An article for massage therapists about how to work effectively and intuitively, without thinking too much and without relying on standard sequences and protocols.
THAI Online Library
Essays & Articles
Pregnancy and Thai Massage
A 9-page article about ways to effectively work with pregnant women in traditional Thai massage. Guidelines are offered for positioning, avoiding contra-indicated techniques and danger zones, and safe and effective therapy in side-lying position.
Breath & Body Mechanics in Thai Massage
A detailed overview of the importance of correct breathing patterns and body mechanics for the effective practice of traditional Thai massage. Includes specific guidelines and techniques to improve and heighten awareness of breathing and ergonomics.
Client assessment & treatment using Thai element theory
An article about utilizing Thai element theory to adequately assess and treat clients in Thai massage treatments. When Thai element theory is used as a basis for the practice of Thai healing arts, it opens up new ways of working, helps to create customized treatments for each individual, and dignifies and distinguishes traditional Thai medicine from other healing arts.
Obituary – Ajahn Pichest Boonthumme
A short obituary of Pichest Bonthumme, the Thai massage master from Hang Dong, Thailand.
Tok sen treatments for shoulder pain
A research study on the short-term beneficial effects of tok sen treatments among people with shoulder pain.
Pichest Boonthumme – experiences of an early Western student
A story about the early days of studying with Pichest Boonthumme, of Hang Dong, Thailand, by Ananda Apfelbaum.
(Español) Reusi Dat Ton
Un amplio artículo sobre el resui dat ton, los ejercicios del asceta tailandés. La práctica se basa en ejercicios de respriuacion, auto-masaje, movimiento dinámico, y meditación.
(Español) Nam Ob Thai
Información sobre el agua perfumada llamado nam ob thai, que se usa para bendecir objetos sagrados, y para aplicarse y limpiar energia.