Swedish Massage
When you think of massages a Swedish Massage is usually what comes to mind. The technique is used to relax the entire body by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart.
But Swedish Massage does more than encourage relaxation to the body. It is also extremely beneficial for increasing the levels of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation, and increasing flexibility. Further studies have shown that receiving even a single session of Swedish Massages can boost your immune system, allowing your body to better fight off colds and the flu.
Deep Tissue
While similar to Swedish Massage, deep tissue massage therapy has deeper pressure to release chronic muscle tension. A deep tissue massage is meant to focus on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia - the protective layer that surrounds muscles, bones, and joints.
Studies have found the greatest benefits of a deep tissue massage aside from relaxing body tension can reduce stress hormone levels, lower heart rate, while providing an improved mood with the release of chemicals like oxytocin and serotonin.
Hot Stone
Melt away your tension, ease stiffness, and increase your body's circulation and boost metabolism with hot stone massage therapy. Water-heated stones are placed at key points on the body to promote deep muscle relaxation.
The idea behind the use of hot stone massage is the direct heat of the stones relax muscles and allow your therapist access to the deeper muscle layers. The heat also expands blood vessels which can encourage blood flow throughout the documents.
Hot stone massages have been found to provide relief from pain associated with fibromyalgia, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other chronic conditions. These are just a few of the benefits that have been found with hot stone massage therapy.