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Ruesi dat ton (Thai yoga / hermit stretching)
ฤๅษีดัดตน
A listing is not a recommendation.
Origin: Thailand · Tradition: A traditional Thai self-adjustment gymnastic method · Movement
What it is
Self-stretching and poses with the breath, said to come from hermit practice. Some movements are close to a self-care form of Thai massage.
A short introduction (not a treatment instruction)
- Extend without bouncing, and without holding the breath.
- Learn the forms from a teacher or a reliable introduction.
- Do not force through a sharp joint pain.
Symptoms or aims often mentioned with this practice
- Muscle stiffness
- Stiff shoulders
- Low back pain
- Posture
- Breathing
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Research notes (this is not a promise of effect)
D: Traditional use only. This review did not find enough clinical research on the practice itself
The sources were not confirmed in this review.
High-quality clinical research unique to the method is scarce. It sits in the range of stretching and yoga-like movement in general.
Sources
Safety notes
Over-extension. The sources concern the safety of related movement such as yoga. A systematic review unique to ruesi dat ton was not confirmed.
If you are unsure, or if you have a health condition, are pregnant, or take medicine, consult a qualified professional.
Situations in which this is better avoided
- An acute injury
- A restriction after surgery