Bamboo Massage Course – 26 February 2024 – Villastellone (TO) by Laboratoires BeWell

Bamboo pole massage originated in the geographical area of ​​China, Indonesia
and Thailand. Initially practiced by monks for healing purposes alongside practices
herbal medicines, it soon spread as a popular practice, to achieve a rebalancing
psychophysical and energetic nature of the person. In China bamboo is a symbol of eternal youth,
as well as health, luck and success. It was used for the construction of buildings, for
obtain paper, make books and as food (sprouts).
According to ancient Chinese customs, bamboo canes were able to circulate to their
internal energy and could absorb it when it was in excess, re-establishing a
energetic balance in the subject.
Rich in nutrients and a source of energy and life, bamboo fiber gives the skin elasticity, tone and
a uniform appearance. It facilitates cellular exchanges, effectively conveys cosmetics and principles
active.
For orientals, bamboo has the characteristics to represent the 5 Elements:

1. 1. Wood: bamboo symbolizes this element perfectly, not only for its strength
      and its flexibility, but also because it represents growth on earth:

1. 1. Fire: the massage with bamboo canes, in all its maneuvers, generates a penetrating effect
      heat that reaches deep into the various body tissues.

1. 1. Earth: bamboo is born from it, bringing with it strength, abundance and vital energy.

1. 1. Metal: bamboo is rich in silicon, a mineral present in connective tissue. According to the
      Eastern beliefs the metal is associated with organization and stability.

1. 1. Water: bamboo develops thanks to it which partly constitutes it. In thought
      Chinese Taoist water symbolizes intelligence and wisdom.
      Massage is an ideal wellness treatment for both men (especially athletes,
      thanks to the decontracting and invigorating effect) and for women (due to the characteristics
      draining, reshaping, lifting and reactivating).
      The manual skills are particular and can be performed in a rhythmic way, for an action
      warming and reactivating, or slowly and deeply for a relaxing action.
      It is a sculpture and facelift work dedicated to both the body and the face.
      Through the stimulation of the soles of the feet and the palms of the hands and face it is
      possible to generate "waves" of well-being.
      It is particularly suitable for the large muscle groups (or chains) of the buttocks, thighs and
      of the waistline.
      The massage can be performed either on the table or on the floor on a futon.

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