Thai Yogic Massage Therapy
About the Nuad Bo-Rarn
The Thai word Nuad is usually translated into English as “massage.” Bo-rarn is translated as “ancient”. So, Nuad Bo-Rarn means “ancient massage”, or “ancient healing way”. However, Thai massage is very different from the type of tissue manipulation which is usually associated with massage in the context of western practice.
Nuad Bo-Rarn is a key component of traditional Thai medicine, an ancient holistic approach to healing the body-heart/mind-spirit. Thai medicine strives to treat the underlying cause of any illness by addressing imbalances in these three essences. Each essence affects the others, so the most effective treatment addresses the whole person. Traditional Thai medicine encompasses the use of herbs, diet and nutrition, spiritual practices (such as meditation), and Nuad Bo-Rarn.
How is it done?
Traditional Nuad Bo-Rarn Thai massage is performed on a mat or blankets on the floor rather than a raised table. This allows for many movements and procedures that are not practical or effective in table work, or are simply impossible. It allows for the most effective use of the practitioner’s body weight rather than muscular force for the transmission of pressure, force, or energy, which creates a highly therapeutic effect. The client remains fully clothed (preferably long, comfortable pants and longsleeved top) except for the feet. Clothing should be light and allow for flexible movement.
The work itself consists primarily of pressure on energy lines and points, and a large variety of stretching movements. Pressure is exerted with the palms of the hand, the thumbs and the feet; at some points the elbows may be used. The pressure and stretching movements are combined in a comprehensive strategy that may be performed in as little time as an hour, or extended as well. Two hours is frequently considered an ideal length of time for Nuad Bo-Rarn.
The stretching movements in Nuad Bo-Rarn affect the entire body by increasing flexibility, releasing both deep and superficial tension, and helping the body’s natural energy to flow more freely. The effect of these stretching movements, in which the client plays only a passive role, is similar to yoga. This is sometimes referred to as passive yoga, or “lazy man’s yoga.” The result is an opening of the body which leaves one feeling both relaxed and energized at the same time.
Massage therapy prices
- 45 min $80
- 60 min $100
- 90 min $150
- 120 mins $200
Locations
As a mobile massage studio the therapy sessions can be brought to any convenient location in the Lower Northern suburbs, CBD, and Inner West.