What is the difference between a Thai massage and a Shiatsu massage?

[Cato U]

I understand that one is from Thailand and one is from Japan, but what are the essential differences? And which one will be better for removing tension from my upper back and neck?

 

[wc206003]

tie is walking on the spleen and shiatzu is deep pressure points

 

[Halema]

While both types of massage are done on a mat lying on the floor, Shiatsu works the meridian points through accupressure. Thai works the body through yoga poses. Like art, everyone has their preferences. You really must try them ALL out to determine which massage is the most beneficial to you. There are over 250 different types of body work, all of which claim to relieve stress and tension everywhere.

Happy hunting!

 

[mr.answerman]

About 20 bucks

 

[marief2rnurse]

Thai massage feels really good, you can fall asleep while you get a full body one. I was just in Thailand and got 3 massages while I was there, how I wish I lived there! I would get one every day. I had problems with my leg aching a lot, it felt as if I had dislocated it, well not that bad but it disappeared after the massage.

Shiatsu, you would be sore afterwards and may need a pain reliever.