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Massage Tips an
 Massage Techniques
This information is not meant to replace any medical treatment. It is offered here as aservice. Use this information at your own risk. No guarantee is made towards validity.This is my personal belief on how these types of massages work on me.
 Lorraine V.
Massage can be used for more than simply removing tension, through the benefits torelaxation are considerable (reduced stress, for one.) All types of massage involve usingthe hands/feet/elbows/etc to manipulate the muscles of the body.Like Martial Arts, there are a number of 
 styles
of massage. These styles vary with theform of manipulations, use of pressure points, goals of the massage, exact form of themanipulation, and various other factors.Some of the many side benefits to a good massage are: improved feeling of well-being,improved immune system, improved healing (eg: sports injuries,) and so on. Plus it justfeels darn good.Some types of massage are intended to work and relax tight/sore muscles, others go for deeper healing functions.
Some Massage Styles
Here is a list of types of some of the various massage types/styles and their benefits.
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Acupressure
: This is a traditional form of Chinese medice that is based on thesame principles as acupuncture. Pressure is applied to points along the bodywhich removes blocks in the meridian system. Often helpful for improving theimmune system and well-being. 
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Alexander Technique
: teaches other ways of moving. This really isn't a massage- but is often listed into the same section of various healing directories. This work teaches one how to sit, stand and walk in a way that works with the bodiesmuscles. It is often recommended after other types of body work to help keep thechanges. It also helps dancers, singers, and athletes to perform their best.
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Balinese Massage Therapy
: Having originated on the exotic island of Bali, the
 Balinese massage therapy
is one of a number of ancient traditional massagetechniques of Indonesia which had been carried down from one generation toanother as a method of curing a wide variety of complaints. 
 
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Chi Nei Tsang
: removes blockages in abdominal area. This is internal organmassage. It feels weird at first but is very healing for digestive ailments. Alsogood for improving the immune system. 
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Cranio-Sacral massage
: CST is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating andenhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacralsystem - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of anickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system to improve thefunctioning of the central nervous system.By complementing the body's natural healing processes, CST is increasingly usedas a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and iseffective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain anddysfunction
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Deep Tissue massage
: loosens muscles. This is very nice work. I'm not as fond of it as other massages as it often hurts -- but I know some very strong advocates,including my wife.
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Feldenkrais
: helps with sports injuries, snoring, general tension and often gets people out of comas. It is a clothes on massage that teaches the body alternativeways to move.
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Hot Stone Massage
: The Hot Stone massage is a therapeutic massage techniquein which a heated stone is held by the massage therapist who uses it to apply thecustomary and traditional Swedish massage strokes...
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Indian Head Massage
: Its origins stem from an Indian remedial and grooming practice which had been and continues to be part of the Indian daily ritual for over 4,000 years. The ancient Indians believed that...
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Jin Shin Jyutsu
: helps reduce tension, stress and other problems. It is fairlysimilar to acupressure.
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Korean Martial Therapy
: No, this doesn't refer to the head massage received bya high roundhouse kick. The Korean Martial Therapy has been recognized for itseffectiveness in keeping warriors in their topmost form before and after combat...
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Reflexology
: adjusts meridian energy. This is a very relaxing massage you can doon yourself. It helps remove blockages through the feet and often feels wonderful.I've had it done through the feet or hands.
 
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Reik 
i: adjusts energy in the body. This is really energy work. As the personchannels energy through your body, be certain that you are in-tune with the persondoing this work.
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Rolfing
: adjusts the muscles sheaths to be their full extension. This type of massage enabled my spine to be fully straight -- I grew 2 inches by removing thecurve in my back. It also enabled my niece to not need back surgery. It isuncomfortable at best. Some practitioners are very painful, try to find one that istolerable.
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Rosen Method
: focuses on the emotional body. I found this more effect for releasing emotional trauma than traditional therapy.
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Swedish massage:
focuses on relaxation. I find it doesn't last as long asFeldenkrais or Trager. It is the most common type of massage and is veryenjoyable.
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Sports Massage
: the Sports Massage is a specialty massage technique that wascreated and developed with athletes in mind. As such, the Sports Massage prepares the bodies of professional and amateur sportspersons...
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Thai Massage:
First of all: The western stereotype of the thai massage being thistorturing method of stretching and bending all joints you have in your body … isactually
true!
 RealRelaxation.net says: In contrast to the western massage techniques thatspecificly focus on manipulating and kneading the muscle tissue to releasemyogelosis, the thai massage is more of a compilation of physiotherapeutic practices...
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Trager Approach
: helps with joint movement. This massage works on looseningall your joints. It is very relaxing and enjoyable
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Energy Healing Schools
: Holistic Junction is your source for HolisticPractitioners; Alternative Healing, Acupuncture, Chiropractic and Healing ArtsSchools; Natural Healthcare; Insightful Literature and so much more...
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Massage Therapy SchoolsConsider enrolling in a massage therapy school if you are one who is interested inlearning natural healing
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Shiatsu MassageShiatsu is a form of Japanese massage or bodywork that originated in Japan.Literally translated shiatsu means finger pressure.
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