Thai massage in Berwick and Beaconsfield
An overview of Thai massage for Berwick and Beaconsfield residents, the four styles you can enquire about, and how to pick the one that suits you.
Thai massage is a bodywork tradition from Thailand that combines steady pressure along the body with stretching. Today it is practised by trained therapists in many countries, including Australia.
Outside Thailand the name covers a range of sessions, from the original dry, stretching style through to oil based and shorter options that borrow Thai techniques.
This page is an overview for people in Berwick, Beaconsfield and nearby suburbs. Yes Right Pty Ltd runs this site as an enquiry service; your request goes to a therapist working independently nearby, who then confirms the details with you.
What Thai massage usually involves
Most Thai massage has a few things in common. The therapist works slowly and rhythmically, often leaning body weight through the hands rather than squeezing with the fingers. Many sessions include assisted stretches, where the therapist moves your arms, legs or back into a position and holds it. Therapists usually ask about your health and preferred pressure first, and a professional will change the plan if something does not feel right to you.
The four styles you can enquire about
Traditional Thai. The original approach, done in loose clothing on a mat or firm table with no oil. Expect pressure work combined with a series of stretches from the feet upwards. Details are on the traditional Thai massage page.
Thai oil. A table massage with oil and long gliding strokes, often with a scented oil, and fewer stretches. You are draped with a towel throughout. See the Thai oil massage page.
Back, neck and shoulders. A shorter appointment for the upper body only, suited to people short on time or bothered mainly by tight shoulders. Read the back, neck and shoulder massage page.
Couples. Two people massaged in the same room by two therapists, each able to pick their own style and pressure. It needs more notice to arrange. The couples Thai massage page covers the practical points.
How to pick a style
Think about three things:
- whether you want to stay dressed
- how much stretching you enjoy
- how much time you have
Staying dressed with plenty of stretching points to traditional Thai. Preferring oil and a gentler feel points to the oil style. Limited time with tightness mostly around the neck points to the upper body session. If you are still unsure, choose “not sure” on the enquiry form and the therapist can suggest one after asking a few questions. For a wider view, the comparison with remedial, Swedish and deep tissue massage sets the styles side by side.
Before you enquire
Mention any pregnancy, recent injury or operation, clotting or heart condition, skin problem or regular medication, since these can rule out some techniques. Check with a GP if you are uncertain. Prices and any health fund rebate depend on the therapist and your fund, so ask about both before agreeing to a time.
Send an enquiry
Use the enquiry form to describe the style, length and times you would like. The therapist confirms style, time, price and suitability before anything is booked. All massage arranged here is professional and non-sexual.