Technique & Benefits of Our Thai Massage Treatments in Brisbane

Thai massage really is an art form of ancient healing. It’s one of four branches of the Traditional Thai medical system that was established over 2,500 years ago when Buddhist monks from India journeyed into Thailand. The role of massage at the time was primarily to nourish the mind and body of monks who practiced yoga and sat in meditation for long hours each day. Still practiced today, Thai massage aims to restore the whole person to a state of balance by facilitating a smooth constant flow of bioenergy (known as Qi, Chi, or Prana) throughout the body and mind.

During a Thai massage session, hands, elbows, or feet are used to apply deep compression to the receiver’s muscles and fascia of the back, arms, and legs to activate energy flow along energy lines (called Sen). Compression is paired with moving the body into yoga-like stretches. The techniques are applied slowly. Caution and awareness of the receiver’s physical limitations are maintained throughout. The session progresses through supine (face up), prone (face down), side-lying, and seated. Thai massage is traditionally performed on a floor mat but easily modified to a table. The client stays fully dressed, preferably in loose clothing (sweatpants/t-shirt).

How does Thai massage affect the body and mind?

The slow compression along ancient energy lines brings a palpable sense of balance and clarity to mind and body. From a physiological perspective, the rhythmic rocking pattern calms the nerves and stimulates systemic circulation to bring fresh oxygen and nutrients to muscles. It also helps to break up fibrotic tissue and realign fascia making it more elastic and resilient. The deep stretches promote joint flexibility and integrity and address muscle tension and contracture. Perhaps most importantly, proper use of pressure (the “therapeutic zone”) activates the endorphin response, which helps to provide pain relief and reveal a state of calm and peacefulness.

Who should try a Thai massage?

Thai massage is excellent for someone who wants an invigorating yet relaxing massage that provides a dose of energy for both body and mind. It is a good option for someone who wants massage therapy but prefers to remain dressed and doesn’t like to feel covered in oil. Great for athletes who feel like tightness or lack of flexibility is impeding their performance.