practiced in Thailand for approximately 2,500 years. Although the
origins are somewhat vague, credit Thai Massage is given to a
famous Indian doctor, Shivago Komarpaj, who was the personal
physician of the Buddha and Magadha King. Historically,
manipulation was one of four major branches composing traditional
Thai ceremonies or magical practices. This is based on the theory
the body is made up of 72,000 sen, or energy lines, of which 10
hold top priority. Thai Massage also involves peripheral stimulating,
meaning it acts as an external stimulant to produce specific internal
effects. This point serves as the main division between Thai and
Western massage. Thai Massage is practiced on a firm mat on the
floor instead of on a table, instrumental in the effective use of the
practitioner's body weight. Except for the feet, the client remains
fully clothed, so draping is not necessary.
Massage may be applied on the table or on mat on the floor.
Fees: 60 minutes-$75
90 minutes-$110
