Tok Sên (hammer energy lines) is a traditional northern Thai massage technique which uses the vibration created by gently tapping a tamarind mallet on differently shaped wooden hammers onto the body to release muscle tension and relieve pain. It also improves circulation, promotes healing and energetic balance as well as being deeply relaxing and meditative.
Tok Sên also stimulates the ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) which releases dopamine, oxytocin and endorphins, as well as improving function in parts of the brain involved in social cognition, self awareness and satisfaction.
It feels really good on tight tissue, stressed bodies and minds. Traditionally in Thailand, this is spirit medicine, used to cleanse the body of ‘spirits’ causing stagnation in the body. In modern scientific terms, we know that vibration is effective at dispersing bound up muscle and connective tissue – think tight calves after running, tense shoulders etc.
I use Tok Sên in combination with other traditional, therapeutic Thai massage techniques to create bespoke treatments that respond to each individual’s needs.
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