Massage

What is massage used for?

Massage therapy (including myotherapy) is the practice of kneading or manipulating a person’s muscles and other soft-tissue in order to improve their wellbeing or health. It is a form of manual therapy that includes holding, moving, and applying pressure to the muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia.

What should you not do before a massage?

Ten Things Not To Do Before a Massage

• Don’t Sunburn. … 
• Don’t “Caffeinate” … 
• Don’t Eat a Large Meal. … 
• Don’t Run a Marathon. … 
• Don’t Apply Lotion or Oil. … 
• Don’t Apply Topical Medications, Patches or Tapes. … 
• Don’t Take Prescription Pain Medication.

What are the 7 basic massage?

They are:

• Swedish massage.
• Thai massage.
• Sports massage.
• Reflexology.
• Deep tissue massage.
• Shiatsu massage.
• Lymphatic drainage massage.

What are the 5 type of massage?

5 Different Types of Massage Therapies and Their Benefits

• Swedish Massage.
• Deep Tissue Massage.
• Lymphatic Massage.
• Sports Massage.
• Oncology Massage.

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