Pedersen Dr Peter Chiropractor & Osteopath
Osteopath in Gold Coast

Pressure used ranges from delicate to deep a massage therapist will usually ask which you prefer and a therapist will use a variety of techniques during the massage. Here is a general overview of what you can expect from the different types of massage. For relaxation, try Swedish, connective tissue, deep tissue, warm stone, pregnancy massage, or the forms of Hawaiian or Thai massage. The therapist can change the oils and types of strokes to have this effect. Sometimes simply the placing of hands on a person’s body will have a deeply nurturing and healing effect. All these massage therapies will amplify circulation, relieve tension, ease muscle imbalances and encourage flexibility. The woman will need to lie on her side, or on a table specifically designed for pregnant women so they can lie on their belly. The system of massage treatment involves the therapist using their hands to apply pressure on your body. Some massage concentrates more on relaxing the client whilst others will labor more deeply at repairing damaged muscle tissue. It may be that you need to try several forms of massage to find what works superior for you. Here is a quick guide to the maximum popular types of massage therapy to help you figure out which massage therapy style is right for you. Heated, slick stones are placed on definite points on the body to warm and loosen taut muscles and balance energy centers in the body and the client experiences deep relaxation. A series of Swedish Massage style techniques is impaired with the therapist holding the stones and applying delicate moving pressure (with essential oils) to work away muscle tension. Hot stone massage is good for people who have muscle tension but prefer lighter massage. It uses specialized techniques to support and speed up the body's own fix mechanisms. Deep tissue massage is used for chronically taut or painful muscles, repetitive strain, postural problems, or recovery from injury. This is a more physical manipulation of the body using compliant stretching and affectionate pressure with the hands and feet. Allied with yoga stretching movements, this massage will assist to adjust the skeletal structure, increase flexibility, relieve muscular and joint tension, stimulate inner organs and balance the body's energy system. You don't impartial lie there.the therapist moves and stretches you into a sequence of postures. Thai massage is more energizing than other forms of massage. It is also reduces stress and improves flexibility and range of motion. Also called prenatal massage, pregnancy massage is becoming increasingly popular with expectant mothers. Sports massage is specifically designed for people who are involved in physical activity. The focus isn't on relaxation but on preventing and treating injury and enhancing athletic performance.