Power Massages for a Healthy You

By: Alex De Mostafa

Don't you just love getting yourself pampered and spending one lazy afternoon at the spa getting a back rub? You'll be pleased to know then that there's a whole lot of ways you can give that back of yours a good treat. Take a pick at the following list of the popularly practiced massages today.

Aromatherapy is massage that makes use of scented oils to suit specific needs. The oils have different soothing effects like stress-relief, relaxation and invigoration, among others. Lavender is one of the most-commonly used and has a very lingering sweet scent.

Swedish is seemingly the most common massage type used. It employs the use of pressure on the muscle while lotion or oil is applied. Methods include circular movements, tapping, long strokes and kneading. This type increases blood circulation and eliminates toxins.

Shiatsu meanwhile uses the pressure of the fingers as well as the palms, elbows and knees to particular points of the body called "meridian", holding these points with a rhythmic pattern. It improves energy flow and helps the body regain balance.

Thai massage includes stretching and involves moving the body parts in different directions, similar to yoga. It reduces stress and improves flexibility.

Reflexology, also known as foot massage, focuses on the hands and feet, applying pressure on reflex areas, hence the name. These reflex zones correspond to specific body parts/organs. It has a very relaxing effect and provides relief from stress, headache and back pain.

Deep tissue massage is intended to target the deeper layers of the muscle to release the tension. It is used to ease inflammation, muscle pain/strain, problems on posture and to recover from an injury.

These are just some of the many common types of massages. Be sure to consult a professional masseuse to find out which one best suits your body needs.

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