What is the Best Massage for You?
Massage is one of the most enjoyable health treatments you can imagine. The enormous benefits include stress and tension release, pain relief, and relaxation. You get these benefits alongside the simply glorious feeling of getting a high-quality massage. When people enquire about Glow Vibes’ massage services, the most common question is “what sort of massage is best?” In this article, we will discuss some of the main types of massage, the benefits of each one, and where you can go to find the best massage in Mildura for you.
Relaxation Massage
Glowvibes Massage Mildura specialises in relaxation massage. This is the most popular massage type, and for good reason! During a relaxation massage, you can let go of the worries of the world and focus on that sublime feeling. Your tensions will be eased, you’ll feel lighter, calmer, and clearer. If you’re looking to treat yourself, you can’t go past a quality relaxation massage.
Your massage therapist will use their hands or arms to promote muscle relaxation. Massaging the muscles releases tension, soreness, and toxins from the muscles, leaving a feeling of wellbeing that is unmatched. Many people find that relaxation massage is a way to unwind from life’s stressors, allowing your whole body to feel relaxed and calm.
The main areas of the body focussed on for relaxation are the neck and shoulders, back, legs, and feet. Using long, slow, deliberate strokes promotes a deep sense of muscle relaxation and tension release. Massage oil is used to promote a fantastic, warm sensation on the skin. While some clients like to talk, we find that most like to lay quietly, and savour every moment. It’s not uncommon for people to fall asleep during these sessions either!
Here at Glowvibes, we use essential oils suited to the clients needs, whether than be calming the mind, reducing pain, or decreasing inflammation. These oils are contained in a carrier oil that is used on the skin, and in a diffuser that reaches the olfactory system, which then gets passed through other systems in the body.
While relaxation massage does not claim to heal any specific ailments, we have had clients whose chronic pain is eased by our relaxation massage. In some instances, clients have been able to stop regular physiotherapy appointments after receiving their relaxation massage.
Relaxation massage is the best option for gifts, tension release, and those new to massage. Click here to book your relaxation massage at Glow Vibes.
Deep Tissue Massage
Similar to relaxation massage is deep tissue massage. Both types use long, continuous strokes to promote the release of muscular tension. However, deep tissue massage targets the inner layers of muscles and other connecting tissues. Therapists will mostly use their elbow or forearm to apply more pressure into the inner layers, promoting healing more deeply.
Deep tissue massage is usually used to treat issues such as long-term pain and tension, strains, and injuries. This form of massage uses techniques designed to improve blood flow to targeted areas of the body, promoting muscular and tissue recovery.
Even though the intention of deep tissue massage is to heal and promote recovery, it can also be super relaxing! While relaxation massage is usually enjoyed in silence, deep tissue massage requires more dialogue with your massage therapist, especially if you have a low pain threshold! Your therapist will regularly be asking you if you’re happy with the level of pressure.
Deep tissue massage is a great option for those who undertake highly physical activities, people experienced in getting massage, or those who regularly complain of having troublesome ‘tight’ areas. Contact us now for our recommendations on the best deep tissue massage in Mildura.
Trigger Point Massage- “It hurts so good!”
Trigger point massages target specific areas where the body holds most tension. This massage is designed to release tension in the knots throughout your body. Muscle knots aren’t actually twisted or kinked muscles. In fact, knots are usually a muscular spasm that causes the area to feel slightly hardened. If you’ve ever had a muscle knot, you’ll be family with the nagging, aching sensation that normally sits around your neck and shoulders.
Your therapist can feel these knots in your muscles and will use their elbows, wrists, or knuckles to massage and release the area, so that it loosens up and returns to normal. It is common for clients to feel a strange, ‘delicious’ sort of pain in these areas. “It hurts so good” is one way we often hear our clients refer to trigger point massage.
Trigger point massage is a good choice for those who have pain in very specific places. Oftentimes, your massage therapist will use trigger point massage techniques if they find knots in your body during a relaxation massage, with your permission of course.
Contact us for more information on trigger point massage, or to make your appointment today!
Sports Massage
Sports massage is used to prepare someone for an athletic performance, to prevent injury, or to help athletes with their recovery.
Sports massage can be used before, during, or after a sporting event, with athletic performance in mind. Because of this, sports massages are usually not very relaxing and can be downright painful! Sports massage can be useful to release and stretch tight muscles and connective tissue, to remove pain and tension in troublesome areas, and to promote recovery.
Have you ever felt sore in the days after exercising? You’re most likely experiencing delayed onset muscle soreness, or DOMS. Sports massage after an event can greatly reduce the severity of DOMS, as well as aid in the recovery of other sprains and strains. You’ve most likely seen your favourite footballer receiving sports massage on the bench before, during, or after a game. Sports massage can be extremely useful in promoting performance and recovery.
Sports massage is an important part in the life of an athlete. Contact us today to find our recommended sports massage therapists in Mildura.
Prenatal and Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy and prenatal massage is a type of massage therapy specifically designed for pregnant women. It may help to relieve the various aches and pains that are associated with being pregnant.
Pregnancy massage can help to deliver some pain relief in the back, neck, shoulder, feet, and legs. Some women experience a build-up of fluid, which often results in swelling around the legs, ankles, and feet. During these sessions, massage therapists may be able to assist in the reduction of swelling. Pregnancy massage may also be helpful to promote feelings of relaxation.
While many of the benefits of pregnancy and prenatal massage are similar to other forms of massage, it can be quite different in a practical sense. Often, pregnancy and prenatal massage is done with the client lying on their side. This helps to take the pressure off of the internal organs. Special care must be taken to provide a safe and comfortable massage environment for the client and baby; therefore, pregnancy massage is a highly specialised area.
Pregnancy massage may be a great option for pregnant women who are sore, achy, or in need of some relaxation. Please note that pregnancy massage is not recommended in the first trimester of pregnancy. Contact Glow Vibes to discuss our recommendations of pregnancy massage in the Mildura area.
Conclusion
Massage is an amazing way to improve your health and wellbeing. As well as the many health benefits, it just feels amazing! Contact us today to discuss the best type of massage in Mildura for you.