Swedish massage is the manual manipulation of the soft tissue by gliding, kneading, pressing, pumping, rubbing and tapping strokes. The client is draped by a sheet or towel on a very comfortable and padded table. Massage is invigorating and re-energizing and also soothing and relaxing. Back to top of page 2. Massage relieves mental and physical fatigue and reduces stress, tension, and anxiety.
Massage increases blood oxygenation and circulation by dilating the blood vessels.
It increases metabolism and calms the nervous system. It speeds up natural healing and recuperating powers of the body. Soreness and stiffness in the joints and muscles is reduced. Harmful deposits are eliminated and the joints are nourished. Muscle tone is improved.