Nuad - Traditional Thai Massage

Unsurpassed: the classic form of Thai massage.

Nuad Thai activates the energy systems of the body. Positions from yoga are incorporated in a special technique, which is a mixture of stretching exercises, gentle joint manipulation, acupressure and reflexology treatment.

The patient is massaged on the floor without oil, in comfortable, lightweight clothing. The special effect lies in the alternation of tension and relaxation, conscious breathing and the activation of energy lines. The interaction of calm and flowing movements creates a state of deep relaxation and regeneration. Nuad Thai harmonizes the body’s functions and provides mental and physical well-being.

The foundation of Thai massage is the Ayurvedic system of 72,000 lines of energy (nadis) of which ten are important in Thai massage (sen sip - สิบ เส้น). Energy points on these lines, called marma points (corresponding to Japanese Shiatsu acupressure points), are used to release vital energy (prana) according to Aryurvedic teaching. Prana is fed into the body through breathing, and deep breathing is used in the extended positions of Thai massage to bring oxygen to the muscles of oxygen. Intense pressure massage also causes increased respiration. Deep breathing promotes relaxation and regeneration, increasing prana.

In the teachings of Thai massage, the pressure corresponds to certain marma points and energy lines relieving the following:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Tinnitus
• Insomnia
• Shock
• Cough
• Knee pain
• Back pain