How can Thai massage alleviate back pain?
Thai massage can alleviate muscular skeletal problems especially back pain, neck and shoulder pain, joint stiffness, as well as general aches and pain. Pain in the lower back may be caused by stress, poor posture and weak abdominal muscles which can lead to undue pressure on the spine. The powerful stretching movements of Thai massage help to improve posture and alleviate back pain. The shoulders and upper back are another common place where tension may be stored creating pain in the neck and shoulder regions. Various Thai massage techniques can be applied to ease this tension. Stimulating the energy flow either side of the spine along the sen lines will strengthen and lengthen the spine and alleviate muscle imbalance, a common cause of back problems. A healthy spine will make an enormous difference to alleviating back pain. There are also a wide range of single leg stretches, which stretch the hamstrings, and increase mobility in the hips. These help to loosen the muscles of the lower
