Benefits to Spa centre and Massage parlour owners:

• This is a new and exotic service, which is still very rare in Bulgaria.
• One off investment is needed without the sale of any products and consumables; the only products used are massage oils or essential oils for the face, making the return on investment very quick.
• Synchronisation with the most current practices in SPA centres worldwide, according to which the future of the industry lies with the Eastern therapies.

Benefits to the therapist:

Thai massage is a highly effective method for both relaxation and therapy. The type of techniques used (with thumbs, hands, elbows, feet and knees) and the rhythm with which they are applied, as well as the constant change of position of the masseur mean that there isn’t overuse of the same muscle groups and joints (underarms, waist, knees). This method relies mainly on the bodyweight of the practitioner for the application of pressure, thereby preserving their energy and strength. At the same time the effect of the massage is very deep.

Benefits to the client:

Thai Massage treats all muscle groups and the joints system. Also used are different stretching positions which add to and maximise the effect of the massage. According to traditional Thai medicine working on the ten main energy channels Sen Sib has a physical and mental effect. The massage is conducted with clothing (of light material) to prevent any potential discomfort for members of the opposite sex.

Holistic benefits

• Healthcare
  Thai massage maintains the good health of the person being massaged. It is an ancient instrument used in the battle with common health conditions; it improves the mobility of the body and strengthens the physiological systems. Thai massage also influences longevity by strengthening the immune system and balancing the energy levels.
• Prophylactics
  The techniques of Thai Massage prepare the body for the prevention of aches and pains resulting from lying in the same position for prolonged periods of time; muscle weaknesses, headaches, menstrual pains, constipation, upset stomach and many other conditions.
• Healing
  Thai Massage can also reduce pain, affect strains and infections on muscles, ligaments and joints, as well as reducing joint stiffness, increasing muscle strength and improving mobility.
• Rehabilitation
  Thai massage is used as a means of stimulating paralysed muscles by improving the conductivity of the nerve impulses and conserving muscle strength.

Benefits to the body, mind and spirit

BODY

Applying Thai Massage through direct pressure on the muscles on the whole body together with stretching, which helps the stimulation of the musculoskeletal system (including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and lymphatic system) is beneficial to all physiological systems.

Benefits to the five physiological systems:

• 1. Cardiovascular and lymphatic systems:
  Improves the circulation, slows down the heart rate, increases the local temperature of the areas being massaged, strengthens the lymphatic circulation and reduces swelling.
• 2. Musculoskeletal systems:
  Improves the muscular work and effectiveness, relieves muscular tension, removes toxins from the muscle mass, relaxes the tendons and increases their elasticity, strengthens flexibility and the mobility of the joints, reduces stiffness.
• 3. Nervous System:
  Stimulates and improves the activity of the nerves and their sensitivity by reducing the sensation of pain; increases the sensitivity of the skin and improves the function of the internal organs, such as stomach, intestines, etc.
• 4. Respiratory System:
  Improves the depth of breathing.
• 5. Digestive System:
  Heightens the elasticity of the digestive tract and stomach activity, prevents and relieves stomach upsets.

MIND

The most well known effect of the Thai Massage is that of total relaxation through the reduction of the stresses and strains caused by modern life. With more susceptive clients this highly positive effect can penetrate deeper levels of consciousness.

SOUL

As far as the spiritual benefits to the person being massaged are concerned, Thai Massage is founded on the elements of life and Sen Sib (living energy) and has a highly positive effect on the spirit as the masseur concentrates on the flow of energy during the treatment.
When pressure is applied to every point to release its energy through Sen Sib, together with the gentle and light movements during the changes in technique and combined with the synchronised breathing of the masseur and the person massaged, this harmonious union brings them close to a calm state of meditation.