Before we look into the different types of Thai massages, let’s have a look at the history of this ancient therapy. Thai massage originates from Northern India according to the Pāli Buddhist canon and is considered to be one of the world’s oldest healing arts. A monk named Shivago Komarpaj (yes, I know it is not easy to pronounce. I also have the same problem as you lol) is credited as the inventor of Thai massages over two and a half thousand years ago. He is noted in ancient documents for his knowledge of herbal medicine and his astonishing medical skills.
The legend says he was friends and a personal physician to the one and only Buddha himself. It was also written that he worked with the Magadha King Bimbasara and also the Buddhist monks and nuns that went under the name of Sangha. When looking through the entire history of Thai massage you will find that the roots were influenced by a combination of different Thai medicines from Chinese, Indian and Southeast Asian culture. Though there is a lot of debate as to who created the Thai massage, the monk Shivago Komarpaj is widely accepted as the first person to develop the technique.
We offer The Royal style (“rajasamnak”)
Massage therapists performing this style must have very good manners. Before the massage begins, the therapist must sit kneeling away from the toes of the patient about four cubits (a cubit is an ancient measurement of length, approximately equal to the length of a forearm) and then walk inwards towards the patient on their knees, squat away one cubit at knee level of the patient and turn the toes towards the patient’s foot before paying homage to the patient. This is the preparation performed before even laying a finger on the patient! Next, the therapist checks wrist pulse and ankle pulse to assess whether the blood circulation is normal. If not, the therapy may cause unconsciousness and should not be continued
Benefits of Thai Massage ;
1. Lowers stress. Thai massage involves moving and manipulating the body to relieve physical and emotional tension
2. Boosts energy. Research has shown that Thai massage can increase people's physical energy levels
3 Relieves headaches
4. Stimulates circulation
