this is a Body massage originating in Sweden. Swedish body massage is the original massage technique involving a sequence of movements working superficially and deeper into the tissue layers. The skin's natural functions will be stimulated improving the condition of the skin. The warmth created will help relax the body physically and mentally.

Movements such as effleurage work over the skin with the palm of the hand producing relaxation, whereas movements like petrissage work deeply. Petrissage movements such as wringing and kneading will help to relieve tension promoting deep relaxation in the tissues.

As no two people are alike, the body massage sequence will be adapted to each client's needs. Massage treatments can be one hour or half hour long treatments, treatments may also be described as back massage, stress massage, all being adaptations of a Swedish body massage.

The client's modesty is respected at all times. The client is covered in soft towels, which are turned back to reveal only the area to be massaged at that time. Areas massaged in a full body massage are normally, legs, arms, front of shoulders, abdomen (optional) back of legs or thigh and back.

Benefits of massage:

• Increased feelings of relaxation and contentment
• Relief from pain e.g. from stress and tension, lower and upper back pain and headaches
• Improved blood and lymph circulation
• Improved skin condition
• Increased energy levels
• Endorphins are released during massage producing the feel good factor
• Increases a general sense of health and well being