Deep tissue massage is a type of massage technique which uses deep pressure. Combining slow strokes and notable finger pressure, the purpose is to release the tension and tightness held deeply in your muscles and your connective tissues. A deep tissue massage will typically focus on your primary areas of discomfort.
Trigger points are sore, painful spot-also called knot-found in muscles. These knots are sensitive and when pressure is applied. A trigger point massage helps work out those knots and reduce the pain associated with them.
Sports massage is proven to release and reduce tension in muscles, improve circulation and encourage the removal of waste products such as lactic acid during high intensity activity and can help to relax the body. All of this helps promote recovery and reduces the chance of muscle injury.
Swedish massage is a full-body massage therapy that uses light pressure, kneading, stroking, and tapping to relax muscles, improve blood flow, and relieve pain. Swedish massage is rooted in physiological and anatomical science and has been shown to improve mental and physical symptoms.
Anti cellulite massage is designed to reduce and combat cellulite. A special massage technique is used to massage the bulging fat and to knead the muscles and "roll" the bulging fat away thereby combating the physical cause of cellulite - bulging fat and stretched collagen strands.
Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the drainage of lymph nodes and the movement of lymph fluids around the body. It can help relieve symptoms of lymphedema. The fluid in the lymphatic system helps remove waste and toxins from body tissues.
A pregnancy massage is a specially adapted gentle and soothing massage tailored specifically for the mother-to-be. As a term, 'pregnancy massage' applies to any hands-on massage treatment for a woman during her pregnancy. It can therefore vary enormously in terms of what it consists of.
A face massage is focused on the muscles and soft tissues of the face. A variety of techniques including skin rolling, trigger pointing, acupressure and circular strokes are used to help increase relaxation and decrease stress.
Joint massage is a remedial type of therapy that concentrates on the tissue that surrounds limbs where bones connect with each other. If you hahve arthritis then hand massage can be extremely beneficial.