Massage Terminology & Definitions

• Relaxation is a systematic and scientific manipulation of the soft tissues for the purpose of improving and maintaining health.

• Swedish is an integration of science and art through physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual reconnection to bring you to a deeper level of relaxation for rehabilitation and prevention.

• Deep Tissue broadens the fibrous tissues of muscles, tendons, or ligaments, breaking down unwanted fibrous adhesions and thereby restoring mobility to muscles in a way that cannot be achieved by passive stretching or active exercise.

• Sports Massage is a method of massage especially designed to prepare an athlete for an upcoming event and to aid in the body’s regenerative and restorative capacities following a rigorous workout or competition. This is achieved through specialized manipulations that stimulate circulation of the blood and lymph. Some sports massage movements are designed to break down lesions and adhesions or reduce fatigue.

• Hot Stone Massage is a specialty massage that uses smooth, heated stones. They are basalt stones, a black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat. It is a deeply soothing, relaxing form of massage. The heat helps release muscle tension.

• Chair Massage is massage done in a specially designed padded chair. You remain fully clothed and no oils are used while your shoulders, neck, upper back, head, and arms are massaged.

• Couples Massage is two people getting a massage in the same room, at the same time, by two different therapists. This is a great idea for newlyweds on their honeymoon night. It can be a husband and wife, girlfriend and boyfriend, best friends, or even moms and daughters.