Thai traditional massage: Issues causing possible adverse effects

Wiwanitkit, Viroj

doi:10.4103/0257-7941.171677

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“…Thai massage shops are widely used techniques and are currently accepted by the local Thai Ministry of Public Health. This local healthcare service is promoted but is not internationally accepted as a healthcare service 15 ) . The effectiveness of Thai massages has been examined in previous studies.…”

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Healthcare-seeking behavior and awareness of physical therapy among Japanese residents in Thailand: a descriptive study

et al. 2021

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This descriptive study examined healthcare-seeking behavior and awareness of physical therapy among Japanese residents of different age groups in Thailand. [Participants and Methods] The study included 145 Japanese residents in Thailand. An online questionnaire was used to collect data on the participants' sociodemographic characteristics, healthcare-seeking behavior, and awareness of physical therapy. Participants were categorized into three groups based on age, such as young adults, middle-aged adults, and older adults. The χ 2 test and Fisher's exact test were used in the data analysis.[Results] The results showed that compared with the older groups, the youngest group was more likely to visit pharmacies, physical therapy clinics, osteopathic clinics, and Thai massage shops to receive healthcare services for injuries or diseases. The participants learned about healthcare services in Thailand through word-of-mouth. Additionally, more than 50% of all participants knew about physical therapy. [Conclusion] There are some differences in health-seeking behavior and awareness of physical therapy among the groups. The youngest group visited physical therapy clinics and 50% of all participants knew about physical therapy.

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Healthcare-seeking behavior and awareness of physical therapy among Japanese residents in Thailand: a descriptive study

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“…Most published research has used CSTM protocols, which have been reported to reduce pain intensity, increase the pain pressure threshold (PPT), increase range of motion and body flexibility, and improve quality of life [ 10 , 13 , 25 ]. However, there are also published studies in which TTM has been reported to have no beneficial effects in the treatment of OS [ 26 ]. The disparity in results is potentially because of different criteria having been used to define OS, use of different TTM protocols, and variations in the skill and experience of the TTM therapists.…”

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Standardised 25-Step Traditional Thai Massage (TTM) Protocol for Treating Office Syndrome (OS)

Sucharit

Roberts

Eungpinichpong

et al. 2023

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Traditional Thai massage (TTM) is a unique form of whole body massage practiced to promote health and well-being in Thailand since ancient times. The goal of the present study was to create a standardised TTM protocol to treat office syndrome (OS) diagnosed based on the identification of the palpation of at least one so-called myofascial trigger point (MTrP) in the upper trapezius muscle. The new 90 min TTM protocol, which was developed following appropriate review of the literature and in consultation with relevant experts, has 25 distinct steps (20 pressing steps, 2 artery occlusion steps, and 3 stretching steps). Eleven TTM therapists treated three patients each using the new 90 min TTM protocol. All of the therapists reported scores greater than 80% in respect to their satisfaction and confidence to deliver the protocol, and all of the patients gave the treatment a satisfaction score of greater than 80%. The treatment produced a significant reduction in pain intensity measured on a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), with minimum and maximum values of 0 and 10 cm, of 2.33 cm (95% CI (1.76, 2.89 cm), p < 0.001) and significant increase in pain pressure threshold (PPT) of 0.37 kg/cm2 (95% CI (0.10, 0.64 kg/cm2), p < 0.05). The protocol was revised based on the feedback and the results obtained, and the new standardised TTM protocol will be applied in a randomised control trial (RCT) to compare the efficacy of TTM and conventional physical therapy (PT) for treating OS.

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“…Burynski (2010) wrote a thorough article on the history and techniques of Thai massage, and how it can be a lucrative addition to a Western massage therapy practice (Burynski, 2018). While Wiwanitkit (2015) studied the possible adverse side effects from Thai massage after a person had a heart attack while receiving a Thai massage. Wiwanitkit concluded the issue needs further study, and there needs to be standardization in the practice of Thai massage (Wiwanitkit, 2015).…”

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“…While Wiwanitkit (2015) studied the possible adverse side effects from Thai massage after a person had a heart attack while receiving a Thai massage. Wiwanitkit concluded the issue needs further study, and there needs to be standardization in the practice of Thai massage (Wiwanitkit, 2015).…”

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The popularity and the localization of Muay Thai in California, USA

Sorrells

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Muay Thai as the traditional martial art of the Thai people. In the last few decades, Muay Thai has spread throughout the world. The International Federation of Muay Thai Amateurs (IFMA), based in Bangkok, boasts 130 member countries. One of the places Muay Thai spread to and became popularized is California, USA. This paper is an ethnographic study of the phenomenon of how the Thai martial art of Muay Thai has been popularized and localized in California. I did field work at Muay Thai gyms in California and Thailand where I observed the different traditions, practices, and training methodologies. I analyzed Google Trends search data and statistics from the US Muay Thai Federation (USMF) and International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) to determine the popularity of Muay Thai, MMA and other martial arts in California. The results of this study show the popularity of Muay Thai in California started with the beginning of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in 1993. The UFC featured several different martial arts styles, including Muay Thai, and led to the phenomenon of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). As Muay Thai gained popularity in California it was localized by entrepreneurs to adapt to the tastes of Californians. The main aspects of traditional Muay Thai that were localized in California are: competition rules, the lack of gambling, the deletion of the Wai Kru, pedagogical methods, kids Muay Thai classes, the band system of promotions, Muay Thai for fitness, and the teaching of other martial arts at Muay Thai gyms. Interest in Muay Thai has exploded internationally. The inclusion of Muay Thai as a demonstration sport in the 2020 Olympics is sure to increase attention to the sport. Recommendations for further study are to analyze these trends in popularity, as well as international promotions offering Muay Thai fights, such as One Championship, to ensure what they are calling Muay Thai holds true to the image that Thailand wants to promote for the sport. The internationalization of Muay Thai should be carefully studied by stakeholders in Thailand to ensure the country benefits from the popularity of their traditional sport, and the cultural tradition of Muay Thai is preserved.

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Thai traditional massage: Issues causing possible adverse effects

Cited by 4 publications

References 5 publications

Healthcare-seeking behavior and awareness of physical therapy among Japanese residents in Thailand: a descriptive study

Healthcare-seeking behavior and awareness of physical therapy among Japanese residents in Thailand: a descriptive study

Standardised 25-Step Traditional Thai Massage (TTM) Protocol for Treating Office Syndrome (OS)

The popularity and the localization of Muay Thai in California, USA

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