Massage Therapy Styles and Health Benefits used in our Spa

Shiatsu Massage

In Japanese, shiatsu means “finger pressure.” For shiatsu massage, the
therapist uses varied, rhythmic pressure on certain precise points of the body.
These points are called acupressure points, and they are believed to be
important for the flow of the body’s vital energy, called chi. Proponents say
shiatsu massage can help relieve blockages at these acupressure points.

Thai Massage

During a Thai massage, the therapist uses his or her body to move the client into a
variety of positions. This type of massage includes compression of muscles,
mobilization of joints, and acupressure.

Hot Stone Massage

For this kind of massage, the therapist places warmed stones on certain areas of
the body, such as acupressure points. The stones may be used as massage tools
or be temporarily left in place. Used along with other massage techniques, hot
stones can be quite soothing and relaxing as they transmit heat deep into the
body.

Reflexology

Reflexology uses hand, thumb, and finger techniques to stimulate certain areas of the feet.
These areas are believed to correspond to different parts of the body. The
massage, then, is expected to promote health and well-being.

Pregnancy Massage

During pregnancy, your body goes through major changes. Pregnancy massage can help
with these changes by reducing stress, decreasing arm and leg swelling, and
relieving muscle and joint pain. Massage may be particularly helpful during a
time when medication and other medical options may be more limited. Using
specially designed massage pillows, the massage therapist will help get you
into a comfortable position for this type of massage.

Swedish Massage

The most common type of massage is Swedish
massage therapy. It involves soft, long, kneading strokes, as well as light,
rhythmic, tapping strokes, on topmost layers of muscles. This is also combined
with movement of the joints. By relieving muscle tension, Swedish therapy can
be both relaxing and energizing. And it may even help after an injury.

The four common strokes of Swedish massage are:

•Effleurage: a smooth, gliding stroke used to
relax soft tissue
•Petrissage: the squeezing, rolling, or
kneading that follows effleurage
•Friction: deep, circular movements that cause
layers of tissue to rub against each other, helping to increase blood flow and
break down scar tissue
•Tapotement: a short, alternating tap done with
cupped hands, fingers, or the edge of the hand

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