Swedish Massage
Also known as "Swedish Massage", this form is the most common. This is
the massage you get when you get a basic massage at a spa. It targets
the circulatory system, clearing toxic debris that becomes lodged in
the cells and connective tissue of the muscles, impairing muscle health
and causing premature aging in the tissue.
Some people ask for deep tissue when they go to a spa, but they still want the entire body massaged (not just a part, like the shoulders or the knee).
If this is what you want, then it's better to ask for a firm Swedish massage, rather than deep tissue.
This is an important distinction to make
because in your typical 50 minute spa massage, it is almost impossible
to go fully deep on every single part of the body because there is not
enought time to warm up each area to get to the deeper muscle, but it
is possilble to go firm all over the body and go a little deeper on one
area, like the back.
Swedish Massage is good for:
Everyday aches and pains
Poor Circulation (but doctor should be consulted first)
Poor Digestion
Depression
Post-exercise recovery
Increase flexibility
Increase Range of Motion
Headaches and Migraines
Spasms and Cramping
Menstrual cycle discomfort
Hangover
Stress
Compulsive overeating and other eating disorders
Osteo and Rheumatoid Arthritis (except during inflammation)
High Blood Pressure (again, check with your doctor first)

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