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What is Thai Foot Massage
Thai Foot Massage is the ultimate therapeutic and popular
massage of the feet, legs and hands. This traditional & effective massage is excellent for relieving stress and also promotes
relaxation. With many benefits it is also great for general well being.
A gentle & highly effective treatment,
this relaxing massage has been practised in Thailand for over 3000 years. Thai Foot Massage is performed solely with the hands,
whilst the client lays on a massage table. It is possible for the therapist to be seated while doing the foot massage part,
but the rest is performed standing up.
Brief History
Thai
Foot Massage is a massage of the hands,legs and feet. It originated in Thailand about 2000 years ago and is a part of traditional
Thai massage which has elements of Shiatsu, Chinese massage and Yoga incorporated into the massage as well.
It is still
taught by Buddhist monks in the temples of Thailand and when Buddhism began to spread to other parts of Asia, medical institutions
and practices of the monastery went along as integral parts of the religious system.
When Buddhism reached Thailand
in the 3rd or 2nd century BC, temples were built with adjacent dispensaries and medical schools. Massage and other healing
arts were taught and applied in the monasteries and within the family. In families it has been mainly an oral tradition (as
most people could not read) handed down from teacher to student.
The Benefits Of Thai
Foot Massage
• It is an effective treatment for improving the circulation in the legs,
hands and feet.
• Stimulates lymphatic drainage removing toxins & boosting the
immune system.
• Encourages more blood flow into the feet, hands and legs.
• Increases oxygen to the feet,
hands and legs – thus bringing better circulation.
• Reduces the possibility of developing arthritic and rheumatic
conditions in the feet.
• The massage will get rid of stiffness and improve flexibility.
• Will help the
client feel more grounded as a result of their personal energy connecting with the earth energy.
What
Does A Thai Foot Massage Do?
• Improves circulation in legs and hands
• Stimulates lymphatic drainage
• Helps remove toxins
• Helps boost the immune system
• Increases oxygen to the hands, feet
and legs
• Reduces stiffness and improves flexibility
• Detoxifies and strengthens the immune system,
thus preventing disease
• Acceleration of physical healing
• Deals with stress
• Help with insomnia
• Mental tiredness
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