Thai Table massage is a relatively new phenomenon. Historically, Thai massage practitioners performed Traditional Thai Massage on a floor mat. Thailand had no massage tables until recent decades. But even today, most traditional Thai massage practitioners in Thailand perform the massage on the mat. Traditional Thai and Table Thai massage both utilize stretching techniques applied slowly in patterns of gentle rocking and rhythmic muscle compressions, joint mobilization, and acupressure points. Unlike Traditional Thai massage, Table Thai massage uses a standard massage table instead of a mat on the floor. But like Traditional modalities, both client and practitioner are dressed in comfortable clothing, allowing ease of movement and flexibility. Thai Table massage has become popular because it fits nicely with Western massage modalities. Functionally, a therapist can perform many basic Thai massage techniques on a table, similar to a floor mat. 

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**If you have any health concerns and are not sure if Thai Table massage is suitable for you, please consult with your doctor.