage & Yoga Thai
Massage is the principle of bringing back one’s balance or rejuvenated self. First,
finding a genuine trained Thai Masseur from Thailand in South America is not
commonly heard. Second, Most massage places,
offering all type of massages under the sky and they master none. Third, Thai Massage is for both treatment and
relaxation. Fourth, Spiritual &
holistic has nothing to do with Thai Massage.
Fifth, The Thai Massage works on the lymphatic, circulation and nervous
systems. These elements stimulate the
body to function properly. Finally, a
professional Thai Massage Therapist performs on a thin mattress on the floor so
as to reach all parts of the body easily.
Thai Massage Therapist uses a technique called acupressure. The masseur applies the technique on a
patient from head to toe. During
massage, a patient is experiencing some pressure, pain, discomfort and a lot of
stretching and again it is depending on the treatment and problems. The knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology is the most important when performing any type of massage to prevent injury or any wrong doing to the patient. Best to question if the provider have any medical background or have a knowledge in the health care related. The masseur should be able to assess the patient before performing the massage. Since the Thai Massage is working on a Lymphatic circulation and nervous system, a patient with problems like high blood pressure (including pregnancy) and cancer should avoid the Thai massage. Patient with broken bone, should wait for at least 2 years before getting Thai Massage in the effected area. Lady with menstruation, should avoid Thai Massage as it might double or triple the amount of blood.
First time getting Thai Massage; eating and drinking should be avoided at least 35 minutes before the massage to prevent the vomiting and discomfort to the GI and GU systems. During the massage, patient would be stretching and moving in all direction so it is best to have an empty stomach.
History of Thai Massage.
The founder of Thai massage and medicine is said to have been Shivago Komarpaj (Jīvaka Komarabhācca), who is said in the Pāli, Canon to have been the Buddha's physician over 2,500 years ago. In fact, the history of Thai massage is more complex than this legend of a single founder would suggest. Thai massage, like TTM more generally, is a combination of the best Indian, Chines, Southeast Asian cultural spheres and traditions of medicine. Today, there is considerable variation from region to region across Thailand, and no single routine or theoretical framework that is universally accepted among healers.
"Nuat boran" is the Thai name for a type of body work native to Thailand (nuat = massage, boran = ancient). Thai massage is also known as northern-style Thai massage, "nuad paan bulan", "nuat thai", Buntautuk style, Old Medicine Hospital Style, traditional Thai massage, Traditional Thai Medical Massage, Ancient Massage, Thai Yoga, Thai Yoga Massage, Yoga Massage, Thai Classical Massage, and Thai Bodywork.
Theory:
Generally speaking, practitioners of modern Thai massage operate on the theory that the body is permeated with "lom," or "air," which is inhaled into the lungs and which subsequently travels throughout the body along 72,000 pathways called "sen," or "vessels." Typically, massage therapists manipulate a handful of major sen lines by pressing certain points along the lines. In most models, the sen originate at the navel and spread throughout the body to terminate at the orifices. A significant part of the practice of Thai massage also includes yoga-like stretches which are intended to stimulate the sen and move lom through the body via a pumping action which is connected with the patient's breathing.
The theory of sen and lom is often translated into English as "meridians" and "energy." While there are some superficial similarities to Chinese meridian theory, the Thai system is in fact more closely related to the nadir of the Indian traditions of yoga and Ayurveda. It is said in the Thai tradition that there are 72,000 sen lines. This should not, however, be taken literally, as this number is a traditional Buddhist way of indicating an infinite amount -- the point being that each cell in the human body is linked to every other cell through this infinite and intricate mesh of energy. This energy is known as prana (Sanskrit), chi (Chinese) or palang sak(Thai). The pranic networks permeate the body of any living being, and vibrate in response to physiological, psychological, and spiritual experiences. No one can name or diagram all of the body's infinite energy circuits. However, 10 main sen are commonly taught and used in Thailand's massage schools to treat the entire body.
Something about me:
My name is Nik, was born and raised in ChiangMai, Thailand. I came to South America two years ago, have been wandering in this part of the world, and have settled down here in the wonderful city of Buenos Aires. I love the city and its people. Background experiences: working in a healthcare industry and also practicing Traditional Thai Massage for 15 years. I was introduced to Thai Massage when I was working in a local hotel at age 16 years old. I often arranged masseurs for the hotel's guests and over the years developed a friendship with some of the best masseurs in ChiangMai. Learning from various specialists, each masseur has his or her special treatment for various problems. Working in the healthcare industry, I have knowledge of anatomy and physiology and have combined it with the principle of the Thai Massage. I'm able to explain and assess the problems.
Services provide: Treatment of shoulder & neck pain, headache, lower back pain, hip problem, legs(muscles contraction).
Currently base in Buenos Aires.
My contact: nikthaimassage@gmail.com
Tel: 1137945731
Would be happy to help you so please drop me a line for consultation.