Phuket Massage Treatments

Traditional Thai Massage is an old art of healing that originated as a spiritual practice taken from the teachings of Buddha, this practice was originally taught and practiced only in temples.

Thai massage derives it's roots from ancient India, these ancient massage techniques gained popularity for the abilities to relieve ailments such as backache, headaches, nervous tension and fever.

Unlike a Western massage a Thai massage doesn't involve using oils.
Instead they work on pressure points and stretching techniques to increase flexibility, relieve muscle and joint tension and to balance the body's energy systems.

Some people find that the Thai massage is at times painful, if you find the pressure or stretching to uncomfortable tell the masseuse to stop or ease up.

Our first experience of a Thai massage was 25 years ago on our first visit to Phuket, the masseuse uses their thumbs, arms, elbows, knees and feet.

So expect her to climb all over your body and to even walk on your back.

If you are after a relaxing Phuket massage it maybe better to try a different type of massage.

Reflexology is a very relaxing massage and my favourites.

This type of massage works on pressure points that targets specific nerves.

Mainly on the feet, but also on the ears and hands which corresponds to every organ and nerve throughout the body to promote good health.

A common massage treatment in Phuket is the Swedish massage.

By using a technique of long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, vibration and shaking motions that apply pressure between the muscles and the bones, rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart.

A Swedish massage is both, relaxing and invigorating and it feels good.

It increases oxygen flow in the blood and releases toxins from the muscles.

An oil massage in Phuket can be extremely relaxing.

It is similar to the traditional Thai massage combined with aromatherapy.
An oil massage is more relaxing and less painful.

If you would like your skin to feel as rejuvenated as your body, try an aloe vera massage in Phuket.

It is similar to an oil massage but much better for your skin.

We paid 500 baht for an aloe vera massage on the beach.

They use real aloe vera plants and scoop the gel out with a spoon. Try it your skin will feel great for days.

Fish spa's have been around for sometime now, and can be easily found in Phuket.

Believe me it's a weird sensation, but after just one treatment my feet were so clean, no dead skin. 

I do wonder how hygienic this is, same fish, same water, thousands of feet!  Read more about them here