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Therapeutic visceral manipulation of the reproductive organs, most commonly the male reproductive organs. นวด กระษัย (Nûat Karsai) is a traditional Thai practice that Thai medicine practitioners use in Thailand. It is a therapeutic massage technique that focuses on the genital area, aiming to enhance overall health and well-being.Continue Reading

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Thai medicine practitioners believe that blood letting can help to remove toxins from the body, improve circulation, and stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. It is often used as a complementary therapy alongside other traditional Thai medicine treatments, such as herbal remedies, massage, and dietary adjustments.Continue Reading

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“Tok Sen,” like many Thai idioms, is derived from the sounds made during the event. Tok Sen refers to both the instruments and the application of massage. Tok refers to the sound made by the mallet when hitting the wooden implement, and “Sen” relates to the lines in Traditional Thai medicine.Continue Reading

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Bpào is often used in conjunction with other traditional Thai medicine techniques, such as herbal remedies and stretching exercises. Helps to balance the body’s energies, relieve pain, and improve circulation. Practitioners can also assess the condition of a patient’s body by observing the response to pressure applied with the stick.Continue Reading

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During a Jòp kài session, the practitioner rubs a raw egg over the patient’s body, focusing on areas of pain or discomfort. The egg is believed to absorb toxins and negative energy, which can manifest as physical or emotional ailments.Continue Reading

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The practitioner selects points where the incisions will be made, based on the patient’s needs. The instrument used is typically a small, sterile needle or lancet, which is pressed against the skin to create the incision. The depth of the incision is minimal, ensuring a safe and relatively painless procedure.Continue Reading

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Yam Kahng is often used in conjunction with other traditional Thai healing practices, such as herbal remedies and dietary recommendations. It involves the use of a special technique to massage and manipulate the body’s energy lines. IConsidered an integral part of Thai medicine and is widely practiced throughout Thailand.Continue Reading

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Scraping is a technique that uses a tool to gently rub the skin, drawing out heat and stagnancy, alleviating pain, releasing the tension, and softening adhesions. Known as Gua Sha in China, Cao Dió or “coining” in Vietnam, and Koodt in Thai, this technique is beneficial, safe, and easy.Continue Reading

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Used for a wide range of problems, from illness to acute and chronic injury, cupping is a versatile and effective tool that can be both therapeutic and diagnostic.
As the atmosphere inside the cup cools, it creates a vacuum effect, drawing the skin and underlying tissues into the cup.Continue Reading