
The arm pressing the knee is straight.

Bend to the side, moving the elbow to the ceiling.

Then turn, moving the elbow behind the body.

This seated massage technique has the same effect.
Traditional Thai yoga, often called "The Hermit's Art of Contorting," consists of 115 poses to stimulate the flow of energy in the body's sen lines. Historically, Shivago Yoga was practiced by reclusive ascetics to prepare the body for meditation. Today, Thai massage therapists use it to prepare for giving massage.