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 relief. People who receive regular full-body Swedish massage find that they feel healthier, more energetic, less stressed, and are less susceptible to illness with improved sleep and sharper thinking.
Deep Tissue massage differs in that it primarily focuses on specific areas of tight muscles and works to correct postural distortion by stretching the connective tissues and muscles layer by layer, creating freedom of movement by releasing fascial adhesions and chronic muscle contraction. It is a misconception that deep tissue massage simply means heavy pressure. In our Jupiter, FL location our highly skilled therapists use variable amounts of pressure in a precise manner to facilitate deep muscle release. Our therapists will always work within your tolerance level during a deep tissue massage to help you ultimately gain improved posture, pain relief and increased range of motion.
Deep Tissue massage also has myriad health benefits. The release of habitually tight muscles relieves chronic pain and speeds the healing of injuries. Balanced posture improves organ function and athletic performance. Relieving the stress and energy drain of chronically tight muscles improves general health as well.
Although different in focus, Swedish and Deep Tissue massage are excellent compliments to one another. At Jupiter Massage & Pilates we use a combination of the two to help our clients to achieve a pain free lifestyle and overall feeling of wellbeing. We include deep tissue work at no extra charge so every time you book a massage you know you will be getting the maximum benefits. Book your appointment today!
Jupiter Massage & Pilates
125 W Indiantown Rd. #102
Jupiter, FL 33458
561-529-2093
jupitermassageandpilates.com

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