Types of Massage

a massage therapy technique which encourages waste products to leave the body via the lymphatic system.

massage technique in which deep pressure is applied to tissue and underlying muscle.

massage technique performed on soft tissues with fingers and thumbs.

a massage technique in which tissues are pressed and released in an up and down movement.

rapid, percussive tapping, slapping and cupping of the massage area to work and strengthen deep-tissue muscles.

tone, texture, temperature, tenderness

...to increase the blood circulation and prepares the muscle for more vigorous techniques.

...free up movement of tissues and muscle by treating muscle knots or spasms.

kneading, wringing, skin rolling, and pick-up-and-squeeze.

soft tissue manipulation performed with pressure across ligaments, tendons, fascia and muscles.

...a vibrating and shaking motion onto the muscles that can be performed in a soothing or stimulating way.

a rhythmic percussion, most frequently administered with the edge of the hand, a cupped hand, or the tips of the fingers