Swedish Massage
A Swedish massage is massage technique combined with a system of active and passive exercises for the muscles and joints, A European massage technique originated in Sweden; it is intended to relax muscles and improve circulation with the use of massage oils and gentle manipulations such as long strokes, kneading and tapping. Swedish massage is most common among spa goers. The body is energized and stimulated with the help of a Swedish massage and utilizes long, flowing strokes, the main purpose of this body work is to increase circulation of the blood through soft tissues. The pressure applied on the body through manual manipulation is always firm but gentle.
The Main Purpose Of A Swedish Massage:
- The main purpose of a Swedish massage is to increase the flow of oxygen in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. A Swedish massage can considerably decrease the recovery time period of strained muscles as it flushes out the lactic and uric acid along with other metabolic wastes in the body.
- A spa first timer can always opt for a Swedish massage after consulting a therapist, as it always a suggestion in a stress relief program.
- A Swedish massage typically increases circulation without increasing the heart load.
- Ligaments and tendons are stretched and can made flexible.
- The skin and nervous system are stimulated and soothes the nerves themselves at the same time.
- A Swedish massage can help alleviate mental and psychological stress as well.
- Swedish massage involves the manipulation of long gliding strokes, kneading, and friction techniques on the more surface layers of muscles.
- Swedish massages are administered in such a way that the movements of the therapist usually goes in the direction of blood flow toward the heart; as the main goal in a Swedish massage is to stimulate the circulation of the blood through the soft tissues of the body. Joint movements are also included in a Swedish massage.
