Swedish

Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best known type of massage. It uses firm yet gentle pressure to improve circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, improve flexibility and facilitate relaxation.

Swedish massage utilizes long, gliding strokes, kneading of individual muscles, friction, tapotement or tapping, and vibration. The therapist generally uses massage oil or cream to make long, smooth strokes over the body. Swedish massage is done with the person covered by a sheet, a technique called "draping". One part of the body uncovered, massaged, and then covered up before moving on to another part of the body.

Swedish massage is the foundation for other types of Western massage, including sports, deep tissue and aromatherapy.


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