Therapists use their thumbs, palms, and knuckles to apply firm, steady pressure to specific points along meridians.
Japanese Shiatsu , which translates to "finger pressure," evolved from Chinese traditional medicine and focuses on balancing the body’s internal energy (Qi). While Thai massage is active and moving, Shiatsu is often more static and grounding. Therapists use their thumbs, palms, and knuckles to
The practice emphasizes deep, rhythmic breathing and steady holds to calm the nervous system. Thai vs. Japanese Massage: Key Differences Therapists use their thumbs
Similar to acupuncture but without needles, it aims to harmonize energy by stimulating "tsubo" (pressure points). and knuckles to apply firm