Swedish massage was developed by Swedish doctor, Per Henrik in the 1700’s. The firm yet calming pressure throughout the treatment characterizes this type of massage.
The five basic strokes of a Swedish massage include:
Gliding
Kneading
Vibrations
Friction
Hacking
During the massage, all of the above strokes are all applied in the direction of the heart. This is done in order to encourage blood circulation and the disposal of bodily waste.