Frequently Asked Questions
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Thai massage is often described as seeing your massage therapist, your acupuncturist, your chiropractor, with a yoga session included. A whole-body Thai massage will incorporate all of these therapies to one degree or another. Where Swedish massage employs long, steady strokes, it is usually to encourage relaxation of the muscles. Thai massage uses the ‘Sen’ or energy lines that run throughout the body.
By application of thumb, palm, and forearm or elbow pressure, these lines are stimulated promoting balance within the body. The same reflexology points that are used in acupuncture are stimulated by massaging the feet. Passive stretching is a fundamental practice incorporated into Thai massage.
These are often yoga-type stretches that increase joint mobility, increase circulation, and provide stretch to muscles that are tense and constricted.
No, it shouldn’t hurt. It’s important that you communicate with your therapist and indicate if the pressure is too soft or too hard. Some of the stretches may be unfamiliar to your body, relax and allow the stretch to be performed, it usually only lasts about 5 seconds.
No, we are not a NZ massage registered. Most of the therapists have been trained in Thailand and the level of training is not usually recognized by insurance companies; however, more and more frequently, Thai massage is being recognized as a specialty within the massage profession, so you should check with your insurance company. Deep tissue massage is recommended for individuals who experience chronic pain, restricted mobility, or muscle tension. It is also beneficial for athletes or individuals who engage in physical activity on a regular basis.
For Traditional Thai Massage it is no oil so we provide loose and comfortable clothing for the session. Other services product apply for, women will be remove your clothes but keep bra underwear on and for men will be removing clothes and keep underwear on.
