Nirvelli day Spa massage therapy With all of the different types of massage therapy offered today, it might be a bit daunting to choose which one is best suited for you – especially if it’s your first time.

When it comes to Swedish massage and Deep Tissue massage, both are very popular, but for customers who know nothing about massages, it might be a little tricky to choose between the two.

Here’s what you need to know about the differences between the two types of massage, what areas each target and which one is best for your needs.

Swedish Massage

The Swedish massage is the foundation of the art of massage. It’s typically characterized by friction techniques, kneading, and long strokes, and can be performed using either gentle pressure or deeper pressure. The Swedish massage is the usual go-to if you’re dealing with a lot of stress from work, school, or just everyday life! It’s a soothing, relaxing massage that relaxes muscle tissue while increasing the body’s circulation, sending healthy, oxygen-rich blood to your muscles and tissues.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue massage is much more muscle-tissue focused. Specifically for pain relief, deep tissue massages are characterized by much deeper pressure. They’re great for removing knots and breaking up scar tissue, making them a favorite of athletes, as well as those who do manual labor like heavy lifting, farming or repair work. Unlike the Swedish massage that just works on the top layer of muscle, a deep tissue massage works through to get to the deeper layers of muscle tissue.

A Swedish Massage is the one for you if:

You’re experiencing stress. It will allow you to relax and calm down after a particularly stressful week or month, helping you to remain stress-free, happy and at peace.

If you just want to spend a weekend relaxing on your own for some general self-care, a Swedish massage is simple but effective.

Better moods, sleep, and mental focus are just three of the benefits of a Swedish massage. If you’re looking for something light and regular that has lasting effects, the Swedish massage is for you.

A Deep Tissue Massage is a much better choice if:

You’re experiencing chronic pain in your muscles

You have a job or hobby that requires substantial physical activity that might cause you to feel achy, strained or overworked.

You have old injuries that are still bothersome. If you have an old injury that never properly healed, a deep tissue massage will help with scar tissue and adhesions that are present.

If you’ve been torn between a Swedish massage and a Deep Tissue massage, there’s no need to worry! With these simple tips on which massage suits your different needs, you can have a much better sense of direction on which massage is the one for you.

For more information on massage therapy or to schedule an appointment contact Nirvelli Day Spa at 919-297-0107.