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Thai Massage

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Updated December 07, 2006

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Thai massage is also called Thai yoga massage, because the therapist uses his or her hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into a series of yoga-like stretches. People who try Thai massage sometimes say it is like doing yoga without any work. Muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure are also used during Thai massage.

Click the photos for details on the Thai massage movements. These photos are displayed for informational purposes only. Thai massage requires education and training from a qualified instructor and should only be performed by a qualified Thai massage instructor.

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  1. Bridge Pose
  2. Back Press
  3. King Cobra
  4. Cobra Pose
  5. Butterfly Pose
  6. Spinal Twist in Lying Position
  7. Shoulder Stand
  8. Plough pose
  9. Fish Pose
  10. Half Locust
  11. Spinal Twist

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