This study compares the efficacy of the court-type traditional Thai massage (CTTM) to the Thai hermit exercise (THE) in improving the cervical range of motion (CROM) and reducing pain in the upper trapezius muscle.
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Effects of Thai Foot Massage in Diabetic Patients
Peripheral neuropathy is the most common complications of diabetic patients and leads to loss of plantar cutaneous sensation, movement perception, and body balance. Thai foot massage is an alternative therapy to improve balance, and the purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Thai foot massage on balance performance in diabetic patients with peripheral neuropathy.
Effects of Royal Thai Massage on Anatomical Relations
A clinical research study about the effects of the court-type Thai traditional massage on anatomical relations, blood flow, and skin temperature of the neck, shoulder, and arm.
Effectiveness of Thai Traditional Massage and Tamsulosin in Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
A clinical study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Thai traditional massage on lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) compared with Tamsulosin in Thai men. It was conducted on men aged 50 to 75 years old.
Using Thai Herbs in Massage and Bodywork
Magazine article "Herbal Bliss" discusses ways to incorporate Thai herbs into Thai massage and other forms of bodywork. Contains helpful information about preparing and using herbal compresses, herbal steams and herbal baths.
Thai Massage in the Early 19th Century
An overview of what is known about traditional Thai massage as it was practiced in the 18th century. The article contains several images and diagrams from early books that show treatment points and channels.
Common Thai Herbal Glossary
A glossary of common Thai herbs used in food and traditional Thai medicine, with their English, Thai and Latin names.
The Evolving Principles of Practice of Thai Bodywork
An academic paper about the study, practice and evolution of traditional Thai massage, and the results of a survey taken by a control group of members of Thai Healing Alliance.
Thai Massage & Cultural Appropriation
A practitioner's views on the ethical and culturally-sensitive practice of Thai massage by Westerners.
The Great Division: A story from Buddhist texts about the life of Jivaka
This is a translation of a story from the Mahavaga Buddhist text about the birth, life, practice and travels of Jivaka Kumarabhaccha. Many of the same stories are related in other entries of these archives, but this is an interesting account.