Science Evidence of Physiological Benefits of Thai Massage – An Ancient Healing Art
When you have aches and pains you really need a tried and tested method that can heal and alleviate your discomfort. This is the right time for you to experience the healing and relaxation of a Thai massage. There are a good number of scientific studies that show it does wonders for general pain and discomfort in your muscles and joints. Let’s look at some of the evidence offered. With all this proof of the benefits isn’t it time to book your Thai massage today? Call or text 07979 814388
So how does it all work? Well, addressing top and deeper muscle layers, Thai massage can provide immediate pain relief. But as a healing art is it also well known as a solution for your long-term physical health. For instance, pressing trigger points can free up Sen line energy flow which in turn release energy blockages. Also stretching can aid flexibility of your stiff joints. Collectively Thai massage methods offer you a complete treatment, targeting many musculoskeletal problems and promoting positive overall well-being.
Evidence of Thai Massage Physical Benefits
Physiology is the science of how body parts function. The physiological benefits of Thai yoga massage methods are well documented by scientific research. Here we will give you an overview of few of these studies which can prove the efficacy of this well tried and tested style. If you are looking for a good way of treating various physical conditions such as pain, muscle aches and joint stiffness you won’t go wrong indulging yourself and heightening your well-being in a Thai massage treatment. Text or call 07979 814388 to book your appointment today
Help With Knee Pain Osteoarthritis Discomfort
We start with the evidence of Peungsuwan P et al (2014) study. In this investigation 31 subjects (aged over 50 years of age) with a very common complaint of joint pains from knee osteoarthritis were offered 2 different types of therapy. 14 had standard physical therapy the other 13 had Thai massage. Results showed better walking improvement after 2 weeks in the group who had Thai massage treatment. This group also showed as doing better in a 6-minute walking test a year later.
Painful Shoulders Can be Aided
Next, we consider the work of Eungpinichpong et al (2012). This report tells us that scapulocostal syndrome is a painful condition affecting the shoulder. 20 clients with this, aged between 18 to 50, were randomly assigned to get either physical therapy or traditional Thai massage. The results showed that 9 x 30-minute Thai massage sessions around the shoulder blade area reduced pain, perceived muscle tension and anxiety levels. Sounds like it’s worth trying doesn’t it?
Thai Massage for Headaches
Now let’s look at 2 studies who both say Thia Massage can help with headaches. Firstly, Damapong P et al (2015) tells us 60 clients were split in 2 groups. 30 were given a 45-minute Thia massage 2 times a week for 4 weeks in total. The other 30 were offered a prescription drug. This test’s results showed the massage group had much less tension in head, neck shoulder muscles which both effect and are affected by headaches.
Also, Tiamkao S et al (2014) studied 72 people who had been having headaches for at least 3 months. 2 groups were offered either 9 Thai massage treatments over a 3-week period or sham ultrasound. Results say that headache pain for the Thai massage group decreased significantly and perceived pain while being touched was much better. This could be the holistic treatment you are looking for to solve your headache issues.
Thai Massage Help For Lower Back Pains
Petrakard P MD et al (2017) shows us evidence of a study of 120 hospital outpatients who suffered from lower back pains. 50% were randomly assigned to received either 8 x 30-minute sessions of joint mobilization techniques or traditional Thai massage 2 times a week for a maximum of 4 weeks. Joint mobilization consisted of Both active and passive mobilization of their backs, along with some stretching and hot pack therapy. Massage consisted of pressure and mobilization of points along 2 Sen energy lines that run along the lumbar (L2 to L5) spine. Also some back stretches, and traditional herbal hot packs were used. The results showed that Thai massage was effective in reducing back pain. Because traditional Thai massage can be used for chronic pain relief there are now many scientific studies showing its efficacy.
References:
Peungsuwan P et al (2014) The Effectiveness of Thai Exercise with Traditional Massage on the Pain [online] available from https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3927027/ last access 10/10/2024
Eungpinichpong W B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. et al (2012) Therapeutic effects of traditional Thai massage on pain, muscle tension and anxiety [online] available at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1360859211000702 last access 12/10/2024
Damapong P et al (2015) A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effectiveness of Court-Type Traditional Thai Massage versus Amitriptyline in Patients with Chronic Tension-Type Headache [online] available at https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/2015/930175 last access 22/10/2024
Tiamkao S et al (2014) Effects of Thai Traditional Massage on Pressure Pain Threshold and Headache Intensity [online] available at https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acm.2013.0176 last access 17/10/2024
Petrakard P MD et al (2017) The Effectiveness of Thai Massage… [online] available at https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5495387/ last access 28/10/2024