{"id":17076,"date":"2018-01-12T20:09:14","date_gmt":"2018-01-12T20:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/?p=17076"},"modified":"2018-07-17T18:27:50","modified_gmt":"2018-07-17T18:27:50","slug":"choosing-best-massage-technique","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/choosing-best-massage-technique\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing Your Best Massage Technique"},"content":{"rendered":"

So you\u2019re ready to get a massage. Great!\u00a0But you might be confused by the many kinds of massages available through the Zeel app. \u00a0Here\u2019s a quick primer on how to choose your best massage technique, along with more sources to learn more about massage.<\/p>\n

Swedish massage<\/h2>\n

What it\u2019s good for: Stress, headaches, immune system<\/h5>\n

A Swedish massage is one of the most relaxing massages you can get. It\u2019s a full-body massage focused on easing aches, relieving overall tension, and boosting circulation in the body. When you\u2019re cranky, unhappy, tired, worried about getting sick, or just want a feel-good massage, opt for a Swedish massage in the Zeel app<\/a>.\u00a0 Read more about the benefits of Swedish massage<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Deep tissue<\/h2>\n
What it\u2019s good for: Targeted muscular pain, like back pain and neck pain<\/h5>\n

Pressing on sore muscles is one way to make them feel better, but sometimes you need a professional – self-massage can only do so much. That\u2019s where a deep tissue from massage comes in. Licensed massage therapists will carefully work deeper muscles and connective tissue layers to break up knots and release tense areas. Deep tissue massage is your not-so-secret weapon against back pain, neck pain, and specific painful conditions, like tennis elbow. When you\u2019re hurting, you don\u2019t want to move – that\u2019s why a mobile massage from Zeel is the right move.<\/p>\n

Sports massage<\/h2>\n

What it\u2019s good for: Avoiding injury, recovery, increasing physical flexibility<\/h5>\n

Sports massage is the best massage technique for you whenever you want your muscles and joints to work better. \u00a0A sports massage will typically focus on body areas under the most stress, whether that\u2019s from injury, frequent workouts, or just stiffness. \u00a0Make sure to discuss your particular needs with your massage therapist. Of course, every treatment you book on the massage app from Zeel is customized – and this is especially the case with a sports massage. Let the therapist know if you\u2019re a runner, tennis player, or skier for example.<\/p>\n

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Prenatal massage<\/h2>\n
What it\u2019s good for: Relieving pregnancy discomfort<\/h5>\n

The wonder of creating life comes with some less delightful pregnancy pain<\/a>, like lower back pain, stiff neck, nausea, insomnia, and swollen legs. \u00a0A prenatal massage also called a pregnancy massage, is designed to relieve this discomfort. Keep in mind that the value of a prenatal massage doesn\u2019t disappear after the baby is born – postnatal massages can help speed along recovery during the \u201cfourth trimester.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sleep massage<\/h2>\n
What it\u2019s good for: Resetting your sleep clock, getting better-quality sleep<\/h5>\n

Americans are sleep-deprived as a rule – which is not a good thing, as sleep is fundamental to physical and mental health. The sleep massage from Zeel is designed to promote a deeper, more restful sleep, which is useful if you\u2019re one of the 40% of Americans suffering from a lack of sleep, or perhaps a traveler having difficulty resetting your sleep cycle. \u00a0(Find out how much you know about getting a good night of rest in our sleep quiz<\/a>.)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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