A Thai massage costs $90 to $170 on average for a 90-minute session. Adding a hot herbal ball compress to complement the massage increases the cost by $5 to $20. A Thai foot massage costs $30 to $40 per half hour and focuses on the feet and legs only. Like other types of massage therapy, many Thai massage practitioners offer discounted rates when purchasing multiple sessions at once.

While a traditional Thai yoga massage lasts about 90 minutes, most therapists also offer customized shorter or longer sessions.

• A 30-minute Thai massage costs $40 to $60.
• A 60-minute Thai massage costs $65 to $120.
• A 120-minute Thai massage costs $140 to $200+.

A Thai massage, or Thai yoga massage, is a full-body massage traditionally done on a mat on the floor, with the client fully clothed. The therapist uses a combination of gentle compression, acupressure, and moving your body through a series of yoga-like stretches. Research shows Thai massage can reduce stress, boost energy, relieve tension, promote circulation, and improve range of motion.

Thai massage techniques originated in Thailand over 2,000 years ago. Today, many therapists offer traditional Thai yoga massage, or a combination of Thai and Swedish massage to get the best of both worlds. Some facilities offer "Table Thai", using a table wide enough to hold both you and the therapist, ideal for those who have difficulty getting down to and up from the floor.

For a Thai massage, wear comfortable clothing like a t-shirt and shorts, yoga pants, or sweatpants. Thai massage involves a lot of movement and stretching, so wearing clothing that stretches easily, similar to what you might wear to a yoga or exercise class, works best.

A modified Thai massage is safe for most healthy pregnancies. The therapist uses light pressure and avoids deep compression or twisting of the upper body. Most therapists recommend massage only in the second or third trimester due to the higher risk of miscarriage during the first trimester. Always discuss with your doctor first to confirm massage therapy is safe for you.

When searching for Thai massage therapy near you, be sure to:

• Choose a therapist or company that has been in business at least 5 years and is licensed and insured.
• Check their credentials and licensing information. Most states have an online database where you can search for a massage therapist's license and status.
• If your state does not require a massage therapy license, look for a therapist who has at least 500 hours of training from a reputable massage therapy program, and is certified in Thai massage.
• Look for members of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) or the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
• Check out their profile and reviews on Thervo and Google.

Asking the right questions can help you choose the best Thai massage therapy service:

• Are you licensed and insured?
• What training and certifications do you have?
• How long have you been a massage therapist?
• How long have you been doing Thai massage?
• Will Thai massage help my specific problem?
• Do you offer any add-on services?
• Do you require a health questionnaire?
• Do you offer a discount if I purchase more than one session?