Here is an Overview of What a Swedish Massage Entails:
1. You will lie on a massage table. The lighting will be dimmed. Soft music is generally played. You will be asked to take off any jewelry. If you happen to have long hair, you will be asked to pull it back into a ponytail so it doesn’t get in the way. You will be asked to undress down to your underwear and you will be covered by a towel.
2. Your face will be massaged first. The Therapist’s fingertips will gently rub your forehead and cheeks in a circular motion. Your scalp will be rubbed next; then your arms, hands, the fronts of your legs and feet. Your hands and feet will be rubbed to stretch out sore areas. The Therapist will rub his or her hands together to warm the oil before using it for the massage.
3. You will be asked to roll over in order to massage the backs of your legs and then your back. The back is usually massaged starting at the neck and then working down the back using hands and forearms to press down. Your Therapist will use his or her fingers to rub tense areas. He or she will be careful that the pressure isn’t too much.
4. Upon completion, you will lie still for a few moments before sitting up slowly. You may feel somewhat unsteady at first, but that diminishes quickly.
Swedish massages are noted for firm pressure to promote relaxation. The procedure relieves muscle aches as well as improves circulation. Gliding strokes, tapping, kneading, and friction is used.
If you would like to experience this type of relaxation, I suggest you Google day spa Pittsburgh or wherever city in which you live to find a reputable massage therapist.
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