Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is probably the best known type of massage. It involves a variety of techniques designed to improve circulation, eases muscle aches, pains and tensions, improves muscular and joint mobility and encourages relaxation.

This is the most commonly practiced form of massage in North America.

Swedish massage uses a variety of gentle techniques, including:

• Effleurage – gentle gliding technique used on superficial muscles.
• Petrissage – kneading and squeezing of the deeper muscles and tissues.
• Stroking – a very gentle gliding technique with only minimal pressure applied to the skin.

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