Posted on September 12, 2007 in Massage Techniques
Several effective massage therapy techniques are from the Asian continent and they are popular as Asian massage. Some of the Asian massages can be carried out together with other massage therapy techniques and some only alone. While some focus on the general healing of the whole body and mind, some are effective in dealing specific situations and problems. Asian massage techniques can work effectively to lead a healthy and happy life.
Here we give you a brief outline of various most popular Asian massage therapies, which are mostly used in the massage parlors all around the world.
Acupressure
Acupressure is almost similar to acupuncture. But, in acupressure hands are used to massage and not needles as in acupuncture. Pressure is applied using the hands on different energy centers or meridians. This helps alleviate various symptoms related to various body parts related to the meridians. This also helps in improving the blood circulation in affected body parts.
Tui Na massage
Tui Na is a very tough massage therapy technique, so not everyone can go for it. This technique helps in relaxation and overall well-being. During the initial sessions your body may feel sore, but in the follow-up sessions you feel less sore and start getting the advantages of the massage.
Shiatsu massage
Shisatu massage is the most popular Asian massage technique and is very effective in dealing with the psychological and emotional issues that actual physical ones. This Asian massage technique has its roots in Japanese Philosophy, but Chinese mainly practiced it. This technique focuses on the ‘hara’, the energy center of the body. By focusing on ‘hara’ this technique tries to treat the entire body. Pressure application, stretches and joint rotations are the common practices in a Shiatsu massage.
Thai massage
Thai massage focuses on two things – sen, the energy channels of the body and various body muscles. This massage technique uses various Yoga elements to make the massage flexible and also enjoyable. Everyone can get benefited from this technique.
Indonesian massage
In this Asian massage therapy special oils will be used for the massage. In this technique the elements of the traditional Thai massage are used, but the duration of the massage is shorter than the Thai massage. In Indonesian massage spinal twists and other techniques are used on the client. This massage technique is effective in treated various problems centered around abdomen like indigestion, constipation, heartburn bloating and irritable bowel syndrome.
