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Jon Mandeville Ancient Healing Art

Traditional Thai Therapy - sometimes referred to as "Nuad Boran" or in some circles "Thai Yoga Massage" - traces its roots to the medical practices and teachings of Jivaka Komarbhaccha, an Ayurvedic physician who lived in the Bihar Province of northern India during the 4th century BC.

From that time forward, Doctor Jivaka's medical knowledge was passed down orally from teacher to student and from family member to family member - thus preserving the practice for future generations.

As Jivaka's reputation for being a gifted healer and medical practitioner spread across Southeast Asia to Thailand, his shared knowledge and teachings became a distinct branch of traditional Thai medicine.

The above photograph shows the pavillion at Wat Pho in Bangkok where the
historic epigraphs depicting the theoretical framework for this ancient practice
are displayed.

A traditional Thai therapy session integrates conscious breathing with ancient techniques that use the natural force of gravity and passive stretching to provide therapeutic benefits for the overall health and well-being of the receiver.

Clients are fully clothed while receiving on a floor mat, and a typical session lasts
two hours in duration.

Traditional Thai therapy can be particularly helpful in relieving pain caused by headaches, arthritis, and sciatica, but it also
  • Improves the circulation of blood and lymph
  • Strengthens and rejuvenates the body
  • Relieves muscle tension while increasing flexibility
  • Enhances mental ability to focus and concentrate

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