Swedish Massage
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Acupressure
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Polarity
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TYPES OF MASSAGE
Swedish Massage
A therapeutic approach to healing that applies a scientific system of activity to the soft-tissue structure of the human body by means of five different movements: long, gliding strokes, kneading of individual muscles, friction, hacking or tapping, vibration.
Key Benefits
Massage Magazine Article on Origin of Swedish Massage
http://www.massagemag.com/Magazine/2002/issue100/history100.php
Deep Tissue
Used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles not with the grain.
http://spas.about.com/od/massag1/a/deeptissue.htm
Acupressure / Shiatsu
Is a way of accessing and releasing blocked or congested energy centers in the body. This method uses the same meridian or channel as an acupuncturist uses, but the massage therapist’s tools used are fingers. http://acupressure.com/
CranioSacral Therapy
Is a bodywork technique that involves the applying of pressure to tender muscle tissue in order to relieve pain and dysfunction in other parts of the body. Sometimes massage and trigger point therapy are performed together. http://www.upledger.com/therapies/
Trigger Point Therapy
Energy fields and currents exist everywhere in nature. Polarity Therapy asserts that the flow and balance of energy in the human body is the foundation of good health.
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http://www.realbodywork.com/articles/massage-techniques/
Polarity
This technique for managing restricted range of motion within the joint.
https://www.amtamassage.org/articles/3/MTJ/detail/1773/polarity-therapy-going-wireless
Joint Mobilization Techniques
This technique for managing restricted range of motion within the joint.
http://www.massagetoday.com/mpacms/mt/article.php?id=14556
Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a special form of massage and is typically used before, during, and after athletic events. The purpose of the massage is to prepare the athlete for peak performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling, to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and to prevent injuries.
http://www.mamashealth.com/massage/sports.asp
Reflexology
Reflexology is the ancient art of foot massage which originated in China and which was also known to the Ancient Egyptians. It is believed that energy runs through the body in channels known as meridians and that massage of the feet stimulates these energy channels, promoting healing and relaxation. Every part of the foot corresponds to an area of the body, and massage of the feet stimulates the corresponding part of the body so that receiving a reflexology massage is regarded as the equivalent of a full body massage.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/111671-benefits-reflexology-massage/#ixzz2AjtpAtRbhttp://www.dk.co.uk/static/cs/uk/11/features/reflexology/footchart.html
Myofascial Release Therapy
Myofascial Release Therapy utilizes gentle, kneading manipulation that softly stretches, softens, lengthens and realigns fascia. http://www.myofascialrelease.com/treatment/
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
An Original hands-on method of lymphatic drainage developed by Bruno chickly, MD, DO. A gentle technique that works through the body's lymphatic system to activate and enhance the body fluid circulation, and stimulate the functioning of the immune and parasympathic nervous system. The result of these actions can include reductions in edema, detoxification of the body, regeration of tissue as well as many other benefits. http://www.tropos.us/Lymphatic%20Drainage.htm
Bamboo-fusion
Bamboo Fusion Massage is a form of massage combining techniques of Swedish massage and deep tissue along with benefits of relaxing and soothing heat. Bamboos are layered and infused to become solid developed and founded by Nathalia Cecilia. These bamboos sticks are kept warm during therapeutic massage sessions. This is another modality that is incorporated with many other modalities applied in a session that will enhances the full benefits to feel relieved of any stress, tight muscles, aches and pains. Please view Nathalie Cecilia's Bamboo-fusion table massage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejRYLm-JCKQ
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of therapy in which a local suction is created on the skin; practitioners believe this mobilizes blood flow in order to promote healing. Suction is created using heat (fire) or mechanical devices (hand or electrical pumps).
www.cuppingtherapy.org/
A therapeutic approach to healing that applies a scientific system of activity to the soft-tissue structure of the human body by means of five different movements: long, gliding strokes, kneading of individual muscles, friction, hacking or tapping, vibration.
Key Benefits
- Remove Toxins
- Deliver Nutrients To Tissues and Cells More Efficiently
- Recover From Strains and Trauma More Quickly
Massage Magazine Article on Origin of Swedish Massage
http://www.massagemag.com/Magazine/2002/issue100/history100.php
Deep Tissue
Used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles not with the grain.
http://spas.about.com/od/massag1/a/deeptissue.htm
Acupressure / Shiatsu
Is a way of accessing and releasing blocked or congested energy centers in the body. This method uses the same meridian or channel as an acupuncturist uses, but the massage therapist’s tools used are fingers. http://acupressure.com/
CranioSacral Therapy
Is a bodywork technique that involves the applying of pressure to tender muscle tissue in order to relieve pain and dysfunction in other parts of the body. Sometimes massage and trigger point therapy are performed together. http://www.upledger.com/therapies/
Trigger Point Therapy
Energy fields and currents exist everywhere in nature. Polarity Therapy asserts that the flow and balance of energy in the human body is the foundation of good health.
Click and scroll down
http://www.realbodywork.com/articles/massage-techniques/
Polarity
This technique for managing restricted range of motion within the joint.
https://www.amtamassage.org/articles/3/MTJ/detail/1773/polarity-therapy-going-wireless
Joint Mobilization Techniques
This technique for managing restricted range of motion within the joint.
http://www.massagetoday.com/mpacms/mt/article.php?id=14556
Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a special form of massage and is typically used before, during, and after athletic events. The purpose of the massage is to prepare the athlete for peak performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling, to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and to prevent injuries.
http://www.mamashealth.com/massage/sports.asp
Reflexology
Reflexology is the ancient art of foot massage which originated in China and which was also known to the Ancient Egyptians. It is believed that energy runs through the body in channels known as meridians and that massage of the feet stimulates these energy channels, promoting healing and relaxation. Every part of the foot corresponds to an area of the body, and massage of the feet stimulates the corresponding part of the body so that receiving a reflexology massage is regarded as the equivalent of a full body massage.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/111671-benefits-reflexology-massage/#ixzz2AjtpAtRbhttp://www.dk.co.uk/static/cs/uk/11/features/reflexology/footchart.html
Myofascial Release Therapy
Myofascial Release Therapy utilizes gentle, kneading manipulation that softly stretches, softens, lengthens and realigns fascia. http://www.myofascialrelease.com/treatment/
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
An Original hands-on method of lymphatic drainage developed by Bruno chickly, MD, DO. A gentle technique that works through the body's lymphatic system to activate and enhance the body fluid circulation, and stimulate the functioning of the immune and parasympathic nervous system. The result of these actions can include reductions in edema, detoxification of the body, regeration of tissue as well as many other benefits. http://www.tropos.us/Lymphatic%20Drainage.htm
Bamboo-fusion
Bamboo Fusion Massage is a form of massage combining techniques of Swedish massage and deep tissue along with benefits of relaxing and soothing heat. Bamboos are layered and infused to become solid developed and founded by Nathalia Cecilia. These bamboos sticks are kept warm during therapeutic massage sessions. This is another modality that is incorporated with many other modalities applied in a session that will enhances the full benefits to feel relieved of any stress, tight muscles, aches and pains. Please view Nathalie Cecilia's Bamboo-fusion table massage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejRYLm-JCKQ
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of therapy in which a local suction is created on the skin; practitioners believe this mobilizes blood flow in order to promote healing. Suction is created using heat (fire) or mechanical devices (hand or electrical pumps).
www.cuppingtherapy.org/
