Many preconceived ideas circulate around Thai massage, so let's take stock of what Nuad Bo'Rarn Thai massage is and what it is not.
The traditional Thai massage Nuad Bo'Rarn is a massage practiced naked
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The Nuad Bo'Rarn Thai massage is a traditional massage practiced fully clothed.
The recipient and donor should be dressed in soft clothing that allows for ample movement.
Similarly, Luk Pra Kob massage (warm Thai herbal compress massage) is also performed with clothes on.
Traditional Thai massage Nuad Bo'Rarn is an oil massage
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It is necessary to differentiate the traditional Thai massage from the Thai oil massage .
The first, the traditional Thai massage Nuad Bo'Rarn , is carried out on the floor, on a tatami mat, with loose clothing and uses techniques aimed at stimulating the acupressure points located on the energy lines. The goal is to release muscular tension, restart circulation (blood, lymphatic, energy), and restore general body-mind balance, thus delivering relaxation, well-being and general energy.
The second, the Nuad Naam Man Thai oil massage , is generally performed on a table, naked, and uses aromatic oils allowing gentle movements. There is a slight use of techniques from Thai massage, but the pressures are rather gliding and light. The goal is to provide an experience of relaxation and well-being.
All massage parlors in Thailand offer Thai massage and therefore Nuad Bo'Rarn
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Nuad Bo'Rarn Thai massage is an ancient practice which was transmitted within Buddhist temples and in the family environment. This is a massage performed clothed.
The Thai oil massage is Nuad Naam Man.
The hot herbal compress massage is Luk Pra Kob.
The wooden hammer massage is Tok Sen.
Nuad Bo'Rarn is also called Nuad Thai but tends to unify its name under Nuad Bo'RArn. Bo'Rarn meaning "old" or "traditional".
Be careful, in Thailand, masseurs are not necessarily certified in Nuad Bo'Rarn.
Nuad Bo'Rarn is taught in certified massage schools recognized by the Thai Ministry of Health and the Thai Ministry of Education.
It is therefore important, when you receive a Thai massage, to check that the practitioners are well trained according to the criteria established by these ministries.
Thai massage is a massage involving a sexual gesture
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Whether it is the traditional Nuad Bo'Rarn massage or the Nuad Naam Man Thai oil massage , there should be no sexual acts or touching.
The Nuad Bo'Rarn massage has been classified as a UNESCO world heritage site. This guarantees me to get a real traditional massage
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False if we rely solely on seeing “Nuad Bo’Rarn” on the front. It is indeed essential to check which door you are pushing.
Many associations have been created in recent years to promote authentic massages and cut this negative image linked to sexual massages.
Among them :
World Association of Nuad Thai and Spa (Switzerland)
Federation of Spa & Wellness Association (Thailand)
