Thai Massage is a different kind of massage therapy because it is a dry massage therapy and does not use any oils or lotion. Instead, it is performed using deep compressing, rhythmic pressing, and stretching actions. The pressure, tension, and motion or vibration movements used during massage improve regional blood circulation. Thai Massage is performed using different body parts such as palm, thumb, fingers, forearm, elbow, or even feet.
Thai Massage is believed to cause its therapeutic effects because it uses a variety of yoga-like stretching positions. Thai massage is based on the principles of correcting the energy balance through the body. The basic principle of Thai Massage is to start with from the extremities of the body (literally), work towards the core of the body (medially), and then back to the extremities. This ensured the flow of energy through the energy channels called meridians, and also improve blood circulation throughout the body.
Health Benefits of Thai Massage
1. Relaxes Muscles and relieves pain
The combination of stretching action and gentle massage relaxes and lengthens tight muscles. It also reduces the stiffness or knots in muscle that cause pain
2. Increases muscle flexibility
The yoga stretching actions stretches the muscle to a sustainable point. This improves the muscle tone and flexibility
3. Improves joint motions
The stretching action improves the movement of fluids (such as lymph, synovial, and cerebrospinal) in the space between joints.
4. Improves blood circulation
The massage action improves blood circulation throughout the body
5. Relieves musculoskeletal pain
Tight muscles can put pressure on the joints and cause musculoskeletal pain such as back pain or shoulder pain. Thai massage releases the pressure from joints and allows them to fall back into proper alignment, relieving the pain.
6. Improves immunity
Improved blood circulation helps to remove the toxins from the body. This increases immunity to diseases
7. Promotes mental relaxation
Relaxes body and mine to release of emotional or mental stress
9. Reduces fatigue
Massage and stretching can effectively reduce body soreness and fatigue
10. Sleep Problems
Naturally soothing to the mind and body, Thai Massage helps you to sleep better and alleviate disturbed sleep patterns.
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