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.

A traditional treatment integrates compression, acupressure, reflexology, facilitated stretching, and conscious breathing. The above picture shows the pavillion at Wat Pho in Bangkok where the historic epigraphs depicting the theoretical framework for this traditional therapy are displayed.

• 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