Different kind of Spa Massage

                                                      Different Kind of Spa Massage

If you are thinking of getting a Spa massage and you don"t know the kind of massages available, her is Some informations about all kinds of massage.

1- Swedish Massage : in this kind of massage firm and gentle pressure is used to improve Circulation, ease       muscle aches and pain and improve Flexibility.

2- Deep Tissue Massage : This massage is aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia,also     called connective tissue. these massages should be done carefully because they are a bit more        uncomfortable than other types of massages.

3- Hawaiian lomilomi : This is a native Hawaiian healing Tradition, it uses rhythmic stroies, joint movement 

    and deep kneading to Looen the body and soothe the soul.

4- Sports Massage :  This massage stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids. it is done to break down      knots in the muscles and alleviate pain or injuries.

5- Hot Stone Massage : It uses smooth and heated stones. usuatty basalt stone ( a black vocanic rock ) is 

    used in this kind of massage.

6- Aromatherapy Massage : Aromatherapy Massage is done using aromatic essential oils of plants 

    and herbs.

    to heal and alleviate the pain and tension. This is usually done by lying in a water Tub Full of    fresh flowers 

    and aromatic oil to relax and soothe the mind.

7- Watsu Massage : this massage is done in warm waist-deep water. The person receiving massage is 

    placed in a special watsu pool that is slightly heated.

8- Reflexology : In this treatment the therapist works primarity on the hands and feet and certain    other points.     It is believed that working on specific points can help give a therapeutic effect to  other parts of the body.

9- Shiatsu Massage : This massage is a traditional japanese treatment that releases tension and  increases

    circulation through therapeutic pressure on the energy lines. in this kind of massage, pressure is applied 

    with the thumbs and palms to the areas of the body that are used in acupuncture.

10- Thai Massage : This massage uses passive stretching and gentle pressure on the body energy lines to 

      relieve muscle and joint tension, increase flexibilty and balance the body energy. It uses gentle 

     compression, a cupressure on specific energy lines, warm herbal compresses  and rhythmic stretching.

     This is not recommended for first times.

11- Ayurvedic Massage : This massage makes use of gentle circular motions on the pressure points to 

      release Toxins from the body.