Swedish massage and deep tissue massage are two popular forms of massage. Differences include technique, uses, and benefits. Swedish massage uses long strokes and light-to-firm pressure to provide ...

Massage therapy helps a host of ailments including stiff or injured muscles and now one health insurance company has decided to cover the service. BF&M made the decision to include the service under ...

Swedish massage is a type of massage therapy that’s primarily known for its relaxation effects. With this technique, a massage therapist targets muscles with a combination of friction, gliding strokes ...

While getting a massage might feel great, scientists have found that there isn't strong evidence that they actually help with pain. Analyzing the results of more than 100 studies, researchers ...

Kristin Weiland is a documentary film producer and writer with a background in crisis management and ethnographic research. She specializes in investigative and social impact documentary projects, and ...

Shiatsu is a form of massage that utilizes the hands, thumb, or other body parts, to apply direct pressure on various points or channels in the body. It is performed through loose clothing and does ...