Swedish massage is the most commonly used method.
It involves five basic hand techniques used to manipulate the soft tissues, resulting in increased circulation and generalized relaxation. A rigorous, therapeutic sports massage, with its muscle kneading and active range of motion exercises, increases flexibility and is helpful in preventing strains and other injuries. You might like to try Shiatsu massage. This Japanese technique is based on gentle manipulation combined with finger, hand, or foot pressure along what are described as the bodys energy pathways. Another alternative is neuromuscular therapy.