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 Massage can be define as organized, intentional touch. This style of massage is generally attributed to the Swedish fencing master and gymnastics teacher Per Henrik Ling (1776-1839). However, it was in fact the Dutch practitioner Johann Mezger (1838-1909) who adopted the French names to denote the basic strokes under which he systemized massage as we know it today, as Swedish or classic massage.
Swedish massage utilizes long, flowing strokes, in the direction of the heart. Swedish massage is designed to increase circulation and blood flow. There are six basic strokes: effleurage, petrissage, friction, tapotement, compression and vibration. Oil, cream, or lotion is applied on the skin to reduce friction and allow smooth strokes. |
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Deep tissue techniques is a logical continuation of Swedish Massage. The techniques are generally designed for deep and more focused massage work....
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Trigger point - (Myofascial): An area of hyper-irritability within soft tissue structures, characterized by local tenderness and sometimes referred phenomena. These referred sensations can include...
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PRENATAL & PREGNANCY MASSAGE: What is prenatal massage? Prenatal Massage is a form of therapeutic bodywork that is geared to meet the unique needs of the pregnant woman. Promoting better function of muscles and joints,....
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Sport Massage is a combination of different massage techniques to enhance sports performance and recuperation. As an effective component of any training program massage may inhance and stimulates the performance, as a pre-event routine,...
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