All About Massage Therapy from Regina Webb

January 14 2020

All around the world, cultures have utilized massage therapy in their healing practices throughout history. These days, we use many different types of massage therapy for a variety of health-related purposes. Here at Regina Webb Salon & Spa, we offer a full range of massage options to suit your needs. If you’ve never enjoyed this type of treatment, we understand the options can be confusing. Here, we will highlight the treatments we offer to help you choose the best one for you.

Swedish. This is what most people visualize when they hear the word massage. The main goal of this type of massage is to relax the entire body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of the blood flow- towards the heart. Beyond relaxation, though, this type of massage is also beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, and improving circulation and flexibility.

Hot Stone. A hot stone massage is a specialty treatment using smooth, heated stones as an extension of your therapist’s hands and used in specific places on the body. The heat is deeply relaxing and can warm up tight muscles so the therapist can work more deeply. This type of massage relieves muscle tension and pain, reduces stress and anxiety, and promotes relaxation and sleep.

Prenatal. A customized massage for the mother-to-be in her second or third trimester, prenatal massage relieves many of the normal discomforts experienced during pregnancy, such as backaches, stiff neck, leg cramps, headaches, and swelling.

Sports. Sports massage goes beyond promoting relaxation and pain relief. It can help improve performance and prevent injury - in addition to helping the body recover from injuries associated with physical activity. Sports can be repetitive, especially for runners, cyclists, racquet sports players, and weightlifters. This massage will help release muscle tension and promote tissue repair and muscle balance for a safer workout.

Are you ready to relax and take care of yourself? Make an appointment today at Regina Webb Salon & Spa. Our massage therapists will help you choose the best service for your needs and you’ll feel relaxed and rejuvenated. For an appointment, call us on (270) 781-4676, or visit us at 1250 Westen St. in Bowling Green. You can also contact us online, or get our free mobile app on Amazon or Google Play to make an appointment at your convenience.