Types of Massage
Swedish
Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best-known type of massage. If it's you're first time at Caring Touch, Swedish massage is the perfect place to start. During Swedish massage, massage therapists use massage oils to facilitate smooth, gliding strokes called effleurage. Other classic Swedish massage techniques include kneading, friction, stretching and (sometimes) tapping. Swedish massage uses firm but gentle pressure to promote relaxation, ease muscle tension and creat other health benefits.
Deep Tissue
Deep tissue massage is a type of massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and facia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue massage usues many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be moreintense. It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots (also known as "adhesions").
Sports
Sports massage was originally developed to help athletes prepare their bodies for optimal performance, recover after a big event or function well during training. Sports massage emphasized prevention and healing of injuries to the muscles and tendons. You don't have to be in the Olympics to benefit from sprots massage. Sports massage is also good for people with injuries, chronic pain or restricted range of motion. The massge therapist generally concentrates on a specific problem area. Sports massage was designed for athletes, but is usueful for anyone with chronic pain, injury or range-of-motion issues.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy massage, also known as pre-natal massage, promotes relaxation, soothes nerves and relieves strained back and leg muscles in expectant mothers. Pregnancy massage is especially benefical in the second and third trimesters, when the extra weight in your belly puts a strain on your back.
Heated Stones
Heated stones are a flat smooth rock that are incorporated during the massage to help the muscles relax faster and decrease soreness after the massage. Heated stones can be added to any massage for a minimal fee.
