CHOOSING A TYPE OF MASSAGE

By American Massage Theraphy Association

There are many types of massage and sometimes massage techniques become fashionable. Though some consumers may know a specific massage modality or technique they want, it is generally best to ask your massage therapist what massage modality will give you the results you want. Most massage therapists use a variety of massage modalities or types in a massage session to best achieve desired results.

The four most common types of massage are:

• Swedish: The most common type of massage, to relax and energize you.
• Deep tissue: For muscle damage from an injury, such as whiplash or back strain.
• Sports: To help prevent athletic injury, keep the body flexible and heal the body should injury occur.
• Chair: Massage of the upper body, while fully clothed and seated in a special portable chair.