Thai Massage
Because of its energizing and invigorating features, Thai massage is more popular than many other classic types of massage. A simple description of the massage style would be as a"Thai yoga massage" on the basis that the massage therapist makes use of hands, legs, knees and feet in leading the massage receiver to move and do the yoga-like stretches. Thus, Thai massage is regarded by some as "yoga without the real effort but the same effects".
Many are intrigued about the massage's real origins. That is because some movements and principles of Thai massage are very much identified and linked to the Ayurvedic massage techniques, which came from India. Historians and researchers believe that Thai massage was developed and brought to Thailand, particularly in Chiangmai, by Buddha's physician Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha some 2,500 years ago.
Judging from the looks and basic principles of Thai massage, it is inferred that Thai massage was developed by the combination of traditional Chinese medicine practices with the basic Ayurvedic techniques. This explanation clearly identifies the reason why Thai massage, in its initial popularity, was performed exclusively by monks as among the components of traditional Thai medicine.
Thai massage is performed while the receiver is lying in the floor, on top of a padded mat. Unlike most massage techniques, there is no need for anyone receiving a Thai massage to undress. No oil or special lotion is used and required for the session. However, anyone receiving the massage is advised to wear very comfortable clothes, most likely bed attires, during the massage. That is because such apparel would facilitate better and more comfortable movement. Since Thai massage would involve a lot of stretching, it would help if the clothing would not be a hindrance to such movements.
Anyone receiving a Thai massage is subjected to relaxing joint mobilization, acupressure and muscle compression. Thus, the massage is both energizing and relaxing at the same time. Thai massage is just perfect for anyone who is out to relax and enjoy. Other known benefits of Thai massage include increase of energy, improvement of motion ranges, reduction of stress, increased energy and flexibility and of course, boosted focus on both the mind and body levels.
If you would be out to get one, remember the following tips prior to getting the Thai massage: do not consume heavy meal prior to the massage session; let the massage therapist know about any discomfort; let the massage therapist get an idea about your medical history first; and arrive to the massage clinic or studio at least 10 minutes before the start of the session so that there would be ample time to relax, rest and condition yourself before the massage session.
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