The Complete Book of Thai Massage the Healing Prana: Fifth Edition Paperback – June 11, 2025

Dr. Sudhee Sudasna, M.D., the renowned orthopedic surgeon has praised this book-to be the most complete and educative English language textbook of Thai massage ever published...The Fifth Edition is the sacred book with complete data from ancient sources, combined with modern medical studies in Thai massage, and real life practice from massage healers throughout Thailand. The hands on chapter 16 presents detailed illustrations step-by-step foundation of Thai massage, along with anatomy charts, and cautionary notes for safety. With regard to Sen Sib theory which is the essential concept to Thai traditional medicine wisdom, this book posts Sen Sib lines along with massage positions. The book contains 770 images.This edition expands with practice part in chapter 17 to include Yogi Exercise or Lue Sri Dadton with ancient drawing for self-healing. The book provides self-massage and exercise to enhance wellness to different parts of the body. It goes beyond with the most joy in Herbal Ball massage application. All what anyone needs to benefits from-Thai massage in this One book.The Complete Book of Thai Massage the Healing Prana: Fifth Editionpresents to the seekers with thirst of knowledge, the ancient wisdom that goes beyond our time. It covers thoroughly research for core theory of what Thai massage really is. How the Thai people around Thailand apply this sacred knowledge to actual massage, not just in the massage parlors but also in the massage schools, in medical schools and in hospitals. The healing art that has been handed down from their ancestors to present time is to awaken Prana in us. Dr. Aatit Paungmali, Ph.D., PT an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at Chiang Mai University acknowledged that this book contains a holistic approach of art and sciences, mind-body and spirit with respect to safety and quality of applications...Looking at the Table of Contents one will find the wealth of knowledge completely satisfied to the mind of theory seekers in chapters 1-15 and will fulfill the hearts of the Thai massage practitioners herein chapters 16-17. May you find peace and joy in your soul from the book you are holding in your hands.“This is the most complete and educative English language textbook of Thai massage ever published… As a surgeon in the practice of orthopedics and physical therapy for 40 years, the sections that most interest me are the correlation of the usage of Thai massage to the body systems of modern medicine and the emphasis on contraindications and cautions in applying Thai massage…”(Excerpts from foreword)Dr. Sudhee Sudasna, M.D.“The amazing–valuable comprehensive Thai massage book that systemically explains ‘Thai Massage’ logically. The book also comprises of the research evidence related to Thai massage, the glimpses of the Thai ancient local wisdom and theory on Prana–the life force, its pathways in relation to human anatomy and hands on remedy to release blockages by Thai massage–a holistic approach of art and sciences, mind-body and spirit with respect to safety and quality of applications”Dr. Aatit Paungmali, Ph.D., PTVice-Dean, Associate Professor Physical Therapy, Chiang Mai University“… another committed text on the practice of Thai massage The continual review and improvement to the finer detail in the text communicates integrity in the teaching product whilst maintaining the passion and soul of the art of Thai massage”Tricia Hughes, BA (SocSci), DipHRManagement, MAICD, CSA (cert)Former CEO: MMR (AAMT) AustraliaThai Massage Book Press makes a monthly donation to improve the life quality of some disadvantaged persons.Thai Massage the Thai Way: in Theory and Practice: 1st Ed.(2005)Thai Massage the Thai Way: Healing Body and Mind: 2nd Ed.(2007)Ancient Thai Massage Healing with Life Force: 3rd Ed.(2012)Ancient Thai Massage Healing with Prana: 4th Ed.(2016) Read more