Massages can be an absolutely heavenly experience where you fall asleep and wake up 59 minutes later with a little drool on your face—they can also feel like a low intensity partner workout.
No matter what kind of massage you prefer, there are many options when it comes to an hour more or less of muscle relaxation and pampering. Massages are typically purchased in 30, 60, 90 and minute sessions. If improved self care is on your list of things to do this year, massage packages and monthly memberships are also available at a discounted or reduced rate at many places. Depending on your neighborhood, rent, and wages, prices for a single massage in the Seattle area range from:.
Here we have included the most popular types of massages offered. Swedish massage: one of the most popular massage types that includes kneading, rubbing, and stroking your muscles. Shiatsu massage: another popular massage, Shiatsu massage focuses on circular finger pressure on a specific location. Deep tissue: this massage modality works the top layers of muscle, fascia, and connective tissue to release tension and relax the body. Sports massage: similar to a deep tissue massage, a sports massage focuses on muscle recovery, mobility, and circulation.
Confirm the massage therapist you are seeing is trained in pregnancy massage prior to booking. Hot stone massage: polished stones are warmed to about degrees Fahrenheit and placed directly on the body. Muscles receive a direct transfer of heat, which soothes muscles to relax during the massage. Thai massage: while wearing loose fitting clothing and laying on a floor mat, your massage therapist assists you through a series of full body stretches. Cupping: special cups are placed on or moved on your skin to create a suction.
Cupping can increase blood flow and relive pain—it may also leave circular marks on your skin, which can last few days. Quiet background music and aromatherapy are usually part of the experience. Before you begin, your massage therapist will go over any areas you would like to focus on or avoid, and any current or past injuries. They will also ask you what kind of pressure you prefer—firm, medium, or soft. Massage therapists use either massage oil or lotion during the massage.
