What is Thai Massage

What is Thai Yoga Massage?

Thai Yoga Massage is believed to have been developed by Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha, physician to Buddha, more than 2,500 years ago in India, from where it made its way to Thailand. During its long history, it may have been influenced by indigenous Thai medicine and Chinese medicine. For centuries, monks performed Thai massage as one component of Thai medicine.

Thai Yoga Massage uses the energy lines of the body, also known as Sen Lines or meridians. The practitioner applies pressure to these energy lines and acupressure points using palms, thumbs, forefingers and even the feet, inducing a profound state of relaxation.

Thai Yoga Massage also involves gentle stretching and manipulation of the joints. A number of assisted yoga postures are used. However, Thai Yoga Massage is more than a physical therapy - is is also beneficial emotionally, and works to balance and harmonise the entire body. The rhythmic movement of the massage helps to clear energy blockages and thereby restore health and harmony.

Thai Yoga Massage is performed on the floor on a mat. The client is fully clothed in comfortable clothing allowing free movement.

Is Thai Yoga Massage safe during pregnancy?

Thai Yoga Massage is a therapy that can easily be adapted for pregnancy. In later pregnancy, the entire massage can be carried out safely and comfortably in the side-lying position. A trained massage therapist has knowledge of what stretches and pressure points should be avoided.

What is Thai Foot Massage?

This is a new therapy in Thailand, combining elements of traditional Thai Yoga Massage with relaxing oil massage. A stick is used to stimulate therapeutic reflex points on the feet. Thai Foot Massage can help improve circulation, boost flexibility of feet ad ankles, combat stress and insomnia, and relieve headaches and migraine.