How to Give a Swedish Massage for the Whole Back
Swedish massage relaxes muscles and increases the oxygen flow in the bloodstream. Swedish massage also releases toxins from the muscles. A variety of techniques and pressures are applied in the direction of the blood flowing from the heart.
Things You'll Need:
Massage table
Massage oil
1
Offer a selection of aromatic massage oils and allow the client to select a scent (or none) of his preference. Apply a small amount of massage oil to the palms of your hands.
2
Begin with effleurage. Apply gliding strokes using the thumbs, palms and fingertips from the shoulders down to the small of the back.
3
Add petrissage motions. These are kneading motions with the hands, palms and fingertips. Apply this motion over the entire back from the shoulders to the waist.
4
Switch to friction motions. Apply the palms, thumbs and fingertips in a circular motion up and down the back.
5
Introduce vibrating movements and/or tapping movements to help circulate the blood and break up knots in the tissues. Discontinue if the client expresses displeasure with these movements.
6
End the massage session using lighter strokes. The client should feel relaxed and invigorated after a good Swedish massage session.
Tips & Warnings
Ask for input about areas of tension or muscular pain before beginning the massage. Direct the massage to those areas.
Keep the room temperature at a comfortable level, and soften the lighting to enhance the relaxation.
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Swedish massage relaxes muscles and increases the oxygen flow in the bloodstream. Swedish massage also releases toxins from the muscles. A variety of techniques and pressures are applied in the direction of the blood flowing from the heart.
Things You'll Need:
Massage table
Massage oil
1
Offer a selection of aromatic massage oils and allow the client to select a scent (or none) of his preference. Apply a small amount of massage oil to the palms of your hands.
2
Begin with effleurage. Apply gliding strokes using the thumbs, palms and fingertips from the shoulders down to the small of the back.
3
Add petrissage motions. These are kneading motions with the hands, palms and fingertips. Apply this motion over the entire back from the shoulders to the waist.
4
Switch to friction motions. Apply the palms, thumbs and fingertips in a circular motion up and down the back.
5
Introduce vibrating movements and/or tapping movements to help circulate the blood and break up knots in the tissues. Discontinue if the client expresses displeasure with these movements.
6
End the massage session using lighter strokes. The client should feel relaxed and invigorated after a good Swedish massage session.
Tips & Warnings
Ask for input about areas of tension or muscular pain before beginning the massage. Direct the massage to those areas.
Keep the room temperature at a comfortable level, and soften the lighting to enhance the relaxation.
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