Different massage techniques and approaches exist.
Please note details on techniques shown in italic are for
information only and are not currently performed by me
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Aromatherapy - massaging diluted essential oils,
extracted from plants, directly into the skin using a range
of different massage techniques.
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Ayurvedic massage - pressure point or
hot oil massage that may involve whole-body massage or only
parts of the body, such as Indian head massage.
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Biodynamic massage - a form of therapy
to promote the release of physical and emotional blockages
in the body, especially in the abdomen.
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Deep Tissue
massage - Deep tissue massage is a type of massage
therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles
and connective tissue.
It is especially helpful for chronically tense and
contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness,
and sore shoulders.
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Hot stone massage - application of
different types of warm or cool stones to the skin to relax
muscles or reduce swelling and inflammation.
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Lymphatic massage - (also known as
manual lymphatic drainage) – light and
gentle techniques to improve the circulation of lymph fluid
in the body.
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Reflexology - pressure from the thumb
and fingertips on the soles of the feet, and sometimes the
hands.
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Remedial massage - soft-tissue massage,
commonly used to treat muscle and joint pain and sports
injuries.
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Shiatsu - pressure from the fingertips,
thumbs, palms, elbows, knees or feet applied to the body,
often through clothing. It's said to improve the flow of
vital energy, known as ‘ki’, increase circulation and
release tension.
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Sports massage - a range of techniques
for treating sport injuries and aiding performance.
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Swedish massage (also known as
therapeutic massage) - a range of techniques applied to the
skin using oils, including effleurage (stretching and
relaxing superficial muscles), petrissage (kneading and
squeezing deeper muscles and tissues), friction and
compression (rubbing and ‘holding’ the tissues to break down
scar tissue and relax muscles), tapotement (rhythmical
movements and tapping performed with the edge of the hand or
heel of the palm to increase blood circulation) and
vibration (rhythmical movements for releasing tension and
boosting circulation).
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Thai Foot Massage Thai Foot Massage is a massage of the lower legs and feet that involves hands on stretching and massage to “open” Sen (energy) Lines, along with the use of a stick to stimulate the reflex points on the feet which correspond to the internal organs of the body. Thai Foot Massage stimulates these points to promote general health and well-being.
A Treatment in Thai Foot Massage will usually last for one hour and the therapist may spend the last 10 minutes massaging the hands and sometimes the shoulders too.
Thailand has evolved as a centre for massage, partly due to geographical location and partly to the peoples’ predisposition towards massage, with traditional techniques from India and China diverging in Thailand to give us Traditional Thai Massage and Thai Foot Massage.
Thai Foot Massage takes it’s origins from China where the art has been practiced for over 5000 years, and Thai Foot Massage, as seen everywhere in Thailand today, has developed from Chinese, Japanese, and Korean foot masseuses.
Traditional Thai Massage and Thai Foot Massage compliment each other beautifully. Thai Massage balances the elements of the mind and body, while Thai Foot Massage stimulates the internal organs, giving the receiver an holistic treatment.
The benefits of a Thai Foot Massage
Improved circulation and toxin removal.
Stimulated lymphatic drainage and immune system boost.
Reduced stiffness and improved flexibility.
Accelerated physical healing
Stress relief
Improved sleep
Clarity of mind
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Indian head massage - An Indian head massage is a gentle treatment applied
to the neck, shoulders, upper arms and the head. It is
used to aid relaxation and aid blood flow through the
scalp.
When feeling stressed, tension can accumulate causing
problems such as stiffness in the neck and shoulders,
eye strain or headaches. An Indian head massage can
resolve these problems and make you feel more calm and
relaxed
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Thai Herbal Massage
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The Thai people have a long tradition of natural healing,
and their hot compresses, known as herbal bags, are a
favourite remedy around the world. "Herbal heat revival,"
also known as the herbal bolus treatment, is believed to
calm the nerves and redirect the body energy in a way that
is vital to good health.
The herbal bag uses a combination of 20 selected Thai herbs
in one compress. Each herb works its specific healing when
absorbed into the skin. They include zingiber cassumunar (a
type of ginger), turmeric, citrus hystrix, citronella grass,
tamarind leaf, ginger, Borneo camphor, and menthol.
The treatment claims, "The unique system of warming up the
compress but not heating the fragile herbs themselves
ensures that they are never subjected to direct heat."
These are the stated benefits of the herbal heat bag:
• May assist in the relief of muscle pain, aches and
tension.
• May assist with symptoms of abdominal pain such as feeling
bloated.
• Helps in the relief of the common cold and a stuffy nose
(inhale the fragrance at night time).
• Helps to reduce signs of swelling and muscle inflammation.
• Assists in the reduction of stiffness in the joints.
• Helps to stimulate peripheral blood circulation
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