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Massage can relieve pain, promote relaxation and contribute to the overall well-being of the person receiving it. Massage professionals can receive training in different therapies that have their own unique attributes and benefits. A person wanting to receive massage should understand the different techniques so they can choose the therapy most appropriate for their needs.
Swedish
Swedish massage forms the basis for most massage performed in day-spa environments. Swedish massage has four basic strokes: effleurage, petrissage, tapotement and vibration. A massage therapist performs these strokes on the body in the direction that the blood circulates to the heart. Most massage therapists in the United States receive training in this type of therapy.
Shiatsu
The shiatsu massage method originated in Japan. A therapist trained in this type of massage works to restore proper balance and coordination to the body's skeletal, muscular, circulatory and digestive systems by applying pressure to certain points on the body. Practitioners of this therapy claim that during treatment, the receiver experiences a peaceful, tranquil state that allows him to view his life situation with clarity and insight.
Pregnancy
Expectant mothers can relieve some of the aches and pains they experience in the back, neck and shoulders by having a pregnancy massage. This massage uses some of the same movements as basic Swedish massage techniques, but the practitioner has taken special classes to understand what areas of the body should be avoided during the massage. An expectant mother with severe swelling, pregnancy-induced high blood pressure, preeclampsia or a high-risk pregnancy should not have this kind of massage.
Neuromuscular
Neuromuscular, also referred to as trigger point, massage effectively treats pain caused by injury to the soft tissue, such as muscle strain. A massage therapist works the deep layers of muscles, applying alternating levels and durations of pressure to the injured area with the fingers, knuckles or elbows. Though this type of massage may feel painful, once the soreness fades, the muscles should feel more relaxed.
Sports
Sports massage, based on Swedish and neuromuscular massage techniques, helps reduce the stress or injury athletes inflict on their bodies. Many athletes have this massage before an event to help them perform their best, while others use it to help their injuries heal quickly. Many massage clinics offer this type of therapy to any one who has aches and pains, whether they do physical labor or work in an office environment.
Medical
Massage therapists administer medical massage in a clinical setting. The therapist treats conditions such as TMJ, headaches, chronic pain, fibromyalgia and sciatica using a variety of massage techniques. Only highly trained massage professionals perform this type of therapy. A physician prescribes medical massage, because a therapist doesn't have the certification to claim to treat medical conditions.
Swedish
Swedish massage forms the basis for most massage performed in day-spa environments. Swedish massage has four basic strokes: effleurage, petrissage, tapotement and vibration. A massage therapist performs these strokes on the body in the direction that the blood circulates to the heart. Most massage therapists in the United States receive training in this type of therapy.
Shiatsu
The shiatsu massage method originated in Japan. A therapist trained in this type of massage works to restore proper balance and coordination to the body's skeletal, muscular, circulatory and digestive systems by applying pressure to certain points on the body. Practitioners of this therapy claim that during treatment, the receiver experiences a peaceful, tranquil state that allows him to view his life situation with clarity and insight.
Pregnancy
Expectant mothers can relieve some of the aches and pains they experience in the back, neck and shoulders by having a pregnancy massage. This massage uses some of the same movements as basic Swedish massage techniques, but the practitioner has taken special classes to understand what areas of the body should be avoided during the massage. An expectant mother with severe swelling, pregnancy-induced high blood pressure, preeclampsia or a high-risk pregnancy should not have this kind of massage.
Neuromuscular
Neuromuscular, also referred to as trigger point, massage effectively treats pain caused by injury to the soft tissue, such as muscle strain. A massage therapist works the deep layers of muscles, applying alternating levels and durations of pressure to the injured area with the fingers, knuckles or elbows. Though this type of massage may feel painful, once the soreness fades, the muscles should feel more relaxed.
Sports
Sports massage, based on Swedish and neuromuscular massage techniques, helps reduce the stress or injury athletes inflict on their bodies. Many athletes have this massage before an event to help them perform their best, while others use it to help their injuries heal quickly. Many massage clinics offer this type of therapy to any one who has aches and pains, whether they do physical labor or work in an office environment.
Medical
Massage therapists administer medical massage in a clinical setting. The therapist treats conditions such as TMJ, headaches, chronic pain, fibromyalgia and sciatica using a variety of massage techniques. Only highly trained massage professionals perform this type of therapy. A physician prescribes medical massage, because a therapist doesn't have the certification to claim to treat medical conditions.
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