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What is Swedish Massage?

Swedish massage involves the use of hands, forearms or elbows to manipulate the superficial layers of the muscles to improve mental and physical health. Active or passive movement of the joints may also be part of the massage. The benefits of Swedish massage include increased blood circulation, mental and physical relaxation, decreased stress, muscle tension and improved range of motion.

What is the purpose of the Swedish Massage?

Benefits of Swedish Massage?

Basic Techniques of Swedish Massage

Effleurage

Petrissage

Friction

Tapotement

Vibration or Shaking

Swedish Massage Strokes Chart Summary

The basic techniques of Swedish massage are Effleurage, Pettrissge, Tapotement, Vibration, nerve strokes and Swedish gymnastics. A chart summarizing the strokes and what they do can be found here

Directory of Different Types of Massage and Bodywork
Types of Massage and Bodywork

Avoid Deep Massage Strokes on Pregnant Women's Legs!

During pregnancy, several physiological changes in her circulatory system caution the use of deep massage work.

What are the benefits of massage?

Relaxation
reduction in muscle soreness and stiffness
Increase blood Circulation
Help restore muscle tone
Increas joint flexibility
Drecrease chronic pain

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