Swedish Massage vs Deep Tissue: Which is right for you?
Swedish Massage vs Deep Tissue: Which is right for you? To decide which type of massage is right for you it is helpful to understand the differences between Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue Massage, two of the most popular massage styles in the U.S. today. Swedish massage addresses the body as a whole with the primary effects being to increase circulation and promote overall relaxation as well as general pain relief. As Swedish massage increases the circulation of blood and lymph, it has the result of cleaning and nourishing soft tissues--the skin and muscles. During a Swedish massage the muscles are kneaded and stretched as well as smoothed, lengthened, and drained of excess fluid with long, firm strokes. Vibration or percussion may also be used to stimulate or release muscles thus producing an overall calming and rejuvenating effect. The health benefits of Swedish massage are plentiful including increased circulation, lowered blood pressure, improved immune function and stress