Swedish massage therapy is the method that comes to mind when most people think of massage. As the most popular form of physical activity practiced today, one of the main purposes of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the whole body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long, sweeping strokes in the direction where the blood returns to the heart. But Swedish massage goes beyond relaxation. Swedish massage is very beneficial in increasing blood oxygen levels, reducing muscle toxins, improving blood circulation and flexibility while reducing tension.

A study conducted by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, and published in the New York Times, found that volunteers who received a Swedish massage for 45 minutes experienced a significant decrease in the stress hormone cortisol, and arginine vasopressin-a. a hormone that can lead to an increase in cortisol. Volunteers also have an increase in the number of lymphocytes, white blood cells that are part of the immune system, and an increase in immune cells that can help fight colds and flu.
Swedish Massage Techniques

Additional techniques in Swedish massage include circular pressure applied by hands and arms, firm kneading, percussion-like tapping, bending and stretching. Before and during your Swedish massage session, communication with your massage therapist is encouraged so that your massage is tailored to your specific needs.

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