Massage culture of each country
Massage is a traditional science and art that has been popular for a long time. Each country has a different culture of massage. which reflects the beliefs, culture and way of life of people in each locality
Thai massage
Thai massage is a massage science that has a history of more than 2,500 years. It is believed to have originated from India and spread into Thailand in the Dvaravati period. Thai massage is the science of pressure point massage. Emphasis on acupressure points according to meridians and muscles to stimulate the circulation of blood and qi helps the body relax pain relief and treat various diseases
Nowadays, Thai massage is popular all over the world. It was registered as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2019.
Chinese massage
Chinese massage is a massage science that has a history of more than 2,000 years, believed to have originated in ancient China. Chinese massage is a reflexology massage. Emphasis on acupressure points according to meridians and muscles to stimulate the circulation of blood and qi helps the body relax pain relief and treat various diseases
There are many forms of Chinese massage, such as Tui Na massage, foot massage, tendon massage, acupuncture massage, etc.
Japanese massage
Japanese massage is a massage science that has a history of more than 1,500 years, believed to have originated in ancient China. Japanese massage is the science of acupressure massage. Emphasis on acupressure points according to meridians and muscles to stimulate the circulation of blood and qi helps the body relax pain relief and treat various diseases
There are many types of Japanese massage such as Shiatsu massage, Reiki massage, Tensei massage, etc.
Swedish massage
Swedish massage is a massage that has a history of more than 200 years. It is believed to have originated in Sweden. Swedish massage is a reflexology massage. Emphasize the use of hands, elbows and elbows for massage. helps the body relax pain relief and treat various diseases
Swedish massage has many forms such as reflexology massage, muscle relaxation massage. Massage stimulates blood circulation, etc.
Indian massage
Indian massage is a massage that has a history of more than 5,000 years, believed to have originated in ancient India. Indian massage is the science of acupressure massage. Emphasis on acupressure points according to meridians and muscles to stimulate the circulation of blood and qi helps the body relax pain relief and treat various diseases
There are many forms of Indian massage such as Ayurveda massage, Chiropractic massage, Pachi massage, etc.
Thai massage and the belief in the four elements
Thai massage is a pressure point massage that believes that human beings have the four elements in their bodies: earth, water, wind and fire. Thai massage therefore aims to balance the 4 elements, helping the body to be strong and healthy.
The earth element is like muscles, bones and teeth.
The water element is like blood, lymph, and water in the body.
The wind element is like breath.
The fire element is like heat in the body.
Thai massage culture
Thai massage is a massage culture that has played an important role in Thai society for a long time. Originally, Thai massage was a massage science that was mainly used to treat diseases. but nowadays Thai massage has become an increasingly popular health and beauty massage.
In Thai society, Thai massage is considered a personal service that brings relaxation and happiness to the recipient. Thai masseuses must have expertise and skills in massage as well. In addition, Thai masseuses must also have knowledge of Thai massage culture. To build confidence and trust for the recipients of the massage.
Benefits of Massage
Massage has many health benefits. both physically and mentally as follows:
Helps the body relax pain relief
Stimulate blood circulation
