When you talk about relaxation, massage often comes into mind together with other things. This is because massage can help your body relax and recover after being constantly exposed to stress. However, different people often have different preferences when it comes to having a massage. Some may prefer to have a massage that delivers gentle strokes, while others find it more soothing when moderate pressure is applied.

In North York massage spas, different massage services are often being offered to satisfy your individual relaxation needs. Because of this, knowing different kinds of massage can allow you to select your preferred service.

If you are the type of person who always experience muscle knots and stiffness, and would the application of pressure soothing. Then massage types like shiatsu, deep tissue massage or a Swedish massage can be your massage of choice. All three are commonly offered in several North York spas.

The practice of shiatsu originated from Japan and means finger pressure in Japanese. It involves the use of the hands, palms and the thumbs to apply direct pressure in specific areas in the body. The principle of the practice is derived from the Chinese medicine belief that diseases occur when there is an obstruction in the flow of Chi. By applying direct and constant pressure for some time in specific areas in the body, it can allow the body’s energy or Chi to flow freely and promote health.

Another form of massage that you can choose to have is the Swedish massage. This type of massage is done through five different strokes that aim to promote blood circulation to the heart and other parts of the body. The first stroke is the use of kneading motion which is referred to as Petrissage. The Effleurage is one of the three main strokes in performing a Swedish massage and involves deep penetrating strokes. With the use of the palm, a rhythmic percussion stroke can be performed which is called Tapotement. The other two strokes is Friction that is done by creating circular movements with the fingers, and Vibration which involves rapid shaking of an area of the body.

However, if you are the type who wants to have a relaxing massage and a pleasurable experience at the same time, an erotic or sensual massage is just what you need. North York massage spas like Studio9 offer this kind of massage service. This type of massage aims to stimulate all your senses, including your erotic sense, while allowing you to relax your tensed body. The experience may be an unforgettable one, as this type of massage is done by gorgeous women who will take care of your relaxation and pleasure needs.