Do you notice yourself struggling while trying to stretch or aching as you go about your day? Perhaps you’re feeling stiff and wanting to improve your flexibility? If so, you may want to consider Table Thai Yoga Massage.
What is Table Thai Yoga Massage?
Table Thai Yoga Massage blends rhythmic muscle compression, gentle rocking, acupressure, and assisted yogic stretching without using oils or requiring a client to undress. With its roots in ancient India and Southeast Asia, Table Thai translates classical, floor-based Thai massage to the table and is ergonomically friendly to both client and therapist. Utilizing gravity, momentum, and energy sen lines from traditional Thai medicine, Table Thai provides a relaxing experience while encouraging muscles and joints to loosen and become more mobile. The metrical, interactive movement of Table Thai has led it to be described as a therapeutic dance.
What are the Benefits?
A modest but growing number of studies are showing that Thai Massage can:
A modest but growing number of studies are showing that Thai Massage:
Help Reduce Pain: Thai massage may be effective for reducing pain for sufferers of knee osteoarthritis and low back pain. Research links: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4165631/, https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5495387/
Help Reduce Stress and Encourage Relaxation. Like other massage therapies, Thai massage may be effective in reducing physiological markers of psychological stress and increasing activity of the parasympathetic, the part of the nervous system commonly associated with the body's "rest and digest" response. Research link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4599180/
Increase and Promote Energy: While Thai Massage and Swedish Massage share many benefits, Thai Massage was found in a comparative study to have more energizing, rejuvenating, and mentally stimulating effects. Research link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1360859217302383
Support Athletic Performance and Recovery: In a study on the gastrocnemius, results showed that measures of median frequency, muscle power, and feelings of muscle fatigue were all positively impacted by Thai Massage as an intervention after exercise. A group of soccer players also showed improved performance in physical fitness tests following Thai massage. This suggests that Thai massage may support athletic performance and recovery. Research links: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S096522992400044X
Who is Table Thai Yoga Massage for?
Anyone! But those who struggle with the following might be particularly
Feel stiff or restricted in your movement
Want to improve flexibility or mobility
Enjoy stretching and movement-based bodywork
Prefer a clothes-on massage
Don't enjoy traditional oil massage
Are physically active or athletic
Feel like your body needs movement rather than simply pressure
Want to experience a different type of therapeutic massage
Are interested in combining massage with assisted stretching
You don't need to be flexible or have experience with yoga to enjoy Table Thai Yoga Massage. The movements and stretches are adapted to your individual body and range of motion.
Whether you’re brand new to massage and would like a clothes-on experience or you’ve been getting massages for years and would like to try something different, Table Thai Yoga Massage could be a rewarding investment for you.
What Should I Wear for Thai Massage?
Because Table Thai Yoga Massage is performed fully clothed, comfortable, loose-fitting clothing is all you need.
We recommend athletic or stretchy clothing that allows you to move freely. Avoid jeans or other restrictive clothing.
Next Steps
While the full Thai Yoga flow is 90 minutes, an adapted 60-minute session is also available and techniques can be integrated with other therapies.
At Bright Mountain Bodywork in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Table Thai Yoga Massage is available with Liz, who has completed Table Thai Yoga Massage Level I training.
If you're dealing with stiffness, limited mobility, muscle tension, or simply want to experience a different approach to massage therapy, we're happy to answer your questions and help you determine whether Table Thai Yoga Massage is a good fit for you.
Ready to try it? Schedule your Table Thai Yoga Massage at Bright Mountain Bodywork in Lancaster, PA.