Massage is a form of therapy that has been around for centuries, and its benefits are well-known. But did you know that massage can help improve circulation, energy, and alertness? In this blog, we’ll explore the ways in which massage…
Release Tension And Reduce Pain With Shiatsu Massage
Shiatsu massage is a traditional Japanese massage technique that uses finger pressure to stimulate specific points on the body, known as acupressure points. These points correspond to the same points used in acupuncture, but instead of needles, shiatsu massage uses…
Relieve Pain And Tension On The Deeper Layers Of Your Muscles
Deep tissue massage is a type of therapeutic massage that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It is often used to relieve pain and tension in the muscles and connective tissues, and can be especially beneficial for people…
What It Takes To Be A Massage Therapist
Being a massage therapist might seem like an easy and somewhat glamorous job but it actually requires a complex knowledge of the human body as well as some physical strength. With over 650 muscles, the body is a complex system…
Swedish Massage Is The Most Common Style Today
Chances are that if you’ve been for massage, the style of massage you received was what is commonly referred to as Swedish massage. This technique was developed about the beginning of the 19th century in Sweden and is typically attributed…
Japanese Shiatsu Massage
Japanese massage or shiatsu massage is an ancient therapy in eastern cultures but it didn’t become popular in the West until the early part of the 20th century. This type of massage differs from traditional Western massage (which is typically…
Thai Massage
Thai massage actually originated in India but was introduced to ancient Thailand or Siam when Buddhism was brought to the region thousands of years ago. This type of massage was once performed by monks in healing rituals and is part…
Indian Massage – Marma-Point
The Indian massage technique of Marma-Point is in keeping with many Eastern therapies which concentrate on the integration of the body and the mind. This is a very old massage technique that has been practiced for thousands of years and…
Hawaiian Massage – Lomilomi
Different cultures have different types of massage and the Hawaiian culture is no exception. This Hawaiian massage called Lomilomi involves the use of knees and elbows in addition to the masseuses traditional “tools” of fingers and palms. Along with elbows…
Asian Massage For Deep Muscle Work
Asian massage techniques have been around for thousands of years and many are related to eastern medicine where the whole body is treated. These techniques have energy alignment as their basis and work to create better energy flow in the…