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What is A Swedish Massage?
TheSwedish massageis one of the most common types of massages you can get. It is performed to energize the body and improve overall health. This type of massage involves actions like percussion, kneading, vibration, tapping and rolling. Massage oil or lotion is used to protect the skin from friction.
Benefits Of A Swedish Massage?
Nerve stimulation. By applying pressure and manipulating the muscles, a Swedish massage helps to stimulate nerves located in different parts of the body. The nerves could be stimulated in a way that helps to manage pain and discomfort.
Mood booster. Massages have been found to improve mood by promoting the production of dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin. These hormones act to stabilize your mood, helping you feel happy and positive. A Swedish massage could also act to reduce the production of cortisol, a stress-causing hormone.
Tension reliever. Also known as adhesions, knots can be quite painful. The Swedish massage warms up the muscles and breaks down the binding spots and relieves the tension gathered at the knots. If you have a severe case of knots, consider other, more intense types of massages.
Lymph drainage. Lymphatic drainage occurs naturally when you use your muscles. However, if for any reason you are not moving or using your muscles, the lymphatic fluid could accumulate. This could cause a build up of toxins. A Swedish massage can help manage this problem.
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How often should you get a massage?
For acute muscle injuries, 3-6 sessions a week is optimal. As part of general muscular and health maintenance, weekly treatments or monthly massages are effective.
What should you wear to a massage?
You do not have to wear anything specific. You will be required to disrobe down to your undergarments. Your Therapist will cover you with a large clean towel and uncover the areas being worked on.
What should I do before my appointment?
There is nothing specific you will be required to do before a Deep Tissue Massage. However, you may be refused treatment if you are under the influence of alcohol/ drugs or have any contraindications to Massage.
Why do I have so many knots in my back?
This generally has to do with environmental factors. The main reasons why people have ‘knots’ in their back, or muscle tension is to due with sitting at a desk all day, stress, not stretching enough and excessive exercise.
Should I stretch before a massage?
Stretching is not necessary. However, some people stretch to help their muscles relax for the start of the session.
Are muscle knots dangerous?
Muscle knots are a signal from your body that your muscles are overworked. Unhealthy lifestyle habits such as stress, muscle injuries and poor posture contribute to knots. It is the root cause of the knots that can be deemed dangerous, not the knots themselves.