Thai Massage has been added to UNESCO’s prestigious “Culture Heritage list!” which means that this massage technique has to be preserved and passed on to the next generations with care.
How did it originate? How did this massage technique become so famous?
Traditional Thai massage is an ancient healing system which has evolved over 5000 years. It is a yogic combination of acupressure, energy balancing techniques and Principles from Indian Ayurveda. This is assisted by a few postures from Yoga.
The Father of Thai Massage is an Ayurvedic doctor named Jivaka Kumar Bhacca. He is known as the Father of Medicines in Thailand even till today! Jivaka was from the times of Buddha and is said to have treated Buddha himself.
Thai massage’s goal is to stimulate and allow the free flow of life-force in the body by releasing the blockages which have occurred in the pathways throughout our body.
Given the current generation, and the stressful life-style people are leading, these techniques are very important to beat our bodies into shape and stay rejuvenated!
Hence, over the past decade, Thailand massage has spread West-wards as-well. And presently has also been fusioned with some other techniques to reap a wider spectrum of benefits.
However, Old Is Gold! Traditional Thai massage uses hands, elbows, knees to apply pressure on one’s body. In some types of Thai massage techniques, props are also used. One among them is the infamous Herbal Ball Compression Technique.
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The Thai Herbal Ball Compress Technique:
Herbal Compress treatment goes way back to the age-old knowledge of healing oneself through herbs. This technique is referred to by many names, such as Herbal Ball Compress Massage, Hot Herbal Ball Massage, or Herbal Stem Massage.
This herbal therapy was formulated to relieve you from any kind of pain and inflammation. home of the best medicinal Herbs like ginger, turmeric and lemongrass, are wrapped in a thin sterile muslin cloth, steamed and gently massaged to the body in gentle pressing, circular and rolling movements.
In Thai, the herbal compress massage is called the “luk pra kob”, literally meaning “herbal pressing sphere.” To make this, a combination of the medicinal herbs is tied together in as per the scriptured instructions, steamed and placed directly on the skin to relieve the muscles off the pain and inflammation.
According to historians, this unique technique is said to have been migrated around 200BC, to Thailand when the Monks from India travelled here in order to establish Buddhist Monasteries and spread Buddhism. Some also believe it originated from rural folk medicine and was passed on by the word of mouth or through secret scripts from the teacher to their students.
Nowadays, massage packages are being made with a combination of different massaging techniques to give maximum benefits to the customers. It’s offered throughout Thailand and has also moved to the West!
Massaging parlours are scattered across places like the beach, in the temple premises and also in high-end spas.
Pattaya, the Hot-Spot for all tourist entertainment is aptly called the Resort City of Thailand. And one of the main attractions here is the provision of Thailand massage parlours.
There are a variety of Thai Massage packages available across massage parlours in Pattaya
We have stated some of the best and well known traditional Thai Massage parlours below which offers you superlative experience in Traditional Herbal Hot Compress Massage and also some customised packages which include other massage techniques along with Herbal Compress Massage.
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1. Releaf Spa:
Services offered:
- Spa Treatment: Thai Herbal Compress for a duration of 90 min at 1,450 THB (approx. 3,300 Rupees)
- Spa Package: Thai Touch comprising Thai Herbal Compress along with Aromatherapy massage for a duration of 120 min at 2,650 THB (approx. 6,000 Rupees)
Address: 464/43 Moo 9, Pattaya Sai Song, Muang Pattaya, Bang Lamung, Chonburi 20150
Timings: 12:00 PM – 23:00 PM (Thai Time)
Contact: 061-774-5596 and 038-119-569
2. Coran:
Traditional Massages:
- Herbal Ball Combination with Aromatherapy Massage for 120 min at 1,650 THB (approx. 3,700 Rupees)
- Herbal Ball Combination with Traditional Thai Massage for 120 min at 1,200 THB (approx. 2,700 Rupees)
- Herbal Ball Combination Massage for 60 min at 800 THB (approx. 1,800 Rupees)
Ayurvedic Treatments:
(i) Cure of Ayurveda version 4 – for a duration of 240 min at 3,500 THB (approx. 8,000 Rupees)
- Head massage for 50 min
- Ayurveda Blended Turmeric & Tamarind Body Scrub 30 min
- Shower 10 min + Tea Break (Cake & Herbal Tea)
- Full Body Massage 60 min
- Herbal Ball Compress Massage 30 min
- Facial Treatment 60 min
(ii) Cure of Ayurveda version 3 – for a duration of 180 min at 3,000 THB (approx. 6,800 Rupees)
- Head massage for 50 min
- Ayurveda Blended Turmeric & Tamarind Body Scrub 30 min
- Shower 10 min
- Full Body Massage 60 min
- Herbal Ball Compress Massage 30 min
Facial & Body Combination Luxury Packages:
Herbs – for a duration of 180 min at 3,000 THB (approx. 6,800 Rupees)
- Herb Body Scrub for 30 min
- Shower + Full Body Massage + Herbal Ball Compress for 90 min
- Facial treatment for 60 min
Morning Luxury Moment:
Services offered: Body Natural Treatment Spa & Lunch – for a duration of 150 min at 2,400 THB (approx. 5,400 Rupees); Check-in time: 10:30am to 12pm (Thai time)
- Herb Body Scrub 30 min
- Shower + Aromatherapy body massage + Herbal Ball Compress Massage 90 min
- Lunch 30 min
Address: 291/4 Soi Na Kluea 16, Tambon Na Kluea, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chonburi 20150
Timings: 10 am – 9 pm (Thai Time)
Contact: +66-38-225-299 and +66-83-073-0161
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3. Let’s Relax Spa:
Services offered:
Treatments: Four Hands Thai Massage with Herbal Compress Massage for a duration of 120 min at 2,200 THB (approx. 5,000 Rupees)
Heavenly Relax – for a duration of 165 min at 1,600 THB (approx. 3,600 Rupees)
- Foot Reflexology for 45 min
- Thai massage with Herbal Ball Compress Massage for 120 min
Simply Thai – for a duration of 150 min at 1,800 THB (approx. 4,000 Rupees)
- Thai Herbal steam for 30 min
- Thai massage with Hot Herbal Compress Massage for 120 min
Address:
(I) Pattaya North: Eastern Affinity – Dolphin Circle, Dusit Thani Pattaya, Terminal 21 Pattaya, Holiday Inn Pattaya, Mercure Pattaya, Ibis Pattaya, Amari Ocean Pattaya
Contact – +66 3848 8591
(ii) Pattaya Beachfront: Seascape Serenity – Pattaya Beach, Royal Garden Plaza, Rama 9 Sailboat Commemoration
Contact – +66 33 641 149
(iii) Pattaya Terminal21-Grande Centre Point: Journey of Discovery – Terminal21 Pattaya, Grande Centre Point Pattaya, Pattaya North
Contact: +66 3325 2329
(iv) Pattaya Terminal 21 Face Care by Let’s Relax – Journey of Discovery – Terminal21 Pattaya, Grande Centre Point Pattaya, Pattaya North
Contact: +66 3325 2329
Timings: 10 am – 9 pm (Thai Time)
4. 7 Spa Luxury:
Services offered:
(i) Health and Wellness Collection:
- Harmony of Health – The Signature Program for a duration of 150 min at 2,750 THB (approx. 6,200 Rupees. Comprising – Ancient Healing techniques with Traditional Thai Herbs
- Healing Power of Herbs – for a duration of 120 min at 2,090 THB (approx. 4,700 Rupees). Comprising – full body massage with the composition of Herbal Compress using a unique mixture of herbs, flowers, roots and fruits.
(ii) Water life collection; Thalassotherapy:
- Healthy Back – for the duration of 150 min at 2,750 THB (approx. 6,200 Rupees). Comprising – Seaweed Jacuzzi, Sauna and Hot Compression massage technique with hot lemongrass and Kaffir Lime compresses, herbal balm and tropical fruits
- Healthy Joints – for a duration of 150 min at 2,750 THB (approx. 6,200 Rupees). Comprising – Seawater Jacuzzi, Sauna and Hot Compression massage technique with ginger and turmeric
- Healthy Legs – for a duration of 150 min at 2,750 THB (approx. 6,200 Rupees). Comprising – Seawater Jacuzzi, Sauna and Hot Compression massage technique with Asian Garlic
Address: 7/3 Thappraya St., Soi 10, Pattaya
Timings: 10 am – 10 pm (Thai Time)
Contact: 085-234-7777, 038-252-777 or + (6681) 928-80-27
5. Silando spa:
Services offered:
(i) 2 Hours packages:
- Siladon Unwind – at 2,500 THB (approx. 5,700 Rupees). Comprising – Herbal Ball Compression and Aroma Oil Massage
(ii) 3 Hours packages:
- Siladon Indulge – at 3.300 THB (approx. 7,500 Rupees). Comprising – Foot Massage, Herbal Ball Compression Massage and Aroma Oil Massage
- Siladon Delight – at 3,700 THB (approx. 8,400 Rupees). Comprises – Body Scrub, Herbal Ball Compress Massage and Aroma Oil Massage
(iii) 4 Hours packages:
- Siladon Voyage – at 4,300 THB (approx. 9,800 Rupees). Comprises – Foot Massage, Body Scrub, Herbal Ball Compression Massage and Aroma Oil Massage.
(iv) 5 Hours packages:
- Siladon Bliss – at 5,500 THB (approx. 12,500 Rupees). Comprises – Foot Massage, Body Scrub, Herbal Ball Compression Massage, Aroma Oil Massage and Spa Facial
Address: Siladon Spa Pattaya: 285/52 Moo 5, Naklua 16, Naklua, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri, 20150
Timings: 10 am – 10 pm (Thai Time)
Contact: +66 38 225 268
Final Thoughts:
Not only does Thailand Massage rejuvenate our body but also helps in treating body conditions like Arthritis, Bodily pains or any other ailments if taken as a course of treatments. It is very essential to our body given the current lifestyle we lead.
So, do not miss to experience one of Thailand’s revered culture – Thailand Body Massage!
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