Stress relief massage therapies and techniques are age-old practices that continue to this day. However, we assume that the only place they are available, are inexpensive spas and other massage parlors. What we don’t know is that stress relief massage techniques can easily be practiced at home. A sensuous stress relief massage can do wonders […]
Sports Massage is a type of massage that is used to work on athletes of all levels of training from the weekend warrior to professional Players teams. People who do sports massages can be professional massage therapists or some athletic trainers may also do This massage if it is allowed in their state licensing. Sports […]
Spiritual massage refers to a combination of techniques to enrich the body, mind, and soul. Conventional deep tissue massage is used to ease the muscles but certain types of exercises, affirmations, and even prayer can be added to the experience to maintain overall good health. Typically, only a person who is qualified in holistic medicine, […]
Russian massage also known as Russian sports massage is a form of therapeutic massage developed for the treatment of injuries. The therapy is usually used by athletes and individuals who suffered injuries from strenuous activities. The therapy may also be used as a relaxing and luxurious pastime for individuals with or without health issues although […]
It is often successful where other forms of treatment have failed. The massage therapist needs knowledge of anatomy and physiology to determine where to treat each patient. During treatment there is tenderness in areas that are being treated, it indicates which muscles and tendons are injured. The therapist uses the patient’s feedback to pinpoint the […]
What is Relaxation Massage? A relaxation massage is exactly what the name implies: a massage strictly for the purposes of rest and relaxation. This massage technique is not designed for therapeutic effects or for dealing with chronic pain or discomfort. This massage is essentially the same as a gentle Swedish massage that uses smooth, gliding […]
What is pregnancy massaging? Pregnancy massage is massage therapy specifically tailored for the expectant mother’s needs. It is also called pre-natal massage. How is pregnancy massaging different from regular massage? The mother’s body must be properly positioned and supported during the massage, using pillows and padding. Proper positioning ensures comfort and safety for the mother […]
Myotherapy Massage is a specialized type of therapy used to cure deep muscle and joint pain. Dr. Janet Travel, an American physician, discovered that muscles when placed under much stress and strain tend to form trigger points. That results in localized pain. We commonly refer to these deep muscular aches as knots. These trigger points […]