Swedish Massage

Swedish Massage             

Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best known type of massage. It is often called "holistic massage".  It was developed by a Swedish physiologist, Henri Peter Ling at the University of Stockholm in 1812. It uses a firm but gentle pressure to improve the circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, improve flexibility and, most importantly, to create complete relaxation in mind and body.  Lots of flowing strokes are used which helps to soothe nerve endings and release toxins built up in muscles. 

Swedish massage is the foundation for all other types of Western massage, including aromatherapy, sports and deep tissue massage. This style of massage can either be relaxing or invigorating, depending on the pressure and intensity of the techniques used.  There are many therapeutic benefits to massage, including the following:

 

  • Relieves stress and promotes an overall feeling of relaxation, helping you breathe and move more easily
  • Alleviates pain and tension, and helps you manage pain better
  • Decreases inflammation
  • Promotes speedy recovery from injuries (work, trauma, accident or sports-related)
  • Increases mobility and provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion
  • Improves circulation
  • Improves and strengthens immune system
  • Relieves musculoskeletal problems and improves posture
  • Reduces blood pressure
  • Improves insomnia 
  • Reduces anxiety and promotes an overall feeling of well-being in mind and body.

     

     

     

     

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    For more information or for an appointment please call Kerrie on 07969 742916/01245 349474