Different Types of Massage Therapies

Massage therapies all over the world has been considered as a part of
our regular medical care as it is effective in relieving body pain,
relaxing our body, releasing stress, conditioning our mind, and
energizing our body. All of these benefits can be achieved no matter
which type of massage therapy you would choose. Most of the many types
of massage therapy deal with stimulating the central nervous system
which is believed to be the pathway of energy in the human body. A
simple stimulation of the muscles and tissues by the massage
therapists can reduce and remove body pain and stress from the
patient's body. Different types of massage therapy addresses different
types of ailments within the patient's body, although all of these
therapeutic massages have the ability to do the same healing process
with the other types. Below are some of the most commonly used massage
therapies on massage spas that are popular and effective in doing what
they do best with the patient's body: 1. Swedish massage – if you are
looking for a light massage which is relaxing and relieving, then this
fits your preference. Light oil or lotion is used on the patient's
body during a massage therapy session where the patient undresses for
the convenience of the massage therapist. Lying face down on a padded
massage bed, the therapist then works the whole body for a relaxing
and revitalizing experience. 2. Hot stone Massage – If you want a
variation of a Swedish massage, this massage therapy uses hot stones
to relax the muscles during a massage session. Basalt stones are
heated on water at a certain temperature before being placed on the
key areas of your body. The massage therapist also grabs hot stones
while massaging your body and will replace it when its temperature
cools down. The warmth of the stone releases toxins and tensions on
the muscle of the patient. 3. Reflexology – A massage therapy suitable
for those who are uncomfortable with taking off their clothes during a
massage therapy session. Reflexology focuses its healing ability on
the reflex areas of the hands and feet of the patient which are
believed to be connected to their corresponding body parts. This is
also a relaxing and stress-relieving experience. 4. Thai massage –
Another type of massage therapy that doesn't involve nudity during the
massage session. Thai massage originated in India which was developed
and used in Thailand as a source of medical care by monk
practitioners. This therapeutic massage is unlike the western style
massage which uses a padded massage table for their patient; instead a
futon mat is set up on the floor for the patient to lie down during
the massage therapy. Acupressure is used on the different body parts
of the patient while passive yoga is incorporated in this massage
therapy as a part of the healing or the patient. This is done in order
for the patient to achieve a good mind and body coordination which
aids the faster recovery of the human body.