What is Swedish Massage?
Swedish Massage is what most people think of as "regular" massage. It combines effleurage (long strokes) and petrissage (kneading) to relax muscles. Additionally, percussion and friction can be used to "wake the body up."

Will I be dressed or covered during a Massage?
It is helpful if the client is undressed, but the option is to undress to your level of comfort. You are always under a sheet and only the part of you getting massaged is uncovered. The primary areas where clothing causes the most interference are the shoulders and back.

Is Massage supposed to be uncomfortable?
Most massages feel either relaxing and soothing or invigorating, but they are not usually supposed to hurt. There are a few exceptions, like triggerpoint therapy and some kinds of deep-tissue work, which can be very uncomfortable at times. A properly trained Licensed Massage Therapist will monitor your comfort level. At any time during a session you should always insist that a Therapsist reduce the pressure if it exceeds your comfort level.

What is Sports Massage?
Sports Massage is exactly what it sounds like - massage specifically designed to aid athletes in getting prepared for competition or to soothe the sore muscles that come from strenuous competition or practice. Deep compressive strokes are used to flush out the build up of toxins.

What is stretching good for?
Stretching is an amazing way to loosen up tight muscles and joints. Active stretching (where you assist) or passive stretching (where you do not) are both terrific ways to work out sore points or 'kinks' in shoulders, lower back or legs. Stretching is a normal part of Sports Massage and may be added to any Massage.
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After the Massage:

* Drink lots of water. This helps the rid body oftoxins that you were able to release during the massage.
* Plan to take the first 20 minutes after a massage lightly. For example, go on a short walk or sit quietly.
* This allows the massage to settle nicely into the body. After many massages, a nice warm bath or shower is very refreshing and maintains the effects of the session.