Swedish massage
Classic spa rubdown
Swedish massage is a style of massage therapy using long gliding strokes, kneading, and circular pressure applied with the hands and forearms.
It's the most common type offered at spas and wellness centers, intended for relaxation and muscle tension relief rather than deep tissue work: I booked a Swedish massage after the stressful week.
Light massage technique
- petrissageMassage technique using compression
- kneadingManual dough development
- glidingEngineless aerial movement
- strokingRubbing softly, repeatedly
friction · vibration · pressure · manipulation · circular · rhythmic · flowing · smooth
Free from agitation
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
- unwindRelease accumulated tension
de-stress · stress relief · tension release · peace · comfort · ease · restfulness · pampering
Movement through a system
- muscle recoveryTissue rebuilding after strain
- pain reliefEasing of discomfort
- tension reliefReduction of strain
- flexibilityAbility to adapt easily
range of motion · lymphatic drainage · detoxification · soreness · knots · trigger points · rehabilitation · sports recovery
Facility promoting physical wellbeing
- essential oilsConcentrated plant-derived aromatics
- towelsCloths for drying
- robesLong loose outer garments
- appointmentScheduled time for something
therapist · practitioner · ambiance · candles · relaxation music · hot stones · booking · session
Maintaining personal wellbeing
- well-beingState of health, contentment
- holisticAddressing interconnected wholes
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
- mindfulnessAwareness of the present
rejuvenation · vitality · restoration · nurturing · health maintenance · stress management · body awareness · mental clarity
effleurage
Light massage technique
- petrissageMassage technique using compression
- kneadingManual dough development
- glidingEngineless aerial movement
stroking · friction · vibration · pressure · manipulation · circular · rhythmic · flowing · smooth · gentle
calm
Free from agitation
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
unwind · de-stress · stress relief · tension release · peace · comfort · ease · restfulness · pampering · indulgence
circulation
Movement through a system
- muscle recoveryTissue rebuilding after strain
- pain reliefEasing of discomfort
- tension reliefReduction of strain
flexibility · range of motion · lymphatic drainage · detoxification · soreness · knots · trigger points · rehabilitation · sports recovery · chronic pain
wellness center
Facility promoting physical wellbeing
- essential oilsConcentrated plant-derived aromatics
- towelsCloths for drying
- robesLong loose outer garments
appointment · therapist · practitioner · ambiance · candles · relaxation music · hot stones · booking · session · gratuity
self-care
Maintaining personal wellbeing
- well-beingState of health, contentment
- holisticAddressing interconnected wholes
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
mindfulness · rejuvenation · vitality · restoration · nurturing · health maintenance · stress management · body awareness · mental clarity · renewal
- wellnesshealthy, wellness, fitness, exercise, nutrition
- muscle recoveryfoam roller, ice bath, rest day, active recovery, yoga
- spa servicesfacial, facials, sauna, steam room, hot tub
- spa treatmentsfacial, manicure, pedicure, facials, mud mask
- wellness spashealth spa, spa day, spa treatment, spa therapy, day spa
- bodyworkmanual therapy, bodywork, deep tissue, hot stone therapy, reflexology
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