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86The Soapy Massage
My first experience of massage was in an exhibition centre in the middle of Leeds in about 1969. I was there caring for a Giant Pacific Octopus but was waylaid by two girls working in the Sauna across the...
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84The Benefits of Swedish Massage
If you've ever treated yourself to a massage at a Spa during a special getaway, you probably enjoyed the benefits of Swedish massage. This is the most popular type of massage offered by therapists. Swedish...
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81First Time Getting A Massage -- Tales From A Spa Virgin
My first time getting a massage was interesting to say the least! Here is what a massage virgin should expect for her first time at a spa, as well as some tips on how to enjoy a massage.
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91Per Henrik Ling: Inventor of the Modern Swedish Massage
Often when one thinks of massage, what comes to mind are the long, flowing strokes and kneading motions of a style known as Swedish massage. Developed by Per Henrik Ling and taught today as the basis of more...
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71Learning Swedish Massage
The main type of massage therapy learned in massage school, at least in Texas, is Swedish massage. Swedish massage is used some in chair massage, but almost always in table massage. A Sweden-born gym...
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77Swedish Massage, A Short History and Background
Most massage textbooks credit Henri Peter Ling for developing the Swedish massage techniques in 1812 at the University of Stockholm. However, a Dutch practitioner (Johan Georg Mezger) is the one generally...
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56Massage San Antonio
Obviously, massage is the manipulation of target soft tissues like the skin, muscles,tendons, ligaments, joints, lymphatic vessels as well as gastrointestinal organs. Both natural body parts like the hands,...
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88Holistic Health: The Basics of Swedish Massage
A brief history of Swedish Massage, as well as the basic techniques and associated health benefits.
8 comments81Understanding Deep Tissue Massage Benefits
Deep Tissue Massage targets the deep tissue structure of the fascia and muscles, referred to as connective tissue. Of the many types of massage, deep tissue focuses on the release of muscle tension and...
0 comments54Buying A Massage Chair For Comfort
A massage chair is a big purchase for most people. This means is that we want to be prepared to make the best decision possible when we hit the show room. If there is nothing else that matters, we are buying...
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