Swedish Relaxation Massage is the most common and best known form of massage performed today. The objective of Swedish style massage therapy is to relax the entire body by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart.
Additional techniques such as circular pressure with hands and palms, firm kneading and tapping can also be employed during a swedish massage session. Specialised massage oils and lotions are used to reduce friction and stimulate the skin. Swedish massage is great for increasing oxygenation of the blood while improving circulation while decreasing toxin buildup in the muscles, increasing flexibility and easing tension.