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What is Thai Massage?

bulletThai Massage is a traditional massage that originated in Thailand about 2000 years ago. It has elements of Shiatsu, Chinese massage , reflexology and Yoga incorporated into the massage itself. It is still taught by Buddhist monks in the temples of Thailand
bulletIts roots can be traced back to ancient India where Jivaka Komarabhacca, a physician, who was a friend and contemporary of Lord Buddha, established the techniques, that are still used to this day
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When Buddhism began to spread to other parts of Asia, medical institutions and practices of the monastery went along as integral parts of the religious system. When Buddhism reached Thailand in the 3rd or 2nd century BC, temples were built with adjacent dispensaries and medical schools.

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Massage and other healing arts were taught and applied in the monasteries and within the family. It has been mainly an oral tradition (as most people could not read) handed down from teacher to student and parent to child.

Thai Massage is available with Delicate Touch as:

Thai Foot Massage

Thai Foot And Leg Massage

Thai Hand Massage

How does it work?

map of the foot showing body layout

Thai Massage uses Shiatsu, Chinese Massage, Yoga, and Reflexology. Just as in Reflexology, concentration is given to the 10 major energy lines in the body, which run from the top of the head all the way the soles of the feet. These lines end into 'pressure points', which reflect a complete map of the entire body and all its organs on the soles.

By manipulating these different points, the body and the mind are stimulated to restore the balance in that particular area and thereby throughout the whole body.

 

What are the benefits of a Thai Massage of the hands, legs and feet?

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It improves circulation in legs and hands

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It stimulates lymphatic drainage

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It helps remove toxins

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it helps boost the immune system,

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It increases oxygen to the hands and feet and legs

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IIt reduces stiffness and improves flexibility

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It  can help combat Mental tiredness

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It can help with poor sleep

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it can help alleviate stress

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it aids relaxation

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