This type of massage was developed by Swedish physiologist, Henri Peter Ling in the early 1800’s. Swedish massage is a general, systemic manipulation of the soft tissues of the body (muscles, ligaments and tendons) to induce a state of deep relaxation.
Swedish massage utilizes five main techniques:
 | | Long, gliding strokes
| | | Kneading of individual muscles
| | | Compressing/Friction
| | | Vibration
| | | Tapping
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Benefits of Swedish massage include:
| | Improved blood and lymphatic circulation
| | | Released toxins
| | | Eased muscle aches and tension
| | | Increased flexibility
| | | Deepened sense of relaxation
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