Wat Po Traditional Massage

WatPho is popularly known as the Temple of The Reclining Buddha, as being name as Thailand's the first open university under the King patronage. Many fields of knowledge and technology for those days were gathered here : for example, history of the country and the mornachy, religion, literature, arts, culture, medical science, physical therapy and pharmacopeia.

The Wat Po Thai Traditional Medical and Massage School (Wat Po TTM) was established in 1955 under controlled of Thai Ministry of Education. From the beginning, WatPo TTm offers 4 basic courses of Thai Traditional medicine which are Traditional pharmacy, Traditional medical treatment, Traditional midwifery and Traditional massage. During the past five decades, a large number of Thais and foreigners have completed our courses and employed in health-related, massage and spa businesses all over the world. Treatments such as thai massage and foot massage offered at WatPo massage pavilion are the most famous treatments in Thailand.

In 2004, WatPo TTM launched 2 new branches in Nonthaburi province called Chetawan Traditional massage school (ChaengWatthana) and in Chiangmai province called Chetawan Traditional massage school(Chiangmai). Both schools provide massage educations and treatments under controlled of Wat Po TTM as same as in the headquarter: Chetawan Traditional massage school.
In 2007, the newest School with the most complete service for students and clients are estabished in NakornPrathom province. It is the largest school and traditional clinic of Wat Po association. We also have a hostel for student and factories for the herbal product. It is called “ Chetawan Health School" The school is offered the complete education and service in the massage field and spa treatment fields, from the basic level upto the professional level , for both Thai and international students. The location of the school is just south of Bangkok ( 30 minutes from Wat po school). There are many school and university around the area. You can reach the school easier by the school’ pickup service or by bus to Mahidol university.

The school’s address is 87 Mhu 1 Salaya-Nakornchaisri Rd. T.Mahasawat, A.Putthamonthon, Nakornprathom Province, Tel (+66)34-365-001 To 4. Student can stay inside the school and experience a local custom and tradition on every Sunday’s field trip to many interesting places around the area as well.

Where to go for a Thai Massage

Spas and salons offering traditional Thai massage are as common in Bangkok as fruit vendors and dance remixes of 'My Humps'. Finding a location is not difficult, though discovering a high quality place that suits your particular fancy sometimes requires a bit of guidance. Many of the city's fine hotels these days sport their own lavish in-house spas too, where you'd be able to enjoy a wide range of spa and massage treatments. Also have a look at the advertisers on this page who are offering some great specials.
Frequently perceived as indulgent and intended only for those accustomed to luxury, traditional Thai massage manages to disprove this preconception, performing bodywork in order to promote health. A vast majority of individuals experience stress and tension on a regular basis, and what better way to escape pressure from everyday life than to take pleasure in one of Thailand's most illustrious forms of healing and rejuvenation?

Foot Massage

Nearly as common as the body massage, Thai foot massage options appear almost everywhere the former is available. Though the title implies only feet are tended to, in actuality legs, lower thighs, hands and forearms also receive attention during a traditional Thai foot massage. After cleansing, the feet are anointed with a skin lotion or oil and reflex points are stimulated with fingers and occasionally a small wooden stick. Force is applied tenderly and precisely to specific nerve endings at the bottom of the feet. Each part of the foot is reputably linked to another, often distant part of the body, with influence extending to vital organs as well as muscles.
Pressing at the base of the second toe is thought to rouse the nerve controlling the lungs and bronchial system, while drawing a knuckle along the instep eases pain in the spine and promotes better posture. Thai foot massage ensures that feet and legs are lavished with the consideration and attentiveness they deserve. They are the pillars of the human body, after all.

Facial Massage

Another variation to the Thai massage is a facial massage treatment. Just like any other form of massage, facial massage relieves tension, promotes relaxation and restores energy to the face and body by increasing circulation. During sleep, circulation is decreased in the body, meaning less blood flow to the face which results in puffiness and a drained complexion. Facial massage stimulates blood flow in facial tissue, restoring a healthy glow and maintaining a firm and smooth appearance.
Thai facial therapy uses gentle, circular strokes along differing regions of the head, face, and neck. Finger movement is always in an upward motion and, when performed regularly, keeps skin appearing tight and youthful. The forehead and nose are targeted to reduce the appearance of horizontal lines and the nostril area receives focused rubbing to unclog pores and reduce blemishes. Mouth and cheeks receive wider, sweeping strokes to prevent wrinkles and the sagging of facial muscles, while the chin and neck are targeted to promote muscle tone. The gestures aimed at the neck area are often performed in order to thwart the vile and loathsome double chin. With gentle fingers gliding over closed eyes, Thai facial massage makes relaxation virtually inevitable and couples the experience with improvements in skin texture and appearance.

Aromatherapy & Oil Massage

Though the standard technique varies little, there are a few sub-styles within the traditional Thai massage context. Some practices include the external application of water, lubricants, salt scrubs and other topical preparations and devices that mimic or improve the actions of hands. Essential oils are a common supplement to Thai massage, and incorporating aspects of aromatherapy in conjunction may provide further benefits.
Many establishments in Bangkok offer aromatherapy separately or as an addition intended to enhance another style of massage. An aromatherapy massage is a treatment involving oils that are naturally extracted from plants to balance, harmonize, and promote the health of body and mind. Distinct fragrances are thought to trigger memory and enhance an individual's responses to the aroma; perhaps calming, inducing relaxation, or restoring energy. The oils used in each session are usually determined with input from both the masseur and client, seeking to remedy specific needs. Several oils are decided upon after a consultation and blended into a massage oil to be used during the treatment.