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Swedish massage involves mild to deep pressure with a variety of massage techniques such as kneading, tapping, and stroking. People use Swedish massage as a way to promote relaxation, which is why many people experience their first massage while on vacation in Santa Barbara.
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A muscle strain, or pulled muscle, occurs when your muscle is overstretched or torn. This usually occurs as a result of fatigue, overuse, or improper use of a muscle. Strains can happen in any muscle, but they’re most common in your lower back, neck, shoulder, and hamstring, which is the muscle behind your thigh.
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Lymphatic massage, also called lymphatic drainage or manual lymph drainage, is a technique developed in Germany for treatment of lymphedema, an accumulation of fluid that can occur after lymph nodes are removed during surgery, most often a mastectomy for breast cancer. Similar to regular massage clients are draped on a massage table.
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Orthopedic massage is a type of injury rehabilitation that focuses on the muscles and soft tissues surrounding joints. The aim of orthopedic massage is to relieve pain while restoring balance to the tissues and create a fuller range of motion.
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Massage therapy has been shown to: Reduce your stress hormone levels by 30 percent. And increase serotonin and dopamine levels by 28 and 21 percent.
How Massage Therapy Can Help Relieve Stress
Headaches.
Fatigue.
Sleep Problems.
Anxiety.
Irritability.
Inability to focus.
Depression.
And restlessness.