thai yoga bodywork therapy
A WHOLE BODY EXPERIENCE of bodywork and energy work
Customarily, a Vedic Thai Yoga Bodywork session lasts about 2 hours, during which there is a surrendering and grounding release of excess energy and tension which allows deep physical and mental ‘openings’. Flowing rhythmic compressions using the feet, knees, palms, elbows, forearms and fingers are blended with stretching positions known as asanas and guided breath known as pranayama, effectively producing a balanced and harmonious communication integrating the body’s whole system. This deep, full-body treatment, starts at the feet and progresses up to the head as the recipient’s joints and soft tissue hydrate with new flowing energy.
Thai Yoga Bodywork is traditionally performed on a large comfortable cotton futon floor mat which gives the receiver both comfort and full-body support. Working on the floor also allows the therapist to move freely around and above the client, making for effective use of gravity and the therapist’s bodyweight with the consistent changing body positioning. The therapist can also work with the receiver in a variety of positions, including prone, supine, side-lying, and seated.
Treatments are routinely modified to include sensitivities addressing acute and chronic conditions, including: herniated disks, subluxations, muscle strain, joint replacements, surgeries, and pregnancy.
Physical Benefits
Help detoxification of the body and boost immune system
Increase blood circulation, lower blood pressure
Removes soft tissue adhesions
Increase flexibility/mobility
Improve breathing
Improves posture, balance, corrects body alignments
Improves athletic performance
Help arthritis and back pain
Psychological Benefits
Reduce and relieve stress and anxiety
Increase body awareness, inner connections and wholeness
Boost inner energy levels when feeling stagnant
Restores the nervous system back to a resting relaxed state of being and openness
Raise the energy levels and feelings of vitality
Improve your outlook towards life; builds an emotional balance
Clear and calm your mind
Help with concentration and creativity from the restoration of mind, body spirit oneness
