Swedish Massage

• In Sweden, "Swedish massage" is simply known as "classic massage". And that is exactly what it is - a classic treatment which represents the western standard for massage designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart.
• The five main techniques used in the massage are - stroking and gliding; kneading; rubbing; tapping or pounding; vibration - are probably what spring to mind when you think about a typical massage.
• They are designed to improve your circulation, soothe your muscles and make you more relaxed.
• Swedish massage uses softer strokes on the bonier and more delicate parts of the body, and stronger strokes where there is thicker muscle coverage. It usually includes some deeper work on areas of specific muscle tension such as tension nodules/adhesions in the back, neck, shoulder area.
• This sensitivity to pressure makes it ideal for calming and relaxation, feel free to give your preference for a lighter or stronger pressure during massage.
• Besides the calming benefits, the therapeutic Swedish massage is thought to be good for
• : shortening recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes
• : improving circulation by increasing oxygen flow in the blood: helping to keep ligaments and tendons supple and pliable
• : stimulating the skin and nervous system and soothing the nerves themselves at the same time and reducing mental, emotional and physical stress promoting health and well being.