Thai Massage
Maggie Myers
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Visitors to Thailand should include traditional Thai massage, also called "ancient massage" (Nuat Phaen Boran in Thai), on their things-to-do list. However, those having sensitive muscles or other medical conditions may prefer to abstain. A massage helps release blocked channels of energy' and alleviates jet lag experienced by travelers. |
| Be aware that not every place advertising massage services offer a traditional Thai massage. Massages in Bangkok come in many variations, ranging from traditional massage to the "modern" or "physical" massages with lots of soap suds and seductive body contact. They also range from joint-breaking pulls and pushes to gentle muscle kneading. According to Thai massage aficionados, blind masseurs give the best traditional massage. | |
| Wat Pho, home of the reclining Buddha, is most renowned for its traditional school of massage. If time permits, visitors may want to learn about traditional Thai massage at the Traditional Medical Practitioners Association Center (at Wat Pho) which offers a thirty-hour Thai massage course. Many hotels in Bangkok also offer traditional Thai massage services. |
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