What is a Swedish Massage

The term "Swedish Massage” refers to a variety of techniques specifically 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 Purpose of a Swedish Massage

Our Swedish massage can increase circulation; stretch the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable; stimulate the skin and nervous system and can also soothe the nerves themselves. It can reduce stress and is generally suggested in a regular program for stress management. Massage can aid in the healing process by reestablishing balance within the musculoskeletal system.

Swedish Massage Techniques

Our Swedish massage can include several techniques: long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, and effleurage. The sequence of techniques can be:

1. Effleurage: Gliding strokes with the palms, thumbs and/or fingertips
2. Petrissage: Kneading movements with the hands, thumbs and/or fingers
3. Friction: Circular pressures with the palms of hands, thumbs and/or fingers
4. Vibration: Oscillatory movements that shake or vibrate the body
5. Percussion: Brisk hacking or tapping
6. Passive and active movements: Bending and stretching

Benefits of Swedish Massage

A Swedish massage is both relaxing and invigorating and affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation, while promoting your health. Massage as part of a regular stress management program, can be beneficial to your emotional and physical well being.