Swedish massage uses firm but gentle pressure to promote relaxation to ease muscle tension. Smooth, gliding strokes are applied. Kneading, friction, stretching and (sometimes) tapping may be used. Pressure can range from light to firm. Swedish massage usually includes some deeper work on areas of specific muscle tension.

Swedish massage uses firm but gentle pressure to promote relaxation to ease muscle tension. Smooth, gliding strokes are applied. Kneading, friction, stretching and (sometimes) tapping may be used. Pressure can range from light to firm. Swedish massage usually includes some deeper work on areas of specific muscle tension.