In Thailand, this therapeutic massage is known as among the branches of Conventional Medicine. It is believed that it can help in the recovery process of any sickness. One needn’t be in the area of medicine in order to learn it. Based on some reports its originator is Shivago Komarpaj who is believed to be the Buddha’s doctor. Thai massage is really a combination of different influences. Among them are the Indian, Chinese, South East Asian and more.