Experience Thai Massage

People pay to have massages performed on them because they want to know what it's like to be completely at ease. They want to relax, to be catered to and to feel all the stress from work, home and life in general simply melt away. This is all possible through massage. More importantly, this, and more, is all possible through Thai massage. Thai massage is a massage utilizing techniques that originated in Thailand. These techniques bring Eastern massage philosophies here to the West, where they are used to release tension and bring an overall improvement to one's well being.

Thai massage integrates certain Eastern spiritual techniques into traditional massage. When you get a Thai massage, you can expect to have your muscles kneaded so they soften from all of the tension knots. However, the difference between Thai massage and traditional massages is that Thai massages use certain Eastern techniques such as deep breathing, the knowledge of pressure points and more. Some Thai massage practitioners use techniques that are seen as unorthodox when it comes to traditional massages. The end result is the same, however, whatever Thai massage techniques are performed: total relaxation.

Total Relaxation

In fact, after just one Thai massage session and you'll likely never want to return to a traditional masseuse again. That's because practitioners follows techniques that have been around for centuries. They believe that, to give a good massage, one has to be in tune with their body. They have to be in a state of total relaxation. To be tense during a massage, they say, is to defeat the purpose of getting a massage. You cannot release total tension if one is resisting your methods. That's why these massage techniques are so effective.

Search For A Thai Masseuse Near You

To find a Thai masseuse, your best bet is to try the Internet. Today, you'd be hard pressed to find a listing you can't find via the Internet. There might be a Thai masseuse near you. If not, then the travel is worth it. All you have to do is have one Thai massage and you'll be hooked. Imagine, for once, not feeling stressed. Imagine being able to go to work, after a weekend of a total relaxation massage, feeling ready to tackle whatever challenges come your way because you're sharp, you're relaxed and you're fresh, all from techniques performed while getting a Thai massage.

Popular Types of Asian Massage

Wonderful massage techniques have been developed in India and the Far East over centuries. Asian massage is still very popular both for relaxation and as therapy around the globe.

Thai Massage

Originating in India, Thai massage combines guided stretching and Meridian pressure techniques with Pranayama breathing. It was brought to Thailand by Dr Shivago K., in Buddah's time about 2500 years ago.  Pranayama breathing technique is meant for cleansing the body and strengthening the nervous system. Pranayama breathing also helps in boosting the immune system, focusing, concentration, and more efficient oxidation of the blood. Massage area is on a mat or firm mattress on the floor. The recipient is made to practice yoga-like positions during the course of the massage. At the end most recipients find Thai massage very relaxing and refreshing. 

Shiatsu Massage:  Shiatsu hails from the Japanese words shi, meaning finger, and atsu, meaning pressure. It is another type of Asian massage developed in the Far East, known to most as originating in Japan. It uses thumb pressure, palms, and fingers, and works along the energy meridians in the body with the same meridians as acupressure. Health benefits of Shiatsu massage include rebalancing of bone system, improvement in circulatory function, enhanced balance of the nervous system and greater flexibility of skin and muscle.

Chinese Tui Na massage: Tui na is actually a form of Chinese manipulative therapy developed more than 5000 years ago. This Asian massage is often used in combination with acupuncture, Chinese herbalism and other health therapies. The essence of this massage lies in applying pressure to the body at certain key points. It employs a series of pressing, tapping, and kneading with the therapist's palms, fingertips, knuckles or certain implements that are said to remove blockages along the meridians of the body. 

The result is stimulating the flow of qi (natural respiration of the body) and blood to promote healing. Tui na massage is used as treatment for both acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, as well as certain non-musculoskeletal conditions. It also has fewer side effects than many modern drug-based and chemical-based treatments.

Javanese Massage: Javanese massage of Indonesia is another significant type of Asian massage. It uses all parts of the therapist's hand, (knuckles, palms and fingers) to knead and massage the muscles. The whole procedure is facilitated by using massage oil. Javanese massage relieves tension, alleviates back pain and aids in the healing of fractures. It is the most robust (and even painful) type of Asian massage but very beneficial for your health.