Benefits of Thai Massage
Thai Massage has been in practice for several thousands of years and is widely popular even today because of the myriad of benefits that it offers. Some of the most prominent reasons why people seek Thai Massage are:
- Relaxes and lengthens tight muscles
- Relieves chronic and acute pain
- Reduces stiffness and knots in muscles
- Improves muscle tone and flexibility
- Reduces musculoskeletal pain such as back pain and shoulder pain
- Improves blood circulation
- Improves your body posture
- Helps remove toxins from the body
- Increases immunity to diseases
- Reduces the intensity of migraine and tension headaches
- Releases mental and emotional stress
- Reduces soreness and fatigue
- Helps sleep better and improves sleep patterns
- Improves range of motion
- Eases anxiety and infuses a sense of calm
- Rejuvenates your body and boosts energy
- Improves the movement of fluids in the space between joints, thereby improving joint mobility
- Enhances athletic performance by improving flexibility, agility, and speed
In traditional Thai massage, massage therapists use their hands, thumbs, elbows, forearms, and sometimes even feet to reduce muscle tension. It is based on the idea that energy moves through your body along predictable pathways. To improve the flow of energy through these pathways, Thai massage therapists will move your body into yoga-like positions. It is the combination of movement, stretching, and pressure that makes Thai massage distinct from others.
How do I prepare for Thai massage?
Thai massage involves active elements as it includes yoga-like stretching. Hence, there are a few things that you should keep in mind while getting ready for a Thai massage:
- Wear comfortable clothing that stretches easily
- Do not eat one hour before the Thai massage
- Do not apply lotion, oil, topical medications, or patches before Thai massage
If you are looking forward to getting a Thai Massage in Philadelphia, please book an appointment today with me – Justin Shelley – Your Trusted Licensed Massage Therapist.