Bamboo which is known as a symbol for strength, harmony and longevity also has a special energy beneficial for massage therapy. Using bamboo for massaging allows therapist to penetrate various points with sufficient force which are otherwise hard to reach with other methods such as hot stone or by hands.
Although Bamboo massaging might sound new, this technique has a long line of ancient history.
It is unclear which countries started to implement Bamboo massaging first, however, bamboos are widely known in countries such as China, Japan, and the whole South East Asia region as a versatile and multi purposes plant.
It strength as well as its flexibility allows bamboo to be used as material for bridges, houses, arts as well as house wares. What is more, bamboo can be use by only cutting the rod or tree while leaving the roots to keep growing. This has allowed bamboo a kind of sustainability not available to other plants.
Bamboo which is known as a symbol for strength, harmony and longevity also has a special energy beneficial for massage therapy
Bamboo in massaging is usually use in combination with other methodologies such as acupressure, lymphatic drainage which is intended to encourage the natural circulation of the lymph or body fluid through the body, aromatherapy, or even ayruveda to enhance those messaging technique effects. That’s why Bamboo massaging also known as Bamboo Fusion Massage.
In the hands of skillful and experienced master, bamboo massaging can provide a deep relaxation feeling that will speed the healing process.
Why use bamboo for massage
Bamboo stick or rod uses for massaging vary in sizes, thickness and wide. While experience massager is a must, the successful effect of bamboo massaging also determined by the cell structure and the silica content of the outer skin of the stick. These greatly influence the flexibility of the rod.
The same compositions found in bamboo outer skin are also found in quartz crystal such as citrine, agate and amethyst which are already famous for its healing and aura strengthening properties.
And just like quartz crystals which are relatively harder to get, bamboo if use for massaging produces piezoelectricity which is electricity charge produces because of pressure and piero electric which is produces because of heat. Both are activated when the heated bamboo stick applied with appropriate pressure to your skin.
The effect is a warm soothing effect that can last long after the massage finished. Bamboo massaging can also help reduces heat trapped under the skin because of toxin accumulation and bad circulation. This will enable faster self healing on damaged tissue or cells.
Dos and Don’t of Bamboo Massaging
- Because bamboo massaging is usually performed around stomach area, this technique is not recommended for women currently having their period or just had cesarean section.
- Refrain from eating anything at least 1 hour before the massage. The best effect is obtained on empty stomach.
- While doing the massage, it is normal for you to needing to go to the toilet a couple of times, sweating or having a light dizziness. This is a normal effect of detoxification process.
- After massage, you are not recommended to hit the shower right away as your pores are open and you might catch a cold. It is recommended to take a short nap after the massage.
- Usually after the treatment you will fell hungry. This is one of the sign that the massage is done properly. However, it is only advised to eat at least 30 minutes after the massage.
- Drink plenty of water after the treatment.
- Most important thing, the masseur need to be familiar with bamboo as well as basic massaging technique to know which area to put pressure on with appropriate force.
You also need to understand that bamboo massaging has a stronger pressure than hand massaging. You need to discuss it with your masseur regarding the right pressure for you.
