Massaging has turned into an art over the ages and in this day and age many of us cannot imagine life without a massage to ease the tension in our lives. Choosing a particular massage style really depends on how your mind and body feels. Some are light and soft, whereas others are more physical and hard.
If you are in the mood for a general feel good massage, Swedish would be the way to go. Soft kneading and long movements are hallmarks of this type of massage. Oils are used to lubricate the skin and aid in the masseuse’s movements. When oils with healing powers and strong but pleasant smells are used, this turns into another type of massage called Aroma massage or Aroma therapy. The concept here is to let the aromas from the oils soothe your senses while healing your body.
Shiatsu is a technique originating from Japan. In keeping with many traditional Japanese philosophies, this massage is meridian oriented; meaning that all the movements are focused on the lines of the energy flows in your body. Acupressure points are concentrated upon and a fair amount of force is involved in the process, although no pain is felt after the massage. Thai massage is also similar in that it focuses on the meridians, but softer pressure is applied on the acupressure points and more stretching is involved.
These are some of the techniques in the wide world of massaging techniques. You try all of them out to find out which ones suit you best at different times. You should also always remember to inform your masseuse of any injuries or sensitive areas in your body so that do not inadvertently harm you.