Swedish Massage Therapy
Swedish Massage Therapy
"Swedish massage" is simply known as "classic massage". And that is exactly what it is - a classic treatment which represents the western standard for massage.
The five main techniques used in Swedish massage - stroking and gliding; kneading; rubbing; tapping or "pounding"; vibration - are probably what spring to mind when you think about a "typical" massage. They're designed to improve your circulation, soothe your muscles and make you more relaxed. Swedish massage uses softer strokes on the bonier and more delicate parts of the body, and stronger strokes where there is thicker muscle coverage. This sensitivity to pressure makes it ideal for relaxation
The massage therapist, usually uses massage lotion or massage oil during the process. The client is usually covered with a sheet of cloth, and as the therapist systematically moves from one part of the body to another. When a full body massage is given, it usually starts on the back, and then moves down to the legs. Then the client will be asked to turn around and lie face up. Then the legs, abdomen ,arms and head is massaged. A session usually lasts for 40-90 minutes.
In Swedish Massage long and flowing strokes are used, which are designed to relax tense muscles, limber up joints, and improve circulation.
There are five basic massaging strokes that are used in the traditional form of Swedish Massage, they are:
Effleurage: This method involves using gliding strokes, especially on the limbs. The thumb pads and hands are used to apply pressure, which increases blood circulation. It is also used from the shoulders to the tips of the fingers, and neck to the spinal cord.
Petrissage: In this compression and kneading strokes are used, especially on the joints and bony structures. It helps to remove accumulated toxins in the bones and joints, which are the root cause of ailments.
Friction: This involves using the thumb pads and finger tips to apply deep circular pressure. This helps to relieve the knots that form in nerves and muscles, making them flexible and free.
Tapotement: In this method, the body is tapped in a rhythmic manner with the fingers, or the sides of the hands used to make rapid pounding movements.
Vibration: As is evident by the term, fine and quick vibrating movements are used in this.
Swedish Massage Therapy benefits:
Besides the calming benefits, Swedish massage is thought to be good for:
easing muscular strain by flushing out toxins
improving circulation by increasing oxygen flow in the blood
helping to keep ligaments and tendons supple
stimulating the nervous system
reducing emotional and physical stress.
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