Thai Massage

Traditional Thai Massage is a combination of acupressure and yoga-like stretching techniques in which the therapist uses fingers, thumbs, elbows, arms and feet on the body’s muscles, pressure points and meridian energy lines to clear energy blockages and to bring balance to the energy of the body. Special loose garments are provided, as oils are not used for this treatment.

History

Thai Massage is fairly new to modern spas; but it is actually an ancient healing practice. It is thought to have been developed by Buddhist monks in Thailand 2,500 years ago. In the past, Thai Massage techniques were passed down from generation to generation orally within families as most people could not read or write. The formal manuscripts were written in ancient Pali by the Buddhist monks.

In 1767, many of the manuscripts were destroyed by the Burmese invaders. To help preserve the techniques, in 1832, King Rama III commanded his people to collect the remaining fragments of the original texts carved into stone as descriptive epigraphs at the Pra Chetupon Temple in Bangkok (popularly known as Wat Pho), thus enabling this valuable healing practice to continue today.

The Massage

Thai massage takes place on a futon mat on the floor, and you wear loose fitting clothing. The Siam Spa Retreat, provides you with an outfit to wear for the massage. The massage begins with you laying on your back, and the therapist uses gentle compression and stretching techniques to open up your body, beginning with you legs. Some people say Thai massage is a little like doing yoga without any effort, because the therapist will push your body into various positions without any work on your part.

Thai massage is done with all your clothes on, so some people recommend it if you feel uncomfortable with partial nudity such as during a Swedish or Aromatherapy massage. Because traditional Thai massage is quite vigorous, it is perhaps not the best choice for first-time spa-goers. The therapist literally uses his or her whole body, including her feet, to move your body into various positions during Thai massage, so in some ways it feels more intimate than a Swedish or Aromatherapy massage, where you lay on a massage table and are covered with sheets during the massage.

Thai Massage Therapy Benefits:

Range of Motion and Flexibility

● Increases range of motion and joint flexibility
● Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles
● Provides exercise and stretching for atrophied muscles
● Reduces shortening of the muscles for those with restricted range of motion
● Improves posture, balance, corrects body alignments and dissolves energy blockages

Circulatory Systems of the Body (Blood and Lymph)

● Decreases carpal tunnel symptoms
● Boosts immune system
● Promotes tissue regeneration
● Eases withdrawal symptoms
● Enhances immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system. For example, in breast cancer patients, massage has been shown to increase the cells that fight cancer
● Eases medication dependence
● Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ—the skin
● Asthmatic children show better pulmonary function and increased peak air flow
● High blood pressure patients demonstrate lower diastolic blood pressure
● Premenstrual syndrome sufferers have decreased water retention and cramping
● Beneficial in treatment of some chronic diseases, neurological disorders, and injuries
● Improves blood circulation which reduces ischemia
● Key in removing metabolic waste products
● Aids in prevention of fibrosis
● Allows the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs
● Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and can be used to reduce and realign scar tissue after healing has occurred
● Lowers blood pressure

Muscular System

● Reduces tension and muscle tightness and soreness
● Aids in reducing fatigue
● Relaxes and softens injured and overused muscles
● Relieves muscle spasms and cramps
● Reduces myofascial pain
● Breaks down scar tissue
● Improves tissue elasticity

Psychological Effects

● Prevents and relieves stress and anxiety
● Aids in relaxation
● Lessens depression
● Decreases insomnia
● Reduces tension
● Decreases the need for medication
● Helps you sleep well
● Releases the body’s endorphins
● Helps to clear and calm your mind
● Provides relief for mental problems

Pain Reduction

● Decreases pain
● Relieves back pain
● Provides pain relief for migraine sufferers and decreases the need for medication
● Arthritis sufferers note fewer aches and less stiffness and pain
● Burn injury patients report reduced pain, itching, and anxiety
● Reduces chronic pain
● Provides relief for aching muscles

Athletic Performance

● Increases performance for athletes
● Reduces recovery time
● Helps prepare for strenuous workouts
● Eliminates subsequent pains of the athlete at any level

Energy

● Aids Meditation
● Revitalises & balances energy
● Nurtures a sense of Well-Being
● promotes awakeness

Especially for You

Traditional Thai Massage has long had a close association with Buddhist Temples. Here at Siam Massage Therapist, we strive to maintain this spiritual aspect by applying compassionate touch in a mindful way with the utmost dignity and respect.

Allow us to offer you a Traditional Thai Massage custom made for you.

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