Swedish Massage in Calgary

Our Calgary massage and wellness clinic offers a variety of massage therapy services to relieve your pain, discomfort and stress. We specialize in massage therapy treatments such as a Swedish massage. What sets a Swedish massage apart from any other massage therapy? Read our FAQs below to learn how a Swedish massage can benefit you - even if you aren't experiencing any muscle pain.

History Of The Swedish Massage Technique

Swedish massage therapy has been practiced since ancient times. It was originally used by physicians to treat patients with rheumatism and other ailments. In the early 1900s, Swedish massage became popular among people who were seeking relief from pain and stress. Today, Swedish massage remains one of the most popular forms of massage therapy.

Swedish massage therapy involves using long strokes and kneading movements to stimulate muscles and relax tension. A therapist uses his or her hands, elbows, forearms, and fingers to apply pressure to specific areas of the body. The goal is to help clients achieve relaxation and relieve muscle tension.

Benefits Of Swedish Massage Therapy

Swedish massage therapy has been used for centuries as a treatment for pain relief and relaxation. It is also known to help with muscle tension, circulation, and lymphatic drainage. In addition, it helps improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety.

Swedish massage therapy involves using long strokes across the body, starting at the head and moving down to the feet. The therapist uses his or her hands to apply pressure to specific areas of the body, such as the neck, shoulders, back, arms, legs, and feet. During the session, the client lies faceup on a table covered with a sheet. A towel is placed under the knees to prevent them from sliding off the table.

Swedish massage therapy has been used for centuries to treat a variety of conditions, including muscle pain, arthritis, and stress. In fact, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), research shows that massage therapy reduces anxiety and depression, improves sleep quality, and helps people cope with chronic pain.

Choosing A Registered Massage Therapist For Swedish Massage

A good Swedish massage therapist should also be able and willing to adapt his or her technique to suit each client's needs. For example, if a client has arthritis, the therapist might adjust the pressure applied to certain areas of the body. If a client has chronic pain, the therapist might focus on specific trigger points. He or she should know how to use pressure points, such as knuckles, elbows, knees, and feet, to help relieve tension and stress. The therapist should also be able to work on muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia (the connective tissue between muscle groups). In addition, the therapist should be able to provide deep tissue massage, which involves working deeper into the body than other types of massage. Deep tissue massage helps release toxins from the tissues and stimulates blood flow.

Meet our team of registered massage therapists in Calgary, and inquire about a Swedish massage treatment!

Which Massage Therapy Treatment Is Best For Me?

We offer many different types of massage therapies in our clinic. Our registered massage therapists will work with you to create an ideal treatment plan based on your needs. If you aren’t sure, read our blog post on how to decide which massage therapy treatment might be best for you. For any other questions, please contact our clinic.