De-stress and decompress with Swedish home massage

Of all the massage techniques utilised by home massage therapists, therapeutic Swedish massage is perhaps the most popular.  This full-body treatment has been appreciated since ancient times for it’s calming effects and many physical and emotional benefits.

Are you thinking of experiencing this home massage treatment for yourself? Let’s explore the process and subsequent benefits…

How is a Swedish massage applied?

Swedish massage is a full-body therapy, so your home massage therapist will first of all conduct a brief consultation, clarifying any issues you may have, such as pre-existing injury, allergies and pregnancy as these conditions will alter the way the massage is applied. Your massage therapist will then expect you to remove any items of clothing, drape a towel over you, and instruct you on how to position yourself on the massage table.

Your home massage therapist will smooth luxury Massage Oil on your skin – usually beginning with your back first – and apply long strokes with their hands following the five traditional Swedish techniques of gliding, kneading, friction, stretching and tapping. The massage will move onto your legs, stimulating circulation, then the arms, neck and shoulders. This technique will vary depending on your therapist’s experience and training, as well as any issues you’ve flagged in your initial consultation.

You can expect to feel your muscles warm and relax as your massage therapist works with varying pressure on your tension points. The important thing to remember with any home massage treatment is that you’re in control – if the massage pressure is too firm or too light, speak up. Similarly, if at any point during the massage you feel uncomfortable, let your home massage therapist know.

Swedish massage benefits

Hopefully you’ll feel the lasting benefits during and after your massage. Stress and tension will lessen, muscles and joints will feel more flexible, and minor health complaints such as headaches should dissipate. While there have been reports of significant symptom relief and increased pain tolerance as a direct result of home massage therapy, Swedish massage works best for serious health complaints when paired with support and advice from a medical practitioner – as a complementary therapy.

About the Author

Natasha Dwyer is founder and managing director of Return to Glory – London’s provider of wellness treatments to over 250 SME’s. She has been writing about the health industry for many years. For more information please visit Return to Glory

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