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In
ancient times, people had no machines to help them with their work
and
no chemical medicines or doctors to help them with their physical
problems.
They had to help
themselves and each other.
The
beginning of massage was the natural reaction to pain: one would press
on
the point in an attempt to relieve the pain. Massage was developed as
people discovered
its effectiveness in relaxation, in easing pain and
soreness,
and as an aid in the healing and prevention of illness.
Many
of the ancestors of the Thai originated in the south of China,
but were
gradually forced to move because of the pressures of war, hunger, and
disease.
As
we moved through different areas and encountered different cultures,
we
absorbed and added many new ideas and influences into our culture,
including our massage. Thai
massage has elements from the Chinese healing arts
(Acupressure, Chi),
technique from Burma, and from India comes the influence of Yoga and
Ayruveda. Today Thai massage is highly developed
and is internationally
famous as a means of relaxation
and for its effectiveness in generating
health and well-being.
We
work on tendons, ligaments, muscle
and nerves to balance the functions
of the body.
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