Physical well-being is as important as spiritual health and massage therapy is an opportunity to combine the two. More than just a relaxation tool, massages are quickly becoming a preferred holistic way to treat conditions such as physical injuries and stress-related symptoms. Regular treatment (administered by a licensed professional) can assist with anxiety, insomnia, headaches, joint pain, and digestive issues. Massages are also a great time to quiet your mind and relax, possibly even providing an opportunity for simple meditation. If you’ve never experienced the benefits of massage, consider trying one of the various therapies below.
- Swedish Massage: Using long strokes, Swedish massage is a gentler therapy that can be customized with lighter or firmer pressure, based on the client’s preference. This type of therapy should energize and relax you.
- Deep-tissue Massage: This particular technique uses more concentrated force in order to target the deeper layers of muscle and tissue in an effort to treat and heal injuries.
- Sports Massage: Similar to the Swedish massage, this type of therapy is geared towards individuals who are highly active in sports in order to treat or help prevent injuries.
- Trigger Point Massage: This type of therapy focuses on particular areas of the body where tight muscle fibers can form due to injuries or overuse.
- Hot Stone Massage: For this treatment, the therapist places hot stones on the certain areas of the body and its pressure points. The stones may also be used as massage tools. This is a very soothing and relaxing type of therapy.
