Swedish Massage Techniques

Here is our jargon buster for some terms used in massage:

Petrissage
Aa squeezing movement applied across the muscle fibres. Also called kneading, wringing or rolling, it helps to break up knots and tension spots.

Friction
Aa variation of petrissage, friction stokes use the thumbs and fingers to apply small circular motions

Percussion
Also known as tapotement or hacking, uses the sides of the hands to strike repeatedly onto the muscle. Can be either relaxing or stimulating depending on the pressure used.

Effleurage
Uses both hands to apply long, gliding strokes that follow the direction of the muscle fibres

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I have recently experienced my first remodelling therapy session with the gentle giant that is Ryan. It was a most relaxing therapy and I felt as if my body was being realigned. Every movement was done gently and effortlessly assisted by Ryan. My limbs were gently repositioned and it felt like I was being given the ability to move more easily. I felt like falling asleep and am sure I would have done had it not been for my phone ringing ( this is a first for me I usually switch it off but forgot to, annoyingly!). The one hour session just flew by and following it I felt, as mentioned before, as if my body had been restored to its correct alignment. I felt totally relaxed and as I walked I did so with a better posture. If you have any aches and pains I would totally recommend this treatment to you. I had been experiencing pain in my hip after sleeping, but after the session this was greatly reduced. Also movement in general has been made easier. I hope this testimonial encourages you to give it a go, I have certainly benefitted from it and will be booking again.