Massage

Nihon Kaifuku Anma or simply “anma” is the traditional Japanese method of massage. The term comes from the Japanese words “An” meaning “press” and “ma” meaning “rub.” The word Anma can also refer to the practitioners of...

Any touch is good for a baby, but infant massage is a particular set of techniques. Beyond caresses and pats, baby massage is a definite set aside time, like story time or bedtime. The best time to massage babies are...

Oriental de Phuket offers many styles of massage, including traditional Thai massage, aromatherapy, hand and foot massage, sports massage, and Indian head massage (champissage). The professional therapists are trained...

The Nirvana Massage Centre in Bangkok, Thailand caters to male and female clientele, offering spa and salon services in addition to their traditional Thai massage, oil massage, and reflexology treatments. Guests can...

The Garden Chiang Mai offers traditional Thai massage, nuat phaen boran, performed by therapists trained at certified Thai massage schools in Chiang Mai, as well as foot massage and oil massage. A traditional Thai...

With babies’ sensitive skin, using some form of massage lubricant is important for making the massage a positive experience for the infant. Since many parents already have baby oil handy in the nursery for nappy rash...

One of the best ways to find a skilled masseuse or masseur in Thailand is to ask around with native friends or your Thai hosts. Among many of the therapists trained at the prestigious Wat Po or Chiang Mai academies of...

Whether getting massage on a physician’s order or to pamper themselves with a day at the spa, one of the first benefits people notice is that getting massaged is relaxing. Simply the act of taking time out for oneself...

The instinct to rub a sore or hurt spot on our own bodies shows what a natural treatment for pain massage is. Message can manage chronic pain as well as acute, and is particularly effective with chronic low back pain...

Touch, whether it is a pat on the back or a hug, is an instinctive response to comforting a person. Given that, it should not be surprising that touch, in the form of massage therapy can be quite helpful in treating...

Massage has shown some promise for strengthening immune systems. In general, massage decreases T-cell activity and increases cytotoxic activity, both of which can help people with immune systems compromised by illnesses...

A properly administered massage improves digestion with the release of gastric juices, particularly bile which assists in the digestion of fats. Other digestive enzymes can improve the absorption of micronutrients, too...

Massage boosts circulation by physically assisting the movement of fluids through the body. Long strokes milk the muscles, pushing blood back toward the heart, which is why massage therapists generally work from the...

Start by laying a towel or blanket down on a warm surface and putting the baby on the towel on her back with her feet nearest you. When giving a massage, oil your hands, not the baby. Pour a small amount of massage oil...

Making massage a regular part of child care from the earliest point can help fathers be more involved in their baby’s care. Particularly in families where the father works during the day, most of the bonding...

While fragrances and essential oils help create a relaxing environment and add to the benefits of massage in adults, fragrances should be avoided in baby massage, particularly when massaging new-borns. Babies’ senses...

The neck and shoulders are where many people carry tension. This simple massage lets you relax them on your own. First, cross your right arm in front of you and grab your left shoulder at the base of the neck. Using...

While something as simple as a light fingertip massage of the scalp can be relaxing, the head has many pressure points that can be harnessed for a relaxing self-massage. Using firm pressure with your fingertips, rub...

Hand massage relieves the tension and soreness that can build up in people who type or otherwise use their hands all day. A hand massage can be done dry or using an oil or hand lotion. Start by shaking out your hands...

For people on their feet all day, a foot massage at the end of the day can relieve the soreness and alleviate potential podiatric problems. Best of all, you can do it yourself. Foot massage can be done with or without...