Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) is a term used to describe a range of manipulative therapies, breath and energy work. The goal of a therapist using Asian Bodywork techniques is to treat the patient as a whole, taking into consideration their physical, mental, and emotional state. This practice dates back to 3,000 B.C. China and is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which includes Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, and Herbology. Due to the growing popularity of Asian Bodywork in Western society, knowledgeable therapists are in demand and schools such as New York College of Health Professions have been leaders in providing the necessary education.
Although Asian Bodywork is still an unfamiliar term to the public, it encompasses well-known massage techniques such as Shiatsu, Tui Na, and reflexology. Unlike western practitioners, therapists that practice ABT do not solely focus on the physical aspect of the patient’s health. Asian Bodywork teaches that an individual’s mind and body are interconnected and continuously affect each other. Therefore, if a patient is in a poor mental or emotional state, they may develop physical symptoms.
One example of this is stress. When an individual is stressed or anxious, they may develop a headache, stomach ache or another physical symptom of illness. If the stress persists, so will the physical symptoms often leading the patient to believe that they are physically ill, ignoring the effect of their mental state on their body’s functions. An Asian Bodywork therapist would evaluate both the physical and the mental state of the patient before discussing the best path of treatment. Treatment can include a wide range of ABT modalities including:
Tui Na: This method combines manipulation of soft tissues, applying pressure at acupuncture points and realigning the spine and other structures to treat musculoskeletal and internal conditions.
Yoga: Yoga allows the individual to be aware of their body’s movements, capabilities and breathing patterns. Stressed individuals usually do not have a healthy breathing pattern, which yoga can help repair.
Acupressure: This is the application of pressure to specific points in the body (acupuncture points) for the purpose of relieving tension. This further enhances the flow of qi and blood throughout the body.
New York College of Health Professions with its main campus in Syosset, Long Island, NY and 3 locations in New York City offers a Bachelors of Professional Studies in Advanced Asian Bodywork. During the 120-credit, 10-trimester program, students benefit from completing their Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) including basic massage therapy skills as well as 60 degrees of in-depth assessment and practical study in Advanced Asian Bodywork Techniques such as Shiatsu. Graduates of this program are able to sit for New York State Massage Therapy Licensing Exam and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) certification exam. To find out more about Asian Bodywork Therapy or to become a practitioner, please visit: http://www.nycollege.edu/academics/asian-bodywork-therapy
Although Asian Bodywork is still an unfamiliar term to the public, it encompasses well-known massage techniques such as Shiatsu, Tui Na, and reflexology. Unlike western practitioners, therapists that practice ABT do not solely focus on the physical aspect of the patient’s health. Asian Bodywork teaches that an individual’s mind and body are interconnected and continuously affect each other. Therefore, if a patient is in a poor mental or emotional state, they may develop physical symptoms.
One example of this is stress. When an individual is stressed or anxious, they may develop a headache, stomach ache or another physical symptom of illness. If the stress persists, so will the physical symptoms often leading the patient to believe that they are physically ill, ignoring the effect of their mental state on their body’s functions. An Asian Bodywork therapist would evaluate both the physical and the mental state of the patient before discussing the best path of treatment. Treatment can include a wide range of ABT modalities including:
Tui Na: This method combines manipulation of soft tissues, applying pressure at acupuncture points and realigning the spine and other structures to treat musculoskeletal and internal conditions.
Yoga: Yoga allows the individual to be aware of their body’s movements, capabilities and breathing patterns. Stressed individuals usually do not have a healthy breathing pattern, which yoga can help repair.
Acupressure: This is the application of pressure to specific points in the body (acupuncture points) for the purpose of relieving tension. This further enhances the flow of qi and blood throughout the body.
New York College of Health Professions with its main campus in Syosset, Long Island, NY and 3 locations in New York City offers a Bachelors of Professional Studies in Advanced Asian Bodywork. During the 120-credit, 10-trimester program, students benefit from completing their Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) including basic massage therapy skills as well as 60 degrees of in-depth assessment and practical study in Advanced Asian Bodywork Techniques such as Shiatsu. Graduates of this program are able to sit for New York State Massage Therapy Licensing Exam and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) certification exam. To find out more about Asian Bodywork Therapy or to become a practitioner, please visit: http://www.nycollege.edu/academics/asian-bodywork-therapy
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