SWEDISH MASSAGE

Swedish Massage is the most popular and well known massage modality

Swedish Massage is the most popular and well known massage modality in the United States. The client lies on a massage table and remains modestly draped by the therapist. It is typically a full-body massage treatment except in areas that are contraindicated or that the client does not want worked on. Lotion or oil is used by the therapist during treatment.

BENEFITS:

  • Loosening and relaxation of tight muscles

  • Relief of cramps and muscle fatigue

  • Calming of nervous system

  • Stimulating blood circulation

  • Mental relaxation

  • Improvement in quality of sleep

  • Relief of stress, anxiety and depression

  • Improved sense of well-being

The therapist will use techniques such as EFFLEURAGE, which is a free-flowing and gliding movement with light or medium constant pressure and PETRISSAGE, which is kneading and pressure on specific muscle groups.

GREAT MODALITY FOR PEOPLE WHO:

Want to relax or feel pampered

Suffer from fatigue, depression or anxiety

Want relief from general pain or stress due to muscle soreness of stiffness

Suffer from high blood pressure