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Swedish Massage

 

Swedish massage has become a catch all phrase for the manipulation of the soft tissues of the  body, including skin, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and fascia. Most often performed with oil.  The specific swedish techniques include stroking, vibrations, shaking, effleurage (light long strokes), petrissage (circular manipulation), tapotement (percussive techniques) and rocking.  Also see Massage Therapy.

  

 

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