Definition of Massage types:
Swedish Massage - Is ideal for de-stressing
and having yourself pampered, but don't
underestimate the value of what is sometimes
perceived as a "wimpie" massage. An over taxed
body benefits more from this relaxation than from an
intense Deep Tissue Massage. The pressure is
light to medium and the strokes are long, flowing,
soothing -so falling asleep is OK. It is also
sometimes referred to as relaxing massage, pampering
etc.
Deep Tissue - The pressure is deep and reaches deeper layers
of muscles, can be intense, should not be painful,
and is usually very slow in order to allow the
muscles to process the work and respond in their own
time.
Sports Massage - This term gets bandied about
and is perceived as
a "manly" massage. Actually it should be booked by
individuals who are about to take part in some
sporting activity within hours of the massage or
those who have just completed the sporting activity.
The massage is brisk to warm up the muscles and
prepare them for the activity or help stretch out
the muscle to prevent cramping post activity.
I've never
had a massage what should I expect?
Sometimes it can be intimidating, but here are some
facts to put you at ease.
Drink water several hours before and after your
massage. Tea, coffee, sodas don't count - has to be
cloud juice.
Remove whatever clothing you are comfortable
removing, however remember that your privacy is
respected and you will be draped with a sheet or
towel. Also the fewer clothing articles the
massage therapist has to contend with the better
your massage will be. Do not wear jewelry.
Secondly once you are on the massage table remember
that you don't have to help in any way unless the
therapist asks you. So let those arms and legs
just be, we'll move them as we need. This is, after
all, your time for relaxation.
And thirdly, remember to breathe deeply and let the
breath out slowly. Don't forget to communicate
with your therapist if the pressure or the
temperature is uncomfortable.
