Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best know type of therapeutic massage. Developed in the 1700's by a Swedish doctor named Per Henrik Ling, Swedish massage can be used to promote general well being and enhance self-esteem, while boosting the circulatory and immune systems to benefit blood pressure, circulation, muscle tone, digestion, and skin tone. It is often given as a complete, full body technique where all the major muscle groups are covered, though sometimes only a part of the body is worked on.
By using long, slow soothing strokes, Swedish massage reduces tension in the back, neck, shoulders, head, arms, hands, legs and feet, providing a deep relaxation effect. With the proper pressure, duration and location, immediate release of tension and improved musculuar functioning may occur.
By applying deep pressureto muscles and bones and by rubbing concurrently with the circulation towards the heart, Swedish massage purposefully enhances oxygen flow in blood and helps to rid toxins in the muscles. Oil is usually used, first warmed in the therapist's hands, which facilitates the
stroking and kneading of the body, thereby stimulating metabolism and circulation.
Swedish massage is meant to be a quiet, relaxing experience, and therapists often play soft music in the background while administering the massage. It is a unique healing and de-stressing system that helps enhance over all wellness on the physical and emotional planes and best of all, it is suitable for all ages. Due to its many
therapeutic benefits, Swedish massage is now gaining acceptance from the medical community as a complementary treatment. It is the most predominant example of traditional European massage and it is also the most commonly used method in the United States.
Swedish Massage, head, neck and back, 30 minutes........ ................$30
Swedish Massage, full body, 60 minutes,............................................$50
Swedish Massage, full body, 90 minutes..............................................$80
