In a previous article, we discussed the history and origins of Swedish Massage. In it, we explained that the name Swedish was misnomer that arose due to translation mix-ups. Per Henrik Ling, a Swedish medical pioneer and founder of the Swedish Gymnastics system, often gets credited with inventing the modality. However, the actual inventor of Swedish Massage is Johann Georg Mezger, a Dutch physician who was noted for studying French massage techniques and their effects on physical healing. It was Mezger, not Ling, who codified the five massage techniques that form the foundation for Swedish Massage. In this article, we will discuss the five techniques of Swedish Massage. … Read More
Swedish Massage Techinques | AMC-Miami
Posted March 01, 2018
by Acupuncture & Massage College
& filed under Massage Therapy, Swedish Massage, Miami, Florida
How did Swedish Massage get its name? | AMCollege-Miami, FL
Posted January 18, 2018
by Acupuncture & Massage College
& filed under Swedish Massage, Miami, Florida, Acupuncture and Massage College
Going Dutch: The Story behind Swedish Massage's Confusing Name | AMC Miami Massage Therapy School Recently, we did an extensive post on the History of Massage Therapy. In it, we covered many of the significant massage modalities that have contributed to our modern understanding of Massage Therapy as a holistic medical practice. These massage modalities can be roughly be divided into two major categories: Eastern and Western. … Read More
Massage Techniques: Swedish Massage Therapy
Posted March 09, 2017
by Renee Skuban, MT Clinical / Faculty Supervisor
& filed under Massage Therapy, Swedish Massage, Holistic Medicine
Swedish massage is a widely practiced and popular massage therapy technique in the United States. This form of bodywork aims to improve blood circulation to the heart, among other positive health perks. As part of a Swedish massage session, a therapist will use the hands, forearms and elbows to manipulate a client's muscles using long, gliding strokes. Other techniques that may also be used include kneading, tapping, applying a circular pressure and stretching. … Read More
Asian Bodywork in Massage Therapy
Posted December 15, 2016
by Carlos Sama, LMT
& filed under Asian Bodywork Therapy, Massage Therapy, Shiatsu, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Swedish Massage, Acupuncture and Massage College
There are many types of Asian bodywork that have roots in traditional Chinese medicine. Many massage therapists practice Shiatsu therapy, one of the many forms of bodywork recognized by the American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia (AOBTA). Some of the other forms recognized by the AOBTA include: … Read More
Celebrate Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine Day With A Free Acupuncture Treatment
Posted October 05, 2009
by Acupuncture & Massage College
& filed under Shiatsu, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Swedish Massage, Uncategorized, Holistic Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage College
AMC’s Low-Cost Community Clinic
Posted October 02, 2009
by Acupuncture & Massage College
& filed under Massage Therapy, News & Events, Shiatsu, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Swedish Massage, Uncategorized, Acupuncture and Massage College
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