MacSween A, et al. - This study aims at comparing the efficacy and social constructions of Thai massage (TM) and Swedish massage (SM) for patients experiencing fatigue or depleted energy. Findings suggested that TM and SM release stress, promote relaxation, relieve muscular aches and pains and improve energy and thus have potential for relieving symptoms of fatigue or low energy. Researchers recognize that SM results in a larger effect in relaxation and improved sleep whereas TM results in a larger effect in energising, rejuvenating and mentally stimulating effects.