The Swedish massage style, which actually originated from a Dutch massage expert Ohann Georg Mezger, features massage techniques such as kneading, sliding, friction, vibration, and rhythmic tapping to in order to reduce pain, joint stiffness, and fix mobility issues in patients suffering from musculoskeletal problems.
Medical Analysis
When you first entre your massage therapist’s office, they will ask detailed questions about your general health and any specific medical conditions that you have, or physical pain that you are suffering from. In particular, your massage therapist will want to know specific answers to questions about prior surgeries or any major injuries that you may have suffered. Once your medical history and analysis is complete and your massage therapist has a thorough understanding of your medical needs, they will …show more content…
Your massage therapist will apply a small amount of a specifically-prepared oil to your affected body part, gently stroking the affected joint with a combination of one of the five major techniques used in Swedish massage. This strokes will warm your body’s joints and muscles up, allowing blood to circulate throughout the joint and tissues. Once your body has been properly warmed up, your massage specialist will begin to work out the knots in your muscles, which will further increase blood circulation and help to relieve the pain you are suffering from.
Benefits
Increased Circulation
One of the most important benefits associated with this massage style is the increased circulation that results from a massage session. By performing the five major stroke techniques, your massage therapist can help to stimulate movement in your circulatory system and increase blood flow throughout your body, which can help heal injuries and reduce inflammation.
Pain