The Top 3 Massage Techniques

The Top 3 Massage Techniques

Massage is probably the oldest and simplest existing form of medical care that has been applied for relaxation fitness and other health purposes. Basically massage therapy is a therapeutic technique that involves manipulation of the soft tissues of the body. It is the calming therapeutic process of kneading stroking and pressing the different areas of the body to alleviate pain relieve stress and tensions or relax stimulate and tone the body.

The techniques and strokes vary widely from the most delicate touch with the fingertips to more focused deep tissue work. These techniques may even vary in speed as well as in pressure.

Below is a list of the top rated massage techniques. 

Deep Tissue Massage - The deep tissue massage on the most basic is a massage technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It involves a number of slow movements but generally the pressure is more intense as it aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body. The most common target of these movements and deep finger pressure are the contracted areas either following or going across the muscles of the fiber fascia and tendons. Usually in this kind of massage the therapists use their thumb fingers and even elbows to apply the needed pressure.

Swedish Massage - Also included in the line of the top rated massage techniques is Swedish massage. This technique involves the use of kneading tapping or calming strokes applied to the entire body to loosen sore joints and relieve muscle tension and pain. What sets Swedish massage apart from the other massage techniques is that it involved five major beneficial strokes: effleurage petrissage friction tapotement and vibration. Although each of these strokes differ according to their movements and target points all of them are developed to promote an ultimate feeling of being pampered.  Swedish massage increases the flow of oxygen in the blood and release toxins that were trapped in the muscles. With this purpose alone the Swedish massage works to shorten the recovery time from muscular strain.

Sports Massage - Sports massage is the technique of kneading and manipulating the soft tissues in the body to help athletes improve their performance prevent and treat sports injuries. As athletes look for effective ways to boost their performances, sports massage is one of the best solutions they've ever discovered.

You can call my office to make an appointment at 865-223-2362 and if you have questions, we can discuss which technique will be best for you.