Traditional Thai Massage

Elaine Colomberg

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What is Thai Massage?

Contemporary Thai massage has become a rich blend of yoga, Ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese medicine.

This can be seen from the movements (similar to the asanas in yoga) and attention to pressure points (similar to the nadis in Ayurveda and meridians of Chinese medicine).

Some people say that receiving a Thai massage is a bit like doing yoga without putting in any effort.

At a physical level, Thai massage is known to relieve:

•  Back pain
•  Sciatica
•  Shoulder and neck pain
•  Indigestion
•  Circulation

Thai massage also relieves muscle and joint stiffness, improves posture and increases flexibility.

It is typically applied through light clothing on a futon or mat on the floor. A full course of Thai massage typically lasts two hours or more. Usually no oil is applied.

Elaine Colomberg

Elaine has been taught, and practices in, Northern style Thai Massage which is a more gentle massage, with flowing movements, forming a rhythmic soothing sequence.

Clinical Specialisms:

•  Back and postural difficulties
•  Headaches and migraine
•  Stress related problems
•  Pregnancy and post-natal

Elaine is a qualified nurse and shiatsu practitioner. She gained her Diploma in Thai Massage from the Sussex Thai Massage School, Brighton in 2005 and has recently trained to advanced level in Thai massage.

In addition to her private practice Elaine runs regular Thai Massage workshops and teaches at Sussex Downs College and the University of Brighton.

She is a member of the Shiatsu Society and the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA).

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Treatments

First consultation
1½ hours £50

Regular treatments
1 hour £40
1½ hours £50
2 hours £60

Home visits can be arranged in Brighton, Hove and surrounding areas.
48-hour notice for cancellations is required.

More information and bookings
Contact Elaine on thai_poppies@yahoo.co.uk or 07966 046960

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