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Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage is a technique which uses long continuous strokes to
promote blood flow and relaxation. Normally applied with medium
pressure, this technique is great for total mind and body relaxation.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as
Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense. It is
also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release
chronic muscle tension or knots aimed at the deeper tissue structures
of the muscle and fascia.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy is a technique that uses pressure at the site of
a trigger point. Trigger Points often feel like small nodules (knots)
or taut bands of fibre within the muscle. Trigger Point Therapy helps
to release the contracted muscle fibres, assisting in pain relief and
improved muscle flexibility.
Sports Massage
Sports massage also uses Swedish massage techniques that stimulates
circulation of blood and lymph fluids. Some sports massage movements
use trigger point therapy to break down adhesions (knots in the
muscles) and increase range of motion. When to have a Sports Massage;
- pre-event sports massage -- a short, stimulating massage before
the event. (Directed toward the muscles that will be exerted.)
- post-event sports massage -- given within an hour or two of the
event, to flush out the buildup of toxins.
- restorative sports massage -- given during training to allow the
athlete to train harder and recover quicker.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release is a specialized massage technique in which the
muscle tissue (fascia) is stretched and manipulated to relieve tension,
restore motion and increase flexibility. (Fascia is the thin tissue
that covers the muscle fibres.)
Hot Stone Massage
Hot Stone Massage is a therapy in which volcanic basalt stones are
heated (with hot water) then placed onto the body to relax the muscles.
Throughout the treatment the smooth stones are used with the different
massage strokes to ease muscle tension and promote an even deeper
relaxation. An incredible treatment that everybody must experience.
