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There are many types of massage therapy. Below you will find a brief explanation of each type to help you discover which is right for you.
Top 10 Most Common Massages in Canada
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- Thai massage is a very popular form of massage and originated in Thailand. It involves stretching and gentle pressure along your body's energy lines to increase your flexibility and to relieve tension in your body. Relaxing and Energizing.
- Full body massage is great for healing a body to increase health and well being. Different types of massage can be used effectively. Relieves Stress.
- Swedish massage Is a common massage that uses the hands, forearms and elbows to apply deep pressure to muscles and joints. The technique has excellent health benefits by increasing circulation in the body. Relaxing and Energizing.
- Back massage can be very soothing and can be a good solution for back pain. Back massage is also known for its stress-relieving tendencies. Relieves Stress.
- Shiatsu massage integrates Japanese massage techniques and literally means "finger pressure". This is a lighter massage technique that unblocks energy through the touch of acupressure points and is often used as a preventative technique. Energizing and Preventative
- Deep tissue massage is often used for relief of muscle and joint pain. There is a stronger pressure that often focuses on specific areas that you would like to focus on. Relieves Stress and Helps Joints.
- Neck massage is a great technique to relieve chronic stress and unwind. This can also lead to a shoulder and back massage which is especially effective for relieving stress caused from office or computer work. Relieves Stress.
- Pregnancy massage or prenatal massage takes special precautions and uses techniques that have many benefits for a mother to be. It can also help relieve cramps and myofascial pain particularly in the lower back, hips and legs. It also increases circulation which has the benefit of reducing swelling. Relieves Stress, Swelling and Relaxing.
- Sports massage can be used to prepare a body for optimal performance for a sport and it can also be used to help a body heal from any injuries. Preventative and Healing.
- Therapeutic massage includes many of the therapies above to become and stay healthier. Relieves Stress and Helps Joints.
- Couples massage is a wonderful way for couples who want to enjoy an intimate and healthy experience. The actual massage used may vary based on what the individuals are comfortable with. Click here to see which therapist in your area provide this opportunity.
- Hand massage can release tension through a technique like swedish massage or it can even use reflexology techniques to positively impact other areas of your body. Relaxing and Energizing.
- Lymphatic massage is becoming more popular because it is known for it's positive impact on cellulite although most importantly, it uses soft pressure to open up circulation and to energize you. Relaxing and Energizing.
- Aromatherapy massage uses scents of plants for therapeutic use along with different types of massage therapy. Find out where you can try this relaxing and healthy therapy in your neighborhood. Relaxing and Energizing.
- Reflexology massageis a technique that uses an ancient map of the body by putting pressure on specific points on your hands, feet, or other parts of your body to open up your energy to energy or heal various parts of your body. Preventative and Healing.
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