Get The Perfect Spa Therapy With This Guide

Spa therapy is one of the best ways to get your mind and body relaxed.

But choosing the perfect spa therapy for you is the biggest task. From Hot Stone therapy to Balinese therapy, the spa menu can be mysterious for almost anyone who isn’t too familiar with best spa therapy services. So, I would suggest you to make sure to check which type of massage a practitioner can provide. Have a conversation with several different practitioners to find the one who understands your needs and is used to working with people with similar goals.

Do not forget to tell the masseur about any allergies related such as to scents or plant oils, to make your massage even more relaxing and beneficial without that concern.

Here’s is a guide for you to choose perfect spa therapy the next time you plan a solo spa date or one with friends....

1) Hot Stone Massage-

As the name says, this massage is performed by using hot stones (usually basalt stone- a volcanic rock that retains heat well) on particular points of your body. Check with your doctor before going for hot stone massage. The warmth of the stones can be relaxing for your body.

2) Shiatsu Massage-

This Japanese form of spa massage aims to stimulate acupressure points on the body to improve the flow of energy and help regain balance. It is usually done on floor without using any kind of oil or lotion. If you are uncomfortable of getting naked, then this massage is best for you as you have to wear loose clothes while having this therapy. The therapist performs the massage in a rhythmic way by pressing each pressure point for about two to eight seconds.

The other health benefits of Shiatsu Massage is for the treatment of health problems such as arthritis, insomnia, back and neck pain, sciatica, and even sinus problems.

3) Swedish Massage-

It is said that the Swedish therapist Peter Ling is wrongly attributed as the Father of Swedish Massage. In Europe and Sweden in particular, this therapy is known as ‘Classic Massage’. It is especially suggested for the beginners and is basically pain killer therapy. The therapist uses simple techniques or movements like sliding, kneading, rhythmic tapping, friction and shaking.

4) Thai Massage-

A traditional Thai massage takes place on a spa table where the therapist assists your body into yoga postures. If you are not comfortable with nudity, this is the therapy for you as it does not require oil.

5) Aromatherapy Massage-

As the name suggests, various kind of aromatic oils such as hamomile, lavender or rosemary are used in this therapy. When you are not in the mood for something strenuous but wish to simply relax a tired body and stressed mind, try an aromatherapy massage. But before going for this therapy, make sure that your therapist is using actual essential oils with healing properties and not synthetic fragrance oils. Secondly, essential oils should never be applied directly to the skin. They should be mixed with sweet almond, olive or any other type of oil.

6) Deep Tissue Massage-

This therapy mainly focuses on relieving chronic muscle tension or pain. The therapist uses a lot more pressure than in any other massage therapy.

It also disperses scar tissues, post-injury scarring at the muscular level which causes difficulty in movement. It is also recommended to people suffering from blood pressure.......Read More