According to the Indian Massage Therapy Association, massage therapy is defined as “the scientific manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for the purpose of normalizing those tissues and consists of applying pressure and moving the body tissues.” There are different types of massages with their own set of benefits.
Swedish massage is a type of relaxation massage that can be used to increase blood circulation and decrease muscle tension by using slow, repetitive and rhythmic motion. It stimulates the body to produce endogenous opioids to block pain receptors in nerves and also has a calming effect on the muscle and mind.
There are many benefits associated with getting a Swedish massage, including: