Here’s What You Can Expect From A Traditional Thai Massage!!

Posted by Happy Valley UAE on January 3rd, 2020

Today, Thai massage has become a very famous therapy among people, and it’s not difficult to find a spa center that offers this type of massage. Thai massage is a traditional Thai healing practice that consists of different yoga postures, acupressure as well as Indian Ayurvedic healing principles. This massage helps you to feel relaxed and heals you from several illnesses. Once you opt for this massage therapy, you’ll understand why it’s considered one of the most approachable massages of all times.

If you are taking this massage for the first time, perhaps you’ve got some confusion in your mind. Don’t worry as we are here to help you. Below we’ve listed a few things that you can expect when getting your first Thai massage.

1. A complete body pressure and yoga movements:

Unlike other massages, a traditional Thai massage involves applying direct body pressure, stretching, and some yoga-like movements. It involves you to move in different postures with the help and support of your massage therapist. The therapist, in the meanwhile, applies rhythmic and direct pressure to ease the muscles and joints.

2. There is no massage table:

Yes, you heard that right! Thai massages are basically done on a thin mattress or padded mat that is laid out on the floor. In a spa center setting, this may be in a curtained-off space or a private room. Besides, you also don’t need to worry about getting yourself undressed, as the therapist will give you a folded set of one-size-fits-all gown and pajamas.

3. No use of oil or any type of lotion:

The Thai massage does not really involve the use of lotion or any type of oil, as is the case with other massage options. Under this massage, the therapist uses their forearms, hands, elbows, feet, and knees to apply pressure to the muscles and flex the joints. This is a more physical form of massage as it involves the use of different yoga poses to enhance the flow of energy that further opens up the joints for more relaxation.

4. It will be a little painful:

Unlike other massages that are soft and painless, a Traditional Thai Massage may be painful for the first-timers. This is because during the initial sessions, the tension areas are targeted and energy is unblocked using stretching and pressures. With repeated massage sessions, however, limbs and muscles loosen and make the massage a bit more painless and bearable. On the other hand, this also depends on your overall muscle rations, wellbeing, flexibility, and fitness levels. 

5. Different positions during the session:

Unlike other massages where you have to lie down still or move in a few positions, the Thai massage requires you to move in several poses. You will lie on your stomach, back, sides, or may be asked to sit on the mat. A thorough Thai massage will have you go through all these postures to ensure that all the joints and muscles of your body are massaged and relaxed.

In general, you may feel a bit exerting during the massage, but once it’s over, you’ll understand its potency. Your body will feel relaxed, you’ll get a refreshing rush of power and I am sure you’ll be looking forward to your next Thai massage session at spa centers near you.