The most common modality
used in "relaxation" massage.
"Swedish" massage is the use
of the fingers, hands, forearms
and elbows to apply touch.
The massage is performed with
the use of a lubricant such as
an oil, cream or salt and is
performed on a massage table.
The client dresses down to
her/his level of comfort and
lies on the table. The therapist
moves around the table using
a variety of Swedish
techniques to bring relaxation
to the entire body.
Shiatsu is Japanese for "finger-pressure".
This massage modality uses the thumb, hand, elbow
and simple limb motions and stretches to adjust the
body's physical structure and natural inner energy,
"Ki".
The client rests on a pad on the floor or a massage
table. The therapist moves around the client
performing the Shiatsu movements.
Therapeutic Massage is a "focus" on the aches
and pains often found in our bodies.
Using various adaptions of Swedish, Shiatsu
and Sports Massage techniques, the client
finds relief from muscle and joint pain.
Assessments for therapeutic massage is taken
at the time of intake when the client fills out
the confidential medical information form.
