About Thai Massage
ABOUT THAI MASSAGE
About Thai Medical Massage
Thai massage is a system of massage and manipulation developed in Thailand and influenced by the traditional medical systems of India, China, and Southeast Asia, as well as by yoga.
Thai Medical massage moves deeper into the mechanical functions of the body, working with deep muscle tension and joint mobility as well as nerve, muscle and ligament balancing.
Ten main energy lines (Sen) form the foundation of Traditional Thai Medical Massage, It is a pressure point modality of massage using the the practitioner’s hands and feet.
It is a very structured style of deep massage. Our practitioners are intuitive and highly skilled at using appropriate pressure to facilitate the most beneficial effect.
History of Thai Massage
Traditional Ancient Thai Massage is a unique form of bodywork that incorporates Hatha Yoga, acupressure and reflexology with origins dating back 2500 years.
Ancient medical texts were carved in stone in attempts to preserve the traditon of Thai massage. These stone inscriptions still sit within the walls of the Wat Pho temple in Bangkok
For more information, visit The Jap-Sen School of Thai Massage
