Tibetan Medicine, known in Tibetan as Sowa Rigpa, has been practiced for over 2,500 years across Tibet and the Himalayan region. Sowa means “to heal” or “restore balance,” and Rigpa refers to “knowledge” or “science.” Together, Sowa Rigpa represents the profound science of healing and well-being.

Tibetan Medicine is one of the five major branches of classical Buddhist studies, alongside the study of sound, logic, philosophy, and the arts. It offers a holistic approach to health, emphasizing balance between body, mind, and environment.

One of its key therapeutic methods is Ku Nye (Sku Nye), a traditional form of Tibetan massage. Ku Nye involves deep tissue techniques combined with the stimulation of the body’s energy channels, or meridians, helping to release tension, restore energy flow, and support the body’s natural healing process.