Thai massage or Thai Yoga Massage originated in India around for over 2,500 years. Originally regarded as a healing art, traditional Thai massage includes influences from both Ayurvedic (Yoga postures) and traditional Chinese medicine.

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Thai Yoga Massage Therapy is made with the client dressed in loose-fitting clothes, no oil is used and gentle pressure and stretching techniques are applied in order to relax, improve flexibility, energy flow and circulation in the whole body. Unlike Swedish or shiatsu massage techniques, in which a person passively lies on a bed, the client lies on the floor and participates more actively in the massage.

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Below, are six key benefits that are supported by research:

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1. Relieves headaches

2. Reduces back pain

3. Relieves joint stiffness and pain

4. Increases flexibility and range of motion

5. Eases anxiety and increase a systemic feeling of calm.

6. Revives energy

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Thai massage may be a good option for you if you want a more active type of massage, where you move and participate instead of lying down throughout your massage.

 

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Because Thai massage has profound effects on your circulatory system, make sure you check with your doctor before you schedule a massage, especially if you have:

• heart disease or coronary artery disease

• high blood pressure

• conditions that affect your spine, including osteoporosis and neurological diseases

• diabetes

• recent surgery

• open wounds

• cancer

• Thai massage isn’t recommended for pregnant women.

• In addition, medical experts recommend that you avoid massage if you have:

• bleeding disorders

• deep vein thrombosis

• thrombocytopenia

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