What's the Difference Between Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue Massage? 

Swedish and deep tissue massage are both popular types of massage therapy that differ in pressure, technique, intended use, and focus areas.  Continue reading below the differences between the two to determine which style may be best for you.

About Swedish Massage:

Swedish massage is one of the most commonly offered massage techniques.  It’s sometimes called a 'classic massage'.  The technique aims to promote relaxation by releasing muscle tension.

Swedish massage is gentler than deep tissue massage and better suited for people interested in relaxation and tension relief.

Swedish massage helps loosen tight muscles caused by daily activities such as sitting at the computer or driving.

About Deep Tissue Massage:

Deep tissue massage is very similar to Swedish massage, but it goes farther and is intended for a different purpose. 

Deep tissue massage targets the inner layers of your:
- muscles
- tendons
- fascia, or dense connective tissue

Deep tissue massage uses many of the same stroking and kneading movements as Swedish massage, but there is far more pressure.  (This pressure can sometimes cause discomfort).

In order to reach the deep muscle tissue, your RMT will massage layer by layer of muscle, applying more and more pressure and employing special techniques with the fingers, fists, and elbows to reach and stretch that deep tissue.

This type of massage facilitates healing by releasing contracted areas of muscle and tissue, helps increase blood flow to the soft tissues, and may help to reduce inflammation.

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Chat with your Integrity RMT to find out which style is best suited for you - and please never hesitate to communicate with us if pressure is ever too much or not enough!

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Source:
https://www.healthline.com/hea...

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