At some point in our lives, a good number of us will experience a herniated disc. When it comes to resolving a bulging disc, we can thankfully rely on the natural healing abilities of our body to do this, with most herniated discs healing themselves within a few months. The thing is, that’s a decently long time and it’s something we don’t want to rush for obvious reasons. [Read more…]
The Future of Thai Massage
A topic of great debate amongst many Thai Massage practitioners and educators, the future of Thai Massage is a can of worms that we’re going to open, right here, right now. Let me start by stating for the record that all discussion around this topic is very important for the evolution of this practice and for it’s continued use. Too often we are witnessing old styles of medicine be overrun and forgotten, and I believe that is partly due to lack of discussion and communication about it. [Read more…]
How Thai Massage / Compassionate Touch Has Influenced My Family Life
Compassionate touch has transformed my life on so many levels; however its impact has resonated most profoundly in my relationship with my daughter: My family!
After 13 years with my husband, business partner and the father of my children, we parted amicably to evolve into a family that lives apart from each other. Today, my stepson is 18 and my daughter 7 years old. [Read more…]
Thai Massage & Plantar Fasciitis
Before we can discuss the potential of Thai Massage in relieving the discomfort of plantar fasciitis, we first need to discuss what it actually is. Unfortunately it is still a rather poorly understood condition, at least in terms of a strict understanding of its pathophysiology and a replicable mechanism for its development. [Read more…]
Thai Yoga Therapy Vs. Thai Massage
More and more, the question is coming up – “What is Thai Yoga Therapy?”, and “Is Thai Yoga Therapy the same as Thai Massage?”. And I wish the answer were simple, but it’s a little more involved. [Read more…]
3 (Non-Creepy) Massage Techniques that Will Make You the Office Hero
Office work environments can be pretty stressful. Not only mentally but physically too, despite our best efforts with ergonomic workstations. And, as much as we all know the awesomeness of massage for relieving stress, there’s nothing worse than an unwanted neck massage that just, frankly, stresses you out even more. [Read more…]
The 4 Ways GIVING a Thai Massage Actually Helps YOUR Body!
You may have heard it said before: “Thai Massage is equally as beneficial to give as it is to receive.” But how can that be, if you’re not the one laying on the mat and being stretched and massaged into absolute relaxation bliss??? [Read more…]
Why Does My Massage Therapist Karate Chop Me During My Treatment!?
The other day I stumbled across an online forum discussion where someone was describing their first full body massage experience. They couldn’t understand why their therapist was karate chopping them during the massage, and asked if there is some actual purpose behind it (aside from them getting slapped around.) This is a really good question, and if you’ve ever wondered the same thing without getting a solid answer… today’s your lucky day!
Let me explain… [Read more…]
What Am I Going To Learn In Thai Massage School?
Signing up for education and training can be a tricky thing that can be plagued with a whole lot of uncertainty! If you’re trying to find out more information on our program, keep reading to see exactly what you’ll learn at our Thai Massage School! [Read more…]
I’m Looking For Detailed Answers To These 3 Questions When You Come For A Treatment
When you come in for a treatment, changes are you’ll be given a form that has a bunch of questions for massage clients on there. You might be tempted to give short answers…but I encourage you to elaborate whenever you can. The more information we have as practitioners, the better your treatment is going to be. [Read more…]
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