Swedish/Esalen Massage

is considered in America to be the most classic and basic of all massage methods (in most of Europe, this type of massage is simply referred to as classic massage), and has been the basis for many other types of massage such as deep tissue massage and more.

Swedish massage therapy is a type of massage therapy that involves five key movements:

• vibration
• tapping
• kneading
• stroking
• friction

Using these five movements, practitioners of Swedish massage therapy are able to relax muscles and enhance oxygen flow throughout the blood.

Just as with many other forms of massage therapy, Swedish massage therapy can provide many benefits to the recipient. Using firm or gentle pressure, the practitioner will employ the five movements listed above (stroking, vibration, friction, kneading, and tapping) to create flexibility, relaxation, increased oxygen in the blood, and the easing of aches and pains. Swedish massage therapists apply deep pressure to help rid toxins in the body, to help recover more quickly from injuries, and to reduce emotional and physical stress.