Swedish Massage
Swedish massage uses five basic movements to increase and in theory, remove toxins from muscles. The therapist uses firm but gentle pressure,(aides by oil to reduce friction) to compress and relax muscles, always stroking in the direction of the heart. The principal moves of Swedish massage are. Effleurage long gliding strokes whose pressure can vary depending on the therapist and the client. Petrissage A kneading movement designed to relax muscles and increase circulation by compressing and releasing muscle tissue. Tapotement Tapping muscles with the side of the hand, fingers, or palm to release tension and cramping. Vibration using hands or a machine to create rapid movement that relaxes and soothes muscles. Friction this is a strong, rapid, circular movement usually done to release muscles knots, normally, friction is applied for only a short period of time to avoid an inflammatory response. Bending and stretching movements may also be used to relax joints |
Deep Tissue Massage Massage involves working and acting on the body with pressure structured, unstructured, stationary, or moving tension, motion, or vibration, done manually or with mechanical aids Target tissue may include muscles, tendons ligaments, fascia, skin, joints, or other connective tissue, as well as lymphatic vessels, or organs of the gastrointestinal system Massage can be applied with the hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearm or feet. |
Foot Reflexology or Zone Therapy
Alternative medicine involving the physical act of applying pressure to the feet, hands, or ears with specific THUMB,FINGER and HANDS techniques with out the use of oil or lotion It is based on what reflexologist claim to be a system of zones and reflex areas that feet and hands with the premise that such work effects a physical change to the body. |