https://terathai.pl/en/blog/ Expert articles on Thai, Balinese and other Asian massage traditions — guides, health, technique comparisons. Tera Thai, Gdańsk and Gdynia. en-us Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://terathai.pl/icon-192.png https://terathai.pl/en/blog/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/lomi-lomi-massage-guide/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/lomi-lomi-massage-guide/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Lomi Lomi is a Hawaiian full-body massage with long, wave-like forearm strokes and warm oil. How a session goes, who it suits and what it costs. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-oils-coconut-argan-aloe/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-oils-coconut-argan-aloe/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Thai massage with aromatic, coconut or argan oil, or with aloe vera gel? We compare the versions and prices and suggest which to pick for your skin. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/foot-reflexology-guide/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/foot-reflexology-guide/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Chinese foot reflexology: a warm foot bath, work on the reflex points with warm oil and a calf massage. 60 minutes for 199 PLN, in Gdańsk and Gdynia. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/gua-sha-face-massage-guide/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/gua-sha-face-massage-guide/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Gua Sha face massage with stone and serum: how it goes, who it suits, when to hold off and the price — 60 minutes for 229 PLN, Gdańsk and Gdynia. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/shiatsu-or-thai-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/shiatsu-or-thai-massage/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Shiatsu presses point by point, Thai massage stretches the whole body. We compare technique, pace, how it feels and prices — and suggest which to pick. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/which-massage-to-choose/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/which-massage-to-choose/ Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Which massage should you choose? A short guide to the Tera Thai menu — Thai, Balinese, Chinese, Shiatsu, Swedish and Lomi Lomi — matched to what you actually need. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-for-muscle-tension/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-for-muscle-tension/ Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Where muscle tension from desk work and stress comes from, which massage techniques genuinely release it, and how often to come back so the effect lasts. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/chinese-cupping-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/chinese-cupping-massage/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT What a Chinese cupping massage involves, what the treatment looks like, where the marks on the skin come from and how long they last. Gdynia salon only. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/hot-stone-massage-guide/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/hot-stone-massage-guide/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT How thermotherapy with volcanic stones works, who the 120-minute Balinese ritual is for and what to expect during the visit. 429 PLN, Gdansk and Gdynia. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/foot-washing-ceremony/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/foot-washing-ceremony/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Before any massage begins, your therapist washes your feet with warm water. Where this ritual comes from, what it looks like in our Gdańsk and Gdynia salons, and why we keep it. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/how-to-choose-a-massage-voucher/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/how-to-choose-a-massage-voucher/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT A 250, 300, 400 or 500 PLN voucher, or any amount from 230–5000 PLN? Which amount fits the price list and how redemption works in Gdańsk and Gdynia. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/what-to-do-after-a-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/what-to-do-after-a-massage/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Water, a slow pace, a warm shower and a smart break from training — 7 simple rules for the first hours after a massage, so the relaxation stays with you for longer. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/how-often-to-get-a-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/how-often-to-get-a-massage/ Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Every 2 weeks, once a month, or once a quarter? Concrete massage-frequency protocols for chronic tension, stress, sport and plain relaxation. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-contraindications/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-contraindications/ Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT When massage isn't advised: fever, thrombosis, fresh injuries, pregnancy. The full list of absolute and relative contraindications, explained. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/your-first-visit/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/your-first-visit/ Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT First time at a massage salon? Step by step: consultation, shower, the session itself, payment. What to bring, whether you undress, and how to book. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/thai-massage-during-pregnancy/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/thai-massage-during-pregnancy/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Thai massage during pregnancy — is it safe? Classic Thai massage is not advised during pregnancy without a doctor's approval. See what's safe, what to avoid, and when. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/thai-massage-prices/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/thai-massage-prices/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT How much does a Thai massage cost? Prices start from 199 PLN for 60 minutes. See what determines the cost — duration, massage type, oils, couples massage — and the full price list in Gdańsk and Gdynia. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/thai-or-balinese-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/thai-or-balinese-massage/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Thai or Balinese massage? We compare oils, techniques, intensity and effects, and help you choose the right one for relaxation, tension relief, or as a couple. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/relaxing-thai-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/relaxing-thai-massage/ Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Relaxing Thai massage: gentle pressure, a slow pace and breath work, a quiet time to slow down and unwind. What a session looks like and who it's for. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/strong-thai-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/therapeutic-thai-massage/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Strong Thai massage — deeper work on tension and trigger points in the back and neck. Who it's for, what a session involves, and how often to book it. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/classic-thai-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/classic-thai-massage/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Classic Thai massage — a traditional no-oil technique, performed on our massage table: pressure, stretching and breath work. See what it involves, how a session runs, and who it's for. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-for-back-and-neck-pain/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/massage-for-back-and-neck-pain/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Neck and back pain from sitting? We break down which massages relieve tension best: Thai, Shiatsu, Chinese acupressure or Swedish — and how often to get them. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/balinese-massage-guide/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/balinese-massage-guide/ Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT What Balinese massage (Pijat Bali) involves: techniques, oils, how a session goes and how it differs from Thai massage. A guide from our Gdańsk and Gdynia salons. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/benefits-of-thai-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/benefits-of-thai-massage/ Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Nine reasons to try Thai massage: looser muscles, easier movement, a moment of calm and more energy. Who it's for and how often to get it. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/couples-massage-guide/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/couples-massage-guide/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Couples massage step by step: what a visit looks like, who it's for, which massages to choose, and how to prepare. A perfect idea for shared relaxation and gifts. https://terathai.pl/en/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-massage/ https://terathai.pl/en/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-massage/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Simple tips that help you get much more out of a massage: what to eat, what to wear, what to avoid before your visit, and how to take care of yourself afterward.