Benefits of Massage

The claimed benefits of Thai massage include relief from asthma, migraines, sprains, bruises, anxiety, relief of physical and emotional tension, improved sleep, improved flexibility, greater awareness of body and mind, and a release of blocked energy.

While Swedish massage permits the recepient to zone out and relax, Thai massage encourages the recepient to become more engaged and energized, for increased mindfullness.

Many people find that Thai massage has the following benefits:

• Relaxes
• Reduce stress
• Improves circulation
• Increases energy
• Increases flexibilty
• Improves range of motion
• Centers the mind and body

What does Thai Massage feel like?

Thai massage is more energizing and rigorous than more classic forms of massage. Thai massage is also called Thai yoga massage, because the therapist uses his or her hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into a series of yoga-like stretches. Many people say Thai massage is like doing yoga without any work.

Muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure are also used during treatment. People describe Thai massage as both relaxing and energizing.

Additional Tips

• Don't eat a heavy meal before the massage.
• If it's your first time at the clinic or spa, arrive at least 10 minutes early to complete necessary forms. Otherwise, arrive 5 minutes early so you can have a few minutes to rest and relax before starting the massage.
• Be sure that your massage therapist has your complete health history, because people with certain conditions should not have Thai massage.
• If you feel discomfort at any time, let your massage therapist know.

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