| Swedish massage |
Swedish massage involves the use of hands, forearms or elbows to manipulate the superficial layers of the muscles to improve mental and physical health. Active or passive movement of the joints may also be part of the massage. The benefits of Swedish massage include increased blood circulation, mental and physical relaxation, decreased stress, muscle tension and improved range of motion.
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| Swedish massage |
A European massage technique intended to relax muscles and improve circulation with the use of massage oils and gentle manipulations such as long strokes, kneading and tapping.
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| Swedish massage |
The platform for most Western massage training is based on a series of strokes and movements developed in Sweden early in the 19th Century.
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| Swedish massage |
Common system of massage using kneading, stroking and pummeling to achieve relaxation and increased circulation of the blood.
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| Swedish massage |
a system of long strokes, kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints.
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