Swedish Massage
Massage Techniques
Effleurage
Petrissage
Petri means “knead”, and just like the meaning, this technique works like kneading the dough. The kneading, rolling, and squeezing energizes the nerve's end which aids in removing impure substances in the muscles and increases circulation which leads to cell repair.
Vibration
Vibration is an oscillatory movement that vibrates the body and it can be done either rapidly or slowly. Vibration slowly and gradually frees the tension in the muscles.
Friction
This technique works by rubbing back and forth. This procedure produces heat, resulting in warming up the body to be treated for further massage.
Tapotement
This is the massage involving rhythmic tapping and patting on the body. This motion is similar to drumming, you generate it with your hands by cupping, hacking, and chopping. This technique is the last of the massage technique.
Why Swedish Massage?


Benefits of Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage FAQ’s
The main difference between Swedish massage and Regular massage is the techniques. Swedish massage uses light, gentle strokes to motivate relaxation and calmness. On the other side, in a regular massage, we do not use any motive and techniques. In Swedish massage, we have the motive to relax the body, release from stress and in some cases of injury, get rid of the pain. In regular massage, we do not have any techniques
Swedish massage uses deeper pressure in a circular motion to release the tension of the muscles but, in deep tissue massage, we use long and slow strokes with intense pressure to relieve stress in overworked muscles either from sports or intense exercise. A significant difference is that more pressure is applied in deep tissue massage than in Swedish massage.
1- You should keep your body hydrated by drinking a lot of water. Hydrated muscles tend to loosen up quickly.
2- Take a hot shower before a Swedish massage. Hot water will ease your tensed muscles and will make your massage pleasant.
3- Make sure you wear proper clothes and undergarments because you will be uncovered for the massage. Your comfort will be their priority, but you should prepare extra clothes.
4- Avoid large meals before the massage because it may cause you to discomfort to lay and you may be bothered by it and would not be relaxed by it.
5- Ensure that you have packed a towel before a Swedish massage because you may want to wipe the excess oil or lotions from your body after the massage is finished.