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What is Thai Massage?

Thai massage is different from other forms of massage in that there is no oil used, that the masseur uses a mattress on the floor (as opposed to a table), and that you remain completely clothed throughout the massage.

We often describe it as having someone “do yoga to you.” In fact, Thai massage has sometimes been called

Applying passive stretching, Applying gentle pressure along energy lines, Using thumbs, hands, feet, elbows and knees to stimulate energy flow.

People working long hours, People who don't have time to exercise, People with back problems

People with neck/shoulder pains, People with deficient circulation. Tired and Stressed people.

With the hot compresses the skin pores open and the herb mixture can do their agreeable and antiseptic effect to complete. The compresses contain a special Thai herbs mixture.

This special kind of massage remained unchanged since beginning of the Ayutthaya period until today.

In particular with muscular pains, inflammations and similar complaints the enormously good effect of the Thai herbal massage is undisputed.

Herbal massage is another traditional type of Thai massage, and is a truly unique experience. Stretching, acupressure and hot herbal compresses combine to provide the utmost in muscular and mental relaxation. The blend of traditional Thai herbs used in this massage has a relaxing and simultaneously invigorating effect on the body and mind, soothing sore and over-worked muscles, while giving a boost for the body's energy level. (Herbs can also be custom-blended for individual needs, colds, flu, other illnesses, etc.)

Hot compresses are also excellent for stiff, sore or pulled muscles and ligaments, back pain, arthritis, chronic pain or injury, disorders of the internal organs, skin diseases, migraines, and chronic stress or anxiety. (Herbs are also custom-blended for individual needs, colds, flu, other illnesses, etc.) Herbs for the compresses are blended with attention to the therapeutic needs of the individual, and are heated in an herbal steamer. Hot herb bundles are applied directly to the skin during a massage session.

The Benefits of Thai Traditional Massage - Nuad Bo'Rarn
The benefits of Thai traditional massage is not only to heal the aches and pains of the body!
Thailand's Ministry of Health recognizes that there are over 60 types of sicknesses or conditions that benefit from and improve with Thai massage. These include high blood pressure, bad circulation in the feet and hands, constipation, allergies, migraines, diabetes, irregular periods, weak immune system, low blood pressure, eating disorders, asthma, and anemia.

Recently Thai traditional massage has been included as a treatment for these sicknesses at University hospitals. In addition, Thai traditional massage is being taught in the ethical education periods at primary schools in Thailand, and is being promoted by Thailand as a traditional culture.

1. In 1981, Krungkrai Janepanich and Prasertsak Tuchinda, studying the efficacy of Thai massage to blood circular system in 45 healthy persons, 19-72 years old. Giving a massage on the front lower legs together with constantly pressing on the right upper leg for 1 minute known as “Opening wind channel” for 5 minutes while the volunteer lying position.

It was found that Thai massage Thai massage was to increase temperature of both feet, to decrease the heart rate, to decrease the maximum point of blood pressure by statistic significantly in male. For female, there was not change in the maximum point of blood pressure.

2. In 1984, Prayotch Boonsinsuk et al. found that Thai massage by pressing on the pain point is able to reduce backache at the waist level.

3. In 1990, Krungkrai Janepanich and Prasert Tuchinda, studying the efficacy of Thai massage on the neck and shoulder to the pulse rate and blood pressure. It was found that the pulse rate and blood pressure were significantly decreased. The symptoms of head: dizziness or headache, the symptoms of neck: stretch, strain, and neck pain, the symptoms of shoulders: tighten and stiff were relieved as well. All patients could bow, lift, turn left and turn right their head. In addition, all volunteers got well and they felt their brains, heads, hearts, and eyes better. They also breathed easily and felt soft at their shoulders and necks. It was concluded that they satisfied for Thai massage.

4. In 1992, Vichai Ungpinijpong et al, studying the efficacy of physiology on back pain patients causing from the vertebrae degeneration and back muscle inflammation for 38 patients. It was found that Thai massage was to increase the temperature on skin and trunk elastic, and to relieve pain.

5. In 1992, Prayatch Boonsinsuk et al, studying the efficacy of Thai massage on the patients of 3 days muscle and joint pain. It was found that the physical temperature, pulse rate, maximum and minimum hypertension was not changed. The pain level was reduced about one level (from 6 levels) after giving a massage. The patients of muscle pain felt better than that of other pain. After the third massage, the pain symptom was approximately decreased 2 levels.

6. In 1994, The Center of Thai Traditional Medicine, Prachinburi Province, studying the efficacy of applying royal Thai massage in public health care services. It was found the result of royal Thai massage that the patients got normal 60.16%, got better 28.98%, got no well 10.86%.

7. In 1997, Pennapa Subcharoen et al, studying the application of Thai traditional medicine theory to give the patients service in 29 public health care services. It was found that 51.8% of health care services had Ayuraved doctors, Thai massage, herbal steam bath, herbal hot compress and herbal drug, as well as producing herbal drug.

8.In 1988 , Narumol Leelayuwat et al, studying the efficacy of physiology of Thai massage for relieving pain, muscle function and complication in 300 patients, 18-60 years old, having back pain at least 6 months and stopping taking drug at least 7 days. It was found that the efficacy of relieving pain was approximately reduced one level continuously at least 2 day and increased the flexibility of muscle. It was not found the complication or physical pathology. It had only Short-term effect such as tiredness, cool, pain, sore, tight, back pain, and numb. However, these symptoms would disappear after giving a massage.

9.In 1998, Yodchai Boonprakob et al., comparative studying the efficacy of the changing o flexibility in back and hips muscle between Thai massage by the masseur and massaging instrument in 30 healthy volunteers and no physical pathology of back pain. It was found that both Thai massage by the masseur and massaging instrument were to increase the muscle inflexibility of back and hips.

In 1998, Vichai Ungpinjpong and Nikra Montri, Studying the efficacy of primary physiology of applying foot massage in 20 healthy persons, 21-50 years old for 45 minutes by integrating Thai massage; pressing in the bodyline with pressing in Chinese style: The patients got well and relaxed.

1. To stimulate the function within the body systems for health promotion such as stimulating the circulatory system of blood and lymph.

2. To prevent and relieve some diseases such as constipation, asthma, cystitis, headache, renal disease, cholelithiasis, migraine, sinusitis and stress

3. To be good for mental health, especially the older person, and to make a good relationship within the family

4. To be self- reliance