Now, about That Swede among Us

In my overview article for this four-part series, I talked a bit about why it’s important to “shop” for the right massage therapist and the type of massage that will work best for you. In this

article, I am introducing you to

Swedish, the most-requested massage type.

On the website of Massage magazine, Selena Belisle tells us that Swedish is a light-touch therapy during which clients can ask the therapist to use a variety of pressures throughout the body in any order they wish.

It is among the most popular of massages because its primary focus is relaxation and tension relief. In fact, a study discussed in Massage magazine (“Swedish Massage Decreases Vital Signs Associated with Anxiety”) reported that Swedish massage can reduce blood pressure.

A therapist may even incorporate a bit of Swedish with Deep Tissue, thus creating a kind of hybrid Swedish / Deep Tissue therapy that focuses on a specific area AND promotes relaxation. See if your massage therapist offers this type of hybrid therapy.

Remember: You are in control of your self-care, and you know your body.

That’s why, at Nature’s Whisper Healing Arts, we recommend the following 6 simple steps to

get the most out of your massage:

1. Call to inquire about the therapist’s style, techniques, specialties.

2. Schedule a free consultation (if available).

3. Ask your doctor about which therapies will complement your health-care regimen. (He or she may recommend our Lymphatic Drainage Massage [LDM] as a way to alleviate swelling, for example.)

4. Try a 30-minute session to start.

5. Take advantage of promotions to learn more about the therapist.

6. Visit the website or send an email message to find out more.

In the meantime, please consider visiting our website or sending an email message to schedule a free consultation or a massage.