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What kind of massages do you study at massage schools?
Massage schools teach all modalities of massage. Swedish massage is the most popular, but students also learn sports, deep Swedish, deep tissue massage, reflexology, trigger point massage, and neuromuscular massage. Students also study anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology.
What is a Swedish massage?
A swedish massage is the most common massage. It is what you typically get to relax.
What does deep tissue massage mean?
Deep Tissue Massage is a massage in which the therapist goes slower with their massage strokes and more pressure is applied than would be applied in a Swedish Massage. I like to start clients with some Sports Massage first to help loosen the muscles and not have to go as deep so that the treatment feels more enjoyable. I also incorporate Swedish, cranial sacral, reflexology and shiatsu.
What is the definition of Swedish massage?
A body massage done in the Swedish style.
What is the difference between massage therapies and a massage therapist?
A massage therapist is a person who performs massage therapy. Massage therapies are different modalities, or types, of massage; such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Acupressure, Thai Yoga, Shiatsu, Reflexology, etc.
What parts of the therapist body is used during deep tissue massage that would not be used during swedish massage?
More use of forearms, elbows, fingers, thumbs, knuckles, deep pressure with palms, and possibly feet depending on the type of massage.
What are the names of different types of massages?
The classic and most popular in the US is Swedish. Then there is Deep tissue, Neuromuscular, and Sports massage. If we broaden the topic to include bodywork, then we can also consider Thai yoga massage, acupressure, Shiatsu, Reflexology, and the list goes on.
Who should not have Swedish massage?
Swedish massage should not be given to patients with the following physical disorders or conditions:
How did deep tissue massage get is name?
It is applied with greater pressure and to deeper layers of muscle than Swedish, which is why it is called deep tissue and is effective for chronic muscular tension.
What are some relaxing options offered by Medspa?
Medspa offers many relaxing services. Facials, deep tissue massage, Thai and Swedish massage, and hot stone massage are a few of the many relaxation therapies offered.
Why do people get Swedish massage?
Swedish massage is great for reducing stress, reducing cortisol, increasing serration and improving mood. It is the most common type of massage.
Where can one find information about Swedish massage?
One can find information about Swedish massages from local massage courses, or by visiting online websites dedicated to teaching massage techniques. Swedish massages are very popular.
