The Philippines is a melting pot of Eastern and Western culture. Having the best of worlds, the country has received its share of many ancient belief and practices. One of which is the ancient healing art of "Hilot".
A mixture of acupressure, shiatsu and Ayurvedic medicine.Like acupressure, shiatsu and Ayervedic medicine, this form of traditional medicine relies on principles of energy both to diagnose and treat illness. A good practitioner is said to be able to tell what's wrong with you by looking at you and sensing your energy.
There are four elements that make up the body.
· Fire = the body's electrical impulses
· Water = the blood
· Earth = the flesh and bones
· Air = the breath
If any of these elements are out of balance, illness results. Filipino Massage is used to balance the elements of the body. Massage is believed to manipulate the body's electrical current allowing the body to heal itself.
This type of massage is very individualized. There is no set pattern to the work. The therapist massages you were needed according to your imbalances.
