A traditional European
form of massage, Swedish Massage can do the following:
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Relax
the muscles
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Help you get a feeling of connectedness,
be more aware of your body and the way you use and position
it
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Relieve pain and discomfort associated
with muscle tension, fractures, sprains, sciatica, and stiff
joints
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Shorten recovery time from muscular
strain by flushing the tissue of lactic acid, uric acid and
other metabolic
wastes,
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Stretch the ligaments and tendons,
keeping them supple
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Improve circulation without increasing
heart load
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Increase range of motion
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Relieve pain
and discomfort
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Stimulate the skin while relaxing the
nerves
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Help reduce emotional and physical
stress
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Be used in clinical settings as medical
or remedial therapy
Developed by Per Henrik Ling in Sweden in the 1820s, the Swedish
Massage is the basis of many other western forms of massage.
Swedish Massage techniques include long strokes, kneading,
friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, effleurage, and shaking
motions. During the massage, you may be completely undressed
or remain in underwear. Most of the body is draped by a sheet
or light cover, exposing only the area to be massaged. On the
whole, a Swedish Massage makes you feel good by relaxing and
invigorating you.
Swedish Massage is not recommended for anyone who is experiencing
fever, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, jaundice, varicose veins,
bleeding, acute phlebitis, or thrombosis. In the case of high
blood pressure or heart problems, avoid massage to the abdomen.
Anyone with fractures or bruises should not receive massage
on areas of injury. Pregnant women should check with their
doctors first. |
