Relaxation Massage / Swedish Massage

Relaxation massage is helpful to calm down the nervous system, to releave stress and to promote a sense of overall well-being. The benefits for the health of the one receiving the massage is substantial. Amoung others, the effects are improved blood circulation, stimulation of the bodies' lymphatic system which is responsable for carrying away waste products. Relaxation massage is also know to help with insomnia, and to promote emotional balance and clarity of mind.

The main focus in relaxation massage is release of tension in the body. The therapist will not work at the pain limit, and there is less focus on working out serious adhesions or knots in the muscle tissue. Relaxation massage makes use of smooth and long strokes, which will make the receiver relax.