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2. Deep Tissue Massage: Benefits, What to Expect, and Side Effects

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   Deep tissue massage is a massage technique that’s mainly used to treat musculoskeletal issues, such as strains and sports injuries. It involves applying sustained pressure using slow, deep ...

3. Massage Therapy Styles and Health Benefits - WebMD

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   Massage therapy is a form of manual therapy that involves moving soft tissues in the body to reduce stress, ease muscle tension, and promote relaxation and overall well-being. It is a hands-on ...

4. Massage Types and Benefits - Healthline

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   Massage is the practice of rubbing and kneading the body using the hands. During a massage, a trained massage therapist will apply gentle or strong pressure to the muscles and joints of the body ...

5. Massage - Wikipedia

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   Massage (video) Massage is the rubbing or kneading of the body's soft tissues. [1] Massage techniques are commonly applied with hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearms, feet or a device. [2] [3] The purpose of massage is generally for the treatment of body stress or pain.

6. Massage Techniques and Types: Swedish, Deep Tissue, and More

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   The most common is the Swedish massage, which is a whole-body therapeutic massage designed to relax the muscles and joints. Other popular types include deep tissue, shiatsu, hot stone, reflexology ...

7. How Often Should You Get a Massage? - Healthline

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   A scalp massage can be very relaxing, and it may even lower your blood pressure and heart rate. One study in Korea showed that women working in an office experienced these health benefits from 15 ...

8. What Is a Swedish Massage? - WebMD

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   A massage involves manipulating the muscles and joints to relieve stress or pain. This is achieved by relaxing tight muscles and promoting blood circulation. Getting a Swedish massage can also be ...

9. Swedish Massage vs. Deep Tissue Massage: Which Should I Choose?

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   Swedish massage is gentler than deep tissue massage and better suited for people interested in relaxation and tension relief. Swedish massage may loosen up tight muscles caused by daily activities ...