What are these different types of massages???

Question

Which one do you recommend?

Swedish? hot stone? Shiatsu??

Answer 1

Swedish massage is the most common massage. about the three massages your asking they all have different purposes. (i.e.) Swedish helps for relaxation of muscles and circulation of the blood flow in the body. hot stone massage can help you if you are under stress or if your muscles are very tense. the stones will melt into your muscles relaxing them. shiatsu has a different purpose which is to unblock chi (energy) shiatsu is performed using finger pressure on various meridians (channels of energy) in your body. if you want to receive a hot stone you will most likely receive a Swedish too.

Answer 2

Most people get Swedish massages for stress reduction or muscle tension.  It's a general massage, and it can work wonders.  A hot stone massage is when the masseuse uses stones that are heated up to 150 degrees F along with the massage.  The heat and use of the stones feels very good and relaxing.  I've never had a Shiatsu massage.  I recommend the Swedish because of it's relaxing effects.  It helps to ease tension.

Answer 3

It all depends on what you're looking for.  Swedish is designed for relaxation, and is excellent.  Hot stone (obviously) uses warm stones, and can use different types of techniques.  Shiatsu works with the meridians of traditional Chinese medicine, and can be used for almost anything that acupuncture is.

Swedish is typically the first massage modality that is taught to students because it's basic.

Like I said, it depends on what you're looking for.  If I knew that, I could make a recommendation.  Feel free to email me through answers for more information, and I can get back to you.