There are a good number of massage therapies that have been developed over the years. The most common types that you encounter will be the following. Swedish massage is the main type for major relaxation. It is typically a full-body massage using a gentle touch. It is a good choice for people who are new to massage therapy. Swedish massage helps you to get into a relaxed emotional state of mind. Deep tissue massage gets into the muscles to release tightness. It helps people who are dealing with injuries, chronic muscle pain, and general muscle tightness. Sports massage is similar to deep tissue massage. Sports massage will focus on muscles that get used the most in sports and other repetitive types of activities. This can loosen tight muscles, address sports injuries and help prevent injuries. Trigger point massage focuses on muscles that are locally tight or in spasm. The therapist will focus on these points to loosen them and increase blood flow to the area. This type of massage is effective with chronic pain. Myofascial release massage treats the fascia, which is the connective tissue under the skin. The massage therapists will knead and stretch muscles and fascia to relieve tension and tightness. Lymphatic massage works to increase the flow of lymphatic fluids. This form of massage uses a gentle touch to increase the flow of fluids through the body. It works well for people who are dealing with chronic issues like arthritis or who have had lymph nodes removed. Prenatal massage helps moms-to-be to relax. It helps to alleviate the aches and pains that come with being pregnant.