Bamboo is a precious commodity in many parts of Asia. For ages, it symbolizes strength, vitality and resiliency. As a massage therapist, incorporating bamboo during treatment enhances both healing and relaxation on the receiver

1. By Ezer M.Olubalang,LMT
Asian Wellness and Spa Academy
2012

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3.  The use of bamboo goes back a long time in history
 Chinese, Indonesian, and Japanese cultures
recognizes that bamboo represents longevity,
vitality and strength.
 Recently, high end spas includes bamboo massage
on its menu due to its inherent unique advantages
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4. Is a technique that incorporates bamboo stalks of
varying lengths and diameters to provide deep-
tissue work
Various translations for bamboo:
*Kawayan (Filipino)
*Istake (Japanese)
*Chu (Chinese)
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5. Some practitioners combine elements of
• Shiatsu
• traditional Chinese medicine (bamboo cups)
• Thai massage
• lymphatic drainage
• ayurveda into the technique
• sticks are sometimes heated or essential oils are
incorporated into the massage
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6. Bamboo - is safe and effective. Other benefits:
 Increased circulation
 Good for deep tissue work with even & longer
pressure being applied
 Reduces stress and fatigue
 Eases muscle aches and pains
 Treats a variety of chronic pain conditions including
back pain and headaches
 Aids in relaxation
 Highly effective for lymphatic drainage
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7.  It saves wrists & body from over-exertion
 It allows therapists to apply greater pressure
without extra physical exertion
 It can be performed through clothes
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8.  towels (bath size & small size)
 Alcohol
 Vegetable-based oil
 Foot lotion
 Talcum powder
 Bamboo sticks in assorted sizes & diameters
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9. HIMAS: A Proud Member of the Spa Association of
the Philippines (SAPI)
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