Massage Spa Dallas

Different types of Body Massage

There are many different types of body massage which do different things for your body.

You may want to have a deep tissue massage which relaxes your muscles or you may want a massage which will make you feel calm and more in tune with your body.

Massage therapy has many benefits that you may not know about, which are listed bellow.

• Reduces lower back pain
• Massage helps to promote digestion
• Massage can calm aggressive or unruly behaviour
• Helps to increase white blood cell count
• Promotes circulation
• Improves skin condition
• Improves lymphatic drainage
• Promotes a healthy mind set
• Helps to reduce aches and pains
• Helps to promote recovery after operations.

These are a few of the great benefits massage has to offer.

This page has information about the different types of massages available and the type of massage which will suit your needs.

Swedish body massage is very popular in the United States. A Swedish body massage uses long strokes and circular movement which promotes lymphatic drainage and also promotes circulation in the body. The treatment uses essential oils and people can choose this treatment if you want to feel totally relaxed.

Aromatherapy massage combines a relaxing massage with essential oils, which are massaged into the body. Lavender is the most common oil as it has relaxing properties. The smell can sometimes give people a headache and you will need to tell the therapist if you don't want a certain type of oil.

Hot stone massage uses smooth stones, which are heated gently and relaxes the connective muscle tissues. This is a great massage for people who have problems with posture and painful muscles and also for people who are recovering from an injury.

Deep tissue massage is also great for helping people who have painful muscles and uses a combination of different pressures and is done in a slow manner. 

Thai massage uses compressions and stretches to release tension in the body and is a energising massage. It also improves body flexibility.

Reflexology is also known as an intense foot massage. This massage is very relaxing especially for people who have to stand for long periods of time and want to improve the condition of the feet. The therapist will also use essential oils to soften hard tissue. 

Sports massage is specially for people who are into physical activity. Other than putting your body into a state of relaxation, a sports massage is meant to increase body flexibility and will loosen the muscles greatly.

Indian Head massage is another great relaxation massage which incorporates the face, back, scalp and hair. The massage also uses essential oils which improve scalp functionality and promote relaxation.

Another massage has been shown recently which is meant to reduce the aftermath of having a big night on the town. This video shows you how to massage a hangover away the day after. This also works for people with headaches.

Some of the spas offer great offers to local companies who have recieved free day passes and free treatments as they have given the spas some great business. Rudel Construction often have guests staying with various spas as they renovate thier homes and have been rewarded with different masage packages. They also helped to get some spas ready for the hurricane season by boarding up windows and making sure that there was minimal damage.