Jennifer Halpern

Thai Massage Technique

Thai massage is the manipulation of soft tissue to treat injuries and pain of both an acute and chronic nature. A Thai massage treatment combines static stretches and acupressure for a holistic therapeutic result. Energetically, the focus in Thai massage is to balance 10 major meridian lines to synchronize systematically along the musculoskeletal anatomy and meridians of the body. Doctors, chiropractors, naturopaths and physiotherapists prescribe this treatment because it complements and boosts their therapies.

The practitioner moves the client into yoga inspired, static stretches while applying compression to the related muscle groups for increased joint mobility/range of motion. Acupressure and compression techniques stretch on the connective tissues and muscles by way of thumbs, hands, elbows, forearms, knees, shins, and feet. Through twisting, inversions and folds, internal organs are also massaged for vitality.

Thai massage is famous for its powerful strength by using leverage to an advantage. However each session is catered to the specific needs of the client; an experienced Practitioner will respect the varied amount of flexibility of the individual. Clients may experience an intensity that is invigorating, or relaxing and rejuvenating. Whatever the client's specific needs may be, Thai massage is always preformed at a slow, rhythmic pace, that allows the mind to transcend from a hectic lifestyle into a deep, meditative place.

The total treatment length may vary according to the health condition being treated. The initial assessment takes approximately one hour, however, subsequent treatments may last from one hour to two hours for a full treatment.

Your Treatment

Thai massage is performed on a floor mat free from the confinements of a table, you will experience a different quality in leverage and movement. Wearing flexible, comfortable clothing, you may be treated in the 4 positions: 1. Prone (lying on belly), 2. Side, 3. Supine (lying on back) and / or 4. Seated (sitting cross legged).

Thai massage is an effective preventative treatment for the following:

- Working along the energy lines of the legs, and stretching the hips and pelvis relieves low back problems

- The back neck and shoulders are a common area of tension and repetitive stress for individuals, which can be addressed in various positions

- Balancing the meridian lines to strengthen the body as a whole; to help the body strengthen/heal itself and get to the root cause of imbalance

- Promotes deep breathing and body awareness

- Improves circulation of blood and nourishment to soft tissues and organs

- relieves tension-related headaches and eye-strains, and other areas of referral pain

- Reducing muscle spasm, strain, scar tissue build up and loosens connective tissue

- Improves mobility, flexibility and athletic performance

- Improves posture and alignment

- Strengthens immune system

- Reduces physical and emotional stress

History of Thai massage treatment

Thai massage has ancient origins that are linked to Yoga, Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine. This style of massage is often referred to as: Traditional northern-style Thai Massage Thai Yoga Massage, or Passive Yoga, or Assisted Yoga Thai Medical Massage or Nuad Boran (nuat = pressure, boran = ancient).

Your Thai Massage Practitioner

Jennifer Halpern’s interest in Natural therapies stemmed from a personal experience with health issues that resolved by combining simple to understand, yet highly effective natural treatments. However it was Jennifer’s training in Yoga and Martial Arts that inspired her to make a full-time commitment to study the body and help others achieve better balance for their body and minds.

Your Practitioner’s Education

- Certified and Licenced Thai Massage Practitioner
- Thai Massage Toronto Certification: Levels I, II, III, IV
- Certified Personal Trainer from CanFitPro
- Bdes from York University