Traditional Thai Massage

The traditional Thai massage procedures differ to a great extent from the European ones. The main focus is on the pressure points and the circulation and how these would help to promote not only internal health but muscular flexibility as well.

The traditional Thai massage dates back to 2500 years and it is among the oldest known manual medicine branch. It is a combination of acupressure, yoga, shiatsu and the massage is done along the various therapy points and the pathways of the body.

The traditional methods help to reduce tension to a great deal. One should keep the body loose and flexible for the masseur to work upon.

Traditional Thai massage procedures
The massage procedures are centuries old. One needs to use his hands, elbows, the knees, feet and pressure needs to be applied on the meridians of the body or rather the 'life power lines'. This encourages a harmonious and an even flow of physical energy throughout the entire body.

The Study Centers
There are many traditional massage parlors in Thailand. Be it Wat Pho or Bangkok massage parlors and institutes of study are many.

The massage prices differ from place to place but all are charged on an hourly basis. There are many good hotels that provide the massage services and they also recommend several other places that provide this facility.

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