This modality has roots in India, as it was believed to be brought to Thailand by Dr. Shivago Komparaj (a personal assistant to the Buddha) about 2500 years ago. Nuad Bo’Rarn is loosely translated from Thai as ‘ancient healing touch’. Utilizing various body parts (hands/elbows/knees/feet) to deliver very slow kneading/rocking based techniques along with many slow, Yoga-based assisted stretches to help improve range of motion and allow the energy in the Sen lines (similar to meridians in TCM) to flow more freely. The Northern style (which is primarily offered here) differs from the Southern style, in that the Southern style is more vigorous/fast-paced and does not focus nearly as much on stretching as the Northern style.
Typical Thai sessions last between 60 to 90 minutes, though 2 hour sessions can be arranged. The patient is asked to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing while receiving this form of bodywork. Sessions are traditionally performed on the floor, using a pad, but can be modified for use on the table.