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Facial or body treatments of the Oriental type are becoming increasingly popular. Thai massage, which combines passive yoga with elements of physiotherapy, enjoys great popularity among others. What exactly is Thai massage, how does it work, what does it help with, and what are the indications and contraindications for the treatment? We check!

Thai massage - what is it?

In the Middle East, it is called ancient, traditional, or holy massage, whereas Western specialists describe it as a combination of passive yoga and physiotherapy. So what exactly is Thai massage? It is a type of deep tissue massage that involves pressing specific points on the body and stretching the muscles of the person being massaged. The far eastern philosophy says that these points are meridians, i.e., energy corridors through which air moves through the human body. Well-performed Thai massage allows for an uninterrupted flow of energy, which in turn positively affects the functioning of the entire organism.

What does Thai massage look like?

One of the most frequently asked questions by people interested in the treatment is: what does Thai massage look like? Well, there is no definitive answer to this question - a lot depends on the type of massage, more of which we write in the further part of the article. However, as a rule, during the treatment, the masseur works intensely with the whole body - not only with hands but also with elbows, forearms, or even feet. Thai massage involves rhythmic, quite strong pressing of successive parts of the body and their stretching.

Thai massage is most often carried out by one person, but in some cases, two masseurs are involved in the treatment. The room in which the massage takes place usually has a cozy atmosphere - the lights are dimmed, the air is filled with the scent of aromatic candles, and quiet, calm music plays in the background.

Types and benefits of Thai massage. What does Thai massage help with?

The concept of Thai massage actually hides about 80 different types of treatments. Thai massage can be performed in various ways and using various accessories, bringing slightly different effects. Among the most popular types of Thai massage are:

• classic Thai massage - performed dry, combining acupressure and passive yoga. Classic Thai massage helps relax muscles, stimulates the circulatory and lymphatic systems, allows for stress relief and relaxation, adds energy and supports the body's endurance;
• oil Thai massage - uses techniques from Ayurvedic medicine. It is performed using aromatic oils, for example, lavender, rosewood, sandalwood, rose, peppermint, or ylang-ylang. Thai oil massage strengthens the immune and nervous systems and supports the elimination of excess water and metabolic products from the body;
• Thai massage with herbal compresses - conducted using white cotton bags filled with a mix of herbs with specific health properties, such as eucalyptus leaves, lemongrass, turmeric, cassia, or medicinal ginger. Depending on the mix used, Thai massage with herbal compresses can have pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, relaxing, metabolism-stimulating, and detoxifying effects;
• Thai foot massage - otherwise known as reflexology, is one of the more popular types of Thai massage. During the treatment, the masseur presses selected points on the feet, ankles, and calves, which stimulates specific reflexology zones. As a result, Thai foot massage can support digestive processes, improve the functioning of the hormonal, lymphatic, and nervous systems, and even assist in treating various diseases. Reflexology often proves to be an effective remedy for sleep disorders;
• Thai massage of the shoulders, back, and head - most often performed using warming ointments based on menthol and camphor. It is especially recommended for people struggling with back pain, both post-traumatic and chronic, tension in the shoulder and neck areas, and headaches. The treatment also stimulates scalp microcirculation, which supports hair growth.

Thai massage - indications for the treatment

Due to the numerous advantages of Thai massage, the treatment can bring a range of benefits - not only for physical health but also for mental well-being. Indications for Thai massage include primarily:

• metabolic disorders,
• chronic stress,
• tension states,
• mood deterioration,
• tension headaches,
• dysfunction of internal organs,
• worsening joint mobility,
• pain in the musculoskeletal system.

Importantly, in the absence of contraindications, Thai massage can be performed on people of all ages.

Contraindications to Thai massage

However, not everyone can benefit from the healing effects of Thai massage. Among the contraindications to its performance are:

• increased body temperature,
• tumors,
• infectious diseases,
• atherosclerosis,
• heart diseases,
• arteritis,
• aneurysms,
• osteoporosis,
• diseases weakening bone structures,
• disruption of skin structure continuity.

Thai massage - how to prepare?

To achieve the best effects from Thai massage, it is worth taking care of proper preparation for the treatment. On the day of the massage, it is recommended to eat light meals based on vegetables and fruits, and the last meal should be eaten no later than an hour before the treatment. It is also advisable to avoid alcohol and, if possible, coffee, which is best replaced with water and warm tea.

Just before the visit, you can perform a few bends and gentle stretching, which will help stretch the muscles and increase the effectiveness and pleasure of the treatment. If the massage is performed dry, you should also prepare loose, comfortable clothing - in the case of massages using oils, the person being massaged receives disposable underwear. As part of the preparation for Thai massage, it is also worthwhile to take care of calming the mind - this will bring significantly more benefits from the treatment.

Thai massage at Hotel Belmonte

Do you want to personally experience the benefits of Thai massage? Thai Beauty at Hotel Belmonte will allow you to discover its extraordinary properties and enjoy the fantastic effect of the treatment on the body and mind. Thai massages are performed by well-educated masseuses from Thailand, who also carry out facial and body treatments and ceremonies. Check out other SPA treatments offered at Belmonte and treat yourself to some unique moments of relaxation and unwind.