Types
of Massage
There are many types of massage that are available at Madison Area Massage. These include but are not limited to:
Swedish Massage: Uses a firm but gentle pressure to improve the circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, improve flexibility and create relaxation.
Prenatal Massage: Promotes relaxation, soothes nerves and relieves strained back and leg muscles in expectant mothers, particularly in the second and third trimesters.
Sports Massage: A type of Swedish massage that stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids. Some sports massage movements break down adhesions (knots in the muscles) and increase range of motion.
There are four types of sports massages:
* pre-event sports massage -- a short, stimulating massage 15 - 45 minutes before the event. It is directed toward the parts of the body that will be involved in the exertion.
* post-event sports massage -- given within an hour or two of the event, to normalize the body's tissues.
* restorative sports massage -- given during training to allow the athlete to train harder and with less injury.
* rehabilitative sports massage -- aimed at alleviating pain due to injury and returning the body to health.
Medical/Injury Massage: Swedish techniques and range of motion work is mainly done to restore range of motion and decrease pain depending on the injury or illness. Studies have also shown massage can strengthen the immune system.
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What
type of massage is right for you?
If you aren't sure exactly what you want or what you need that is ok! We can customize any session to your needs. Please be sure to go over any preferences you do have as well as any medical issues with your therapist and when you schedule your appointment.