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Ever been to a spa and you are presented with a dozen different treatments to choose from? Don’t know what the heck those names mean? Been recommended a therapy that made your body ache more? The thing is different massages are intended to fit different needs. Here are 10 of the most common massages with brief descriptions to help you decide which physical therapy would suit you the most.
1. Swedish massage is a classic full body massage that relaxes and stimulates at the same time. This technique helps in de-stressing sore muscles, reducing tension points and increasing blood circulation.
2. Shiatsu massage is a Japanese-style pressure point technique. Using the ancient concept of acupuncture, this massage focuses on critical energy points, applying pressure on them. This achieves a balanced life force energy, called chi.
3. Deep tissue massage is an invigorating technique that bears some similarities with the traditional hilot. This energizing massage provides deep pleasure as it works on deeper tissues and integrates elbows and forearms in coordinated movements.
4. Twin massage is just as the name implies. It provides the pleasurable synchronized movements of two therapists simultaneously. Promoting mental and spiritual solace, not only does this one-of-a-kind experience releases tension and relaxes, it also balances the body’s center.
5. Thai massage is a massage previously practiced in Thai temples. This technique is similar to yoga as it focuses on stretching and working on pressure points with gentle assistance from the therapist. This unblocks energy and releases tension.
6. Herbal massage is a Thai technique that encourages the absorption of energy using herbs. Prakop, as the Thais call it, is a steamed pouch consisting of herbs indigenous to Thailand. This hot compress helps in normalizing circulation and energy flows. Using the shiatsu technique, the prakop is pressed along the meridians of the body. The relieving experience results in comfort and healing.
7. Aromatherapy massage makes clever use of aromatic essential oils. This is a gentle and soothing formula designed to aid the functionality of the body’s equilibrium and improve mental and physical health.
8. Volcanic rock massage is the answer to aching muscles. It uses hot basalt stones with two purposes. One is to treat sore knots while the second is to achieve deep relaxation through the help of the warmth.
9. Indian head massage is also called Champimassage. This system has been practiced for over 1000 years in its native land. This is purely a scalp massage using Indian herbs that is guaranteed to stimulate and activate inactive energy and balance the energy points, called chakras.
10. Aromascalp and shoulder massage fuses the use of aromatherapy oils with brisk massaging movements. This energetic technique offers relaxation and stress relief. Stimulating blood circulation, it also encourages hair growth.
The best way to enjoy the massage and maximize its benefits is taking a contrast therapy bath before the session. This entails dipping in two tubs (hot and cold) alternately for about five minutes each for half an hour. Only then will you be ready to fully indulge in the rejuvenating experience that is your massage of choice.
All 10 massages mentioned and more (including the contrast therapy bath) are available at many spas around Metro Manila. I recommend going to The Spa, where they also do traditional hilot, moor spa hair and scalp treatment and other foot, nail and paraffin treatments. They also provide access to gym facilities and sauna, steam and vanity amenities

By Ed Biado

Resource: http://www.manilastandardtoday.com/?page=goodLife2_feb19_2008