Posted on December 7, 2007 in Massage Techniques
The Esalen Massage is focuses more on the body as a whole, and tries to tone the entire body, mind and spirit while also helping the patient to live more happily in his or her own body.
Technique used in Esalen Massage:
During an Esalen massage therapy session, the patient remains nude, draped with a towel. The massage therapist usually dresses with informal clothes. The therapist applies long flowing soft strokes through the body combined with a variety of techniques from many other forms of massage, as well. Each session is different, because they are based on patient’s reactions (physically and verbally).
Benefits of Esalen Massage:
The Esalen Massage may provide many benefits:
This therapy may be useful in the case of ailments such as chronic neck and back pain, tension in the muscles and joints, headaches or migraines, poor circulation, high blood pressure and insomnia.
Esalen Massage technique is effective on three levels:
Precautions to be maintained in Esalen Massage:
Before attending a session of Esalen Massage, it is important to consult a doctor and take his permission as to whether you can go in for the massage in the following conditions:
