Swedish - Primarily used for stress reduction and relaxation. Long, sweeping strokes with light to medium pressure. Muscle kneading may be used throughout to help work out tense muscles, while friction may be applied with fingertips, knuckles and thumbs if the muscle requires deeper pressure.
Myo-fascial Release - Areas that appear stiff can play a part in widespread muscle pain. Techniques include a non-painful separation of muscles that may loosen the fascia which is restricting free muscle and joint movement.
Trigger Point - Technique that reduces adhesions or knots typically located in the shoulders, back and legs where muscle fibers do not fully extend\release after muscle contraction causing a build up of toxins and restricted blood flow causing a "dam like" effect. Some discomfort may be felt with this technique.
Deep Tissue - Targets inner layers of muscles to treat tendon injuries, pain and stiffness in major muscle groups and joints. Strokes are slower and typically across the muscle fibers. Requires use of forearms, elbows and knuckles which may require a firmer pressure. Tenderness may occur for as little as a day up to 48 hours or more after the session. Deep tissue does just not mean extra firm pressure and does not necessarily hurt or cause pain, it is about getting underneath certain areas of the body to the deeper muscles (under shoulder blade, deep 6 lateral rotator muscles under the gluteus maximus (butt), etc.
Stretching - Full body or selective stretching to release muscle tension and improve both flexibility and circulation which reduces soreness and extends the massage's beneficial effects. Enjoyable for all age groups with increased benefits for middle age and above.
Dry Exfoliation - Alternate to product based, wet option with uses of various tools like brushes, gloves, wash clothes, loofahs, etc. rubbed lightly over the back and legs to remove dried\dead skin. Performed prior to a massage or as a stand-alone service. Does not require a post session shower.
