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There are several types of massage that focus on different parts of the body or healing approaches. Massage is the practice of rubbing and kneading the body using the hands. During a massage, a massage therapist will apply gentle or strong pressure to the muscles and joints of the body to ease pain and tension. A massage therapist is a person trained in giving massages.
Read on to learn about the different types of massage and which type might be right for you.
Full Body Oil Massage
Full body oil massages combine soft, gentle pressure with the use of essential oils. Your massage therapist will usually decide which essential oils to use, but you can let them know if you have a preference. Essential oils are diluted before being applied to the skin.
During the massage, you’ll be given a full-body massage while inhaling essential oils through a diffuser and absorbing them through your skin. Sometimes an aromatherapy massage will only focus on your back, shoulders, and head. You won’t wear any clothing other than underwear, which is optional.
Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is a gentle type of full-body massage
It can help release muscle knots, and it’s also a good choice for when you want to fully relax during a massage.
For this massage, you’ll remove your clothes, though you may choose to keep your underwear on. You’ll be covered with a sheet while lying on the massage table. The massage therapist will move the sheet to uncover areas that they are actively working on.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage is almost exactly what it sounds like. Using a heavier than swedish massage pressure deep tissue manipulation attempts to restore normal movement and relieve pain through the longer, slow strokes.
Head and Shoulder Massage
Head and shoulder massage that focuses on your neck, shoulders, and back. It helps to relieve stress and promote relaxation. This type of massage uses light to medium pressure.
Sensual Massage
Sensual massage is a relaxing, form of massage that stimulates the erogenous zones of the body, not only to help alleviate stress and inflammation but also to bring bliss and pleasure. The sensation of touch can bring a sense of safety and comfort. It brings out the pleasures of the human body. The stimulation of the muscles is coupled with the tactile sensation of the skin.
Sensual massage does not involve oral or any kind of penetration. It is a normal massage with erotic massage techniques that promote both relaxation and stimulation.
Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massage is best for people who have muscle pain and tension or who simply want to relax. This type of therapeutic massage is similar to a Swedish massage, only the massage therapist uses heated stones in lieu of or in addition to their hands. It eases muscle tension, improves blood flow, and relieves pain by using heated stones.