SalaThai Salon masażu Tajskiego & SPA

In the course of the traditional massage, only 10 main channels and the pressure points located on them (CHOP SEN) – situated in the vicinity of joints or nerves routes are recognised. This allows, during a correctly- performed massage of the whole body, for restoration of the energy balance of the organism, for the free flow of energy and for acceleration of the natural process of healing.

Some elements of the acupressure technique (pressing with thumbs, hands, elbows, forearms, knees and feet), stretching techniques and elements of reflexotherapy are applied during the massage.

In the course of the massage, a technique of temporary stoppage of the blood circulation is applied, through pressing against arteries. Moreover, some positions resembling positions of yoga are applied (asan) – hence sometimes it is possible to find a definition of Thai massage as yoga for the lazy.

The Buddhas teaching is the very essence of Thai massage – therefore, every performance is a physical type of sympathizing and simultaneously of kindliness it is a form of meditation during which both the person undergoing the massage and the massage therapist find themselves in the state of deep contemplation and relaxation.

According to contemporary medicine (referring to methods of treatment on the basis of scientific experiments), the traditional Thai massage has been qualified as belonging to the group of treatments or mobilization techniques, fascial techniques, as well as ones that manipulate the spine and limbs.

When performed prophylactically, it improves the physical, mental, intellectual and spiritual condition, and it enhances body’s immunity. In the case of illness, depending on its manifestations, it may constitute the main method of treatment or may be only an addition to other techniques. Practically every person may use Thai massage as a form of exercise to improve the range of movement within the joints, as well as the strength of muscles, as a form of relaxation, as a prophylactic, and to enhance the body’s immunity.

Advantages of Thai massage:

Thai massage improves blood circulation and at the same time accelerates drainage of the waste products of the metabolism:

accelerates supplying the cells with nutrients;

improves functioning of the immunological system;

supports and improves flexibility of muscles, joints, tendons and ligament, supports and improves the range of movements within joints;

keeps the correct muscle tension;

reduces headaches and migraines;

improves functioning of the internal organs;

relaxes muscles;

reduces psychical stress;

relieves stress;

improves the general figure of the body.