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Swedish Massage

A Swedish Massage:

 

A Swedish Massage is one of the most gentle , most relaxing, therapeutic massages a person can ever receive. It involves soft, long, kneading strokes, circular movements, vibration and tapping on one’s uppermost layers of muscle. By relieving any and all muscle tension, a Swedish Massage can be relaxing to the body mind and soul as well as energizing.

 

Swedish Massage Techniques:

 

Swedish Massage techniques include, but are not limited to: long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, effleurage, and some shaking motions. Sequence of techniques:

  • Effleurage: Gliding strokes with the palms, thumbs and/or fingertips

  • Petrissage: Kneading movements with the hands, thumbs and/or fingers

  • Friction: Circular pressures with the palms of hands, thumbs and/or fingers

  • Vibration: Oscillatory movements that shake or vibrate the body

  • Percussion: Brisk hacking or tapping

  • Passive and active movements: Bending and stretching.

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The Purpose Of A Swedish Massage:

 

The main purpose of receiving a Swedish Massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. It also shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid and other metabolic wastes. Swedish Message increases circulation without increasing the heart load. It also stretches the ligaments and tendons, keeping them flexible and bendable. Swedish Massage not only stimulates the skin and nervous system, but it soothes the nerves themselves at the same time. Swedish Massage also reduces stress in one’s life.

 

 

The primary focus a Swedish Massage is to increase circulation in the body and to promote general relaxation. A Swedish Massage addresses the entire body ( excluding those areas that are not permitted ). The health benefits a full body Swedish Massage are massive.   

 

Benefits Of A Swedish Massage

Circulatory System

  • Increases circulation and lowers blood pressure

  • Emphasizes the elimination of metabolic wastes. This is also effective because it lessens ischemia (reduction of blood supply to organs and/or tissues which affects muscular pain)

  • Improves the lymphatic system which also removes waste from the body thus resulting in less swelling from injury

Endocrine System

  • Releases endorphins

  • Mechanically stretches and elongates muscles

  • Stimulates parasympathetic nervous system

  • Reduction in pain

  • Helps improve weak muscles

  • Supports relaxation and improves sleep

Muscular System

  • Alleviates the restriction of muscles as well as tension and stiffness

  • Enhances blood circulation

  • Increases flexibility and durability of muscles

  • Delivers more oxygen and nutrients to the muscles which reduces muscle fatigue and soreness.

Respiratory System

  • Stimulates slower breathing

  • Breaks up mucus and other respiratory discharge in the lungs.

  • Allows the body to become relaxed and begin the repairing process

  • If you're suffering from a cold, this is helpful because it helps you to rid your body of these toxins at a faster rate

Digestion/Elimination

  • Can relieve colic and gas as well as constipation

  • Promotes better digestion

Psychological

  • Relaxes body and mind

  • Improves all over well-being of the individual

  • Relief of inner tension and stress (Salvo)

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