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What is a Swedish Massage?
What is a Swedish Massage?
Swedish is the most commonly offered and best known massage modality. Therapists use firm but gentle pressure to improve circulation of both the lymph and circulatory system, ease tension, and improve flexibility and create relaxation.
Typically Swedish massage employs long gliding strokes, kneading of individual muscles, friction, and vibration. In general therapists use oil or cream to facilitate the long strokes. The client is draped by a sheet and only the area that is being massaged is uncovered.
Swedish massage is considered the foundation of most Western Massage Modalities including sports massage, deep tissue, and aromatherapy.
Phil Okazaki
South Bay Regional Massage Director
Club One Fitness
3055 Olin Avenue Suite 3000
San Jose, CA 95128
408-985-5555
www.clubone.com
