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Institute of Thai Massage and Traditional Bodywork
Tok Sen: a tapping vibration therapy that originates from Northern Thailand. This unique modality combines Thai stretches and compressions with rhythmic taps of a Tok Sen Hammer and a Wedge/Stick. The steady rhythmic tapping along the Sen (energy) lines helps to leave the recipient blissfully relaxed and in a meditative state. The vibration and tapping together releases dopamine improving the quality of sleep with relaxation and stress relief.
Vibration Therapy in massage is not a new concept. In a Swedish massage, Tui Na and massages alike often uses rhythmic percussion like tapotement which involves rhythmic tapping or patting of the soft tissue structures using a cupped hand or with the outside edge of the hand (chopping) to calm the nervous system and relax the muscles.
Tok Sen is part of an ancient Thai Massage technique used to rhythmically strike or tap along the muscles and Sen lines using a hammer and stick made traditionally of tamarind wood. This tapping technique is an effective way of relaxing or stimulating the body through vibrations.
In this second level, learn how to access the deeper muscles for a deeper relaxation. You’ll also learn more postures to add to your repertoire.