Holistic Massage is sometimes referred to as Swedish massage and vice versa hence, the terms are often used interchangeably. The Swedish part of the massage term relates to the origins of where the techniques were initially developed. Holistic Massage uses Swedish massage techniques and treats the person as a whole, rather than as the individual parts. Holistic massage is a traditional form of massage which uses a number of techniques to either relax or to stimulate the body, depending on the desired affect.

Techniques include; effleurage, petrissage, frictions, tapotement, vibrations, joint manipulation and holding. The techniques used are typically to aid health and well being.

Holistic massage can have the following beneficial effects:-

• Relieve emotional or physical stress
• Relax tight muscles and tension
• Improve skin and muscle tone
• Release toxins and waste to aid healing
• Improve circulation
• Aid lymphatic drainage
• Stimulate or relax the nervous system