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Thai Massage is an ancient form of bodywork that can be traced back to India nearly 2500 years ago. Like other types of traditional oriental medicines, thai massage recognizes the flow of the body’s vital energy known as chi or prana and works by applying pressure to the energy lines and acupressure points. It has traditionally been taught as a spiritual practiced done with a loving-kindness meditation, which promotes peace and harmony for both the practitioner and the client.
Thai massage is known for its deep stretching, rotation of the joints and emphasis on breath to relax the body. This gives the body a greater range of motion, releases muscular tension and allows the blood and energy to freely flow to the organs, tissues and cells. It boosts the body’s immune system, alleviates back pain, arthritis, headaches, stomach problems, menstrual pain and stress. The benefits of thai massage are both physical and psychological.
Although interactive, the person being assisted remains passive to enjoy a deep relaxation while attaining the benefits of a yoga class. The massage is performed on a futon mat on the floor with the client comfortably clothed. Through this unique massage, the body becomes lighter, more flexible, less painful and relaxed.
Jodie Duplisea is an accredited member of the Association of Professional Massage Therapists of Quebec (AMPQ). She began her career in the health field several years ago teaching health programs to children and conducting health research for the Public Health Department in Montreal. Convinced in the results of Asian medicine, she studied Chinese Herbology and Nutrition amongst others alternative healing courses at the Natural Health Institute, Tui Na (a form of Chinese Massage) at Aaxion College and Thai Yoga Massage at the Lotus Palm School in order to open her own practice. Her goal is to restore her clients to optimum health, energy and balance. Jodie also offers workshops for thai massage. To schedule an appointment with Jodie, please call (514)939-5679. |
