IndianMassageTypes of Massage and Health Benefits

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Types of Massage and Health Benefits
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What Are The Best Massages?

• There are many types of massage, ranging from
  those that require long and smooth movements to
  those that require short movements and greater
  pressure on the body. some massage therapists use
  oils and lotions, others do not. A massage can
  last from 5 minutes to 2 hours.
• Before you can decide on the best massage for
  you, you need to ask yourself the following
  question. do you want a massage to relax or
  control stress? or do you need to alleviate the
  symptoms of an injury or illness? 

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1. Lymphatic Drainage Massage

• The lymphatic system helps remove waste from your
  body. An active and healthy lymphatic system uses
  the natural movements of muscle tissue to
  eliminate everything that is left over from your
  body. 
• Two stages of Lymphatic Massage Cleaning and
  Reabsorption
• The purpose of cleansing is to create a vacuum
  with gentle pressure so that the area is primed
  to bring in more fluid, creating a rinsing
  effect. The second part of the lymphatic massage
  is reabsorption. to perform this stage of the
  massage.

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2. Swedish Massage

• The most common type of massage is the Swedish
  Massage. These are long, smooth strokes as if
  they were kneading your body light, rhythmic
  movements with small strokes, in the upper layers
  of the muscles. This is also combined with the
  movement of the joints by relieving muscle
  tension. Swedish therapy can be relaxing and
  energizing highly recommended after you've had an
  injury.

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3. The Deep Tissue Massage

• Deep Tissue Massage is best for paying attention
  to some of the most painful and stiff trouble
  spots you may have on your body. The massage
  practitioner uses slow, deliberate movements that
  focus on the layers where the muscles, tendons,
  or other tissues are located. Deep tissue massage
  can be therapeutic, relieving chronic patterns of
  tension and helping with muscle injuries, such as
  sprains, and back strain.

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4. Sports Massage

• Developed to help with the muscular systems used
  for a particular sport.
• Sports Massage uses different techniques to help
  athletes in training, before, during or after
  sports. You can use it to help flexibility or
  prevent injuries, or it can help muscle strains,
  helping to heal a sports injury.

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5. Thai Massage

• During a Thai Massage, the masseur uses his body
  to massage the client, having a wide variety of
  positions and movements. This type of massage
  includes compression of the muscles, mobilization
  of the joints and acupressure.

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6. Hot Stone Massage

• For this type of massage, the masseur places
  heated stones on certain areas of the body, such
  as acupressure points. The stones can be used as
  massage tools or can be left static. Used in
  conjunction with other massage techniques, Hot
  Stone Massage can be very calming and relaxing as
  they transfer heat to the interior of the body.

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7. Massages During Pregnancy

• During pregnancy, the body goes through big
  changes. Massage during Pregnancy can help with
  these changes, reducing stress, reducing swelling
  in the arms and legs, and relieving muscle and
  joint pain. Massage can be particularly helpful
  during a time when medications and other medical
  options may be more limited. 

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What are the Health Benefits of Massage?

• There are just some of the health problems that
  can be helped by Indian Massage. however, consult
  your doctor if you want to cure any disease
  through massage.
• Back pain
• Headache
• Osteoarthritis 
• Cancer Symptoms
• Depression