There are a variety of massages available so choosing a massage that works for you best is quite confusing. There is harsh deep tissue massage to fancy hot stone massage, and then there is mild Swedish massage Seattle WA, choosing one can be quite difficult. Anyway, if you are here then you are at the right place. Here we will cover the techniques that our experts and most massage therapists use while giving a variety of massages including but not limited to Swedish massage. So, without any further ado, let’s see what these techniques are and how they can be helpful. 

Effleurage

In this method, our massage therapist uses the palms, fingertips, or thumbs to provide lengthy, sweeping strokes that smoothly move over the surface of the body. It’s usually applied to warm up the muscles and encourage relaxation at the start and finish of a massage. This gentle technique is to prepare the muscles for a more vigorous massage. However, as Swedish massage remains gentle till the end it doesn’t cause much of a change but this massage technique is extremely important for other massages. 

Petrissage

In this technique, the massage therapist uses the hands, thumbs, or fingers to elevate and knead the muscles. This method releases tension, improves circulation, and lessens adhesions and knots by focusing on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. This technique is mostly used by our therapists while providing Full Body Massage Seattle WA. As this technique specifically works on the deepest layers of the tissues and muscles, it is a great way to break down muscle adhesions and enhance muscle flexibility. 

Friction

Friction is the method in which our massage therapist applies deep pressure in a circular or transverse motion with the thumbs, fingertips, or palms. This treatment improves blood flow to the injured area while aiding in the breakdown of adhesions, scar tissue, and muscle knots. This technique is particularly concerned with the hastening of blood circulation to increase nutrient uptake at sites where muscles are scarred and have adhesions. These nutrients help the muscles in their recovery thus increasing their resistance against any such thing in the future. 

Tapotement

Often referred to as percussion, tapotement is the rhythmic use of the fingers, fists, or edge of the hands to tap, chop, or cup. This method aids in relaxation, muscular stimulation, and nerve-ending stimulation. This is an advanced massage method that only qualified experts can employ with great precision. With Massage Parlor Seattle WA aka Blue Lotus Spa, you are lucky to have professionals who can provide you with the true essence of the massage by employing such techniques while giving you the massage.

Vibration

Vibration techniques apply trembling or shaking motions to the body with the palms or fingertips. This technique facilitates improved circulation, muscle relaxation, and tension release. This technique is often combined with other techniques to enhance the pleasing effect of the massage. 

Stretching

To improve general relaxation, decrease muscle stiffness, and promote flexibility, our experts sometimes also include stretches in Swedish massage Seattle WA sessions. To increase the range of motion in particular muscle areas, gentle stretching techniques are used. They are great for you whether you are doing a sedentary job or a physical one. This technique enhances the muscle flexibility and making them resistant against soreness. 

Joint mobilization

Using this method, the client’s joints are gradually moved through their range of motion. It supports improved joint health by lowering stiffness, increasing flexibility, and both. 

Cross-fiber friction

This method applies pressure across the muscle’s grain to target particular regions of the fibers. It can lessen adhesions, break down scar tissue, and increase suppleness.

Trigger point therapy

This method concentrates on particular, sensitive muscle spots that may refer pain to other areas of the body. These trigger points are compressed in order to relieve pain and release tension.

Rhythmic tapping

To promote circulation and ease muscle tension, our therapists might lightly tap the body with their fingertips or cupped hands in a rhythmic tapping motion.

In the end, we would just say that our experts make sure to customize your massage experience as per your needs by applying different techniques. So, book your appointment now without wasting a single minute and let our experts remove your stress.