Thai massage techniques were created over two and a half thousand years ago.
However, what was considered a Thai massage then, is much different than the modern day Thai massage. Most likely an evolved method has taken its place with influence from many South East Asian countries.
A Thai massage is much different than many other types of massages. The big difference is Thai massage techniques are intended to energize the body rather than relax it, as many other massage techniques do.
Often Thai massage is referred to as a Thai yoga massage as the therapists use their body to move you into a series of the yoga-like positions that stretch the body and loosen joints. Here are few things to expect during a Thai massage session:
1. The therapist will actually use their hands, knees, legs, and feet to move your body into various positions.
2. You should think of a Thai massage much like yoga without doing any of the work.
3. Therapist also incorporate muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure to loosen body and joints.
4. You will not only feel relaxed but energized as well.
