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Types of Massage & Their Benefits

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South Tampa Massages

Just another pampered spa service!? Not here! Did you know there are over 80 variations of massage therapy!? Massage offers incredible benefits for overall health and well-being (and depending on the type, blissful relaxation, of course).

Massage is a big part of our total body treatments here at our Tampa wellness studio at DrivenFit. From those seeking a way to relax to those recovering from a workout with our personal trainers, massage helps many of our members! Here are some of the most popular forms of massage we offer and the benefits of each:

Swedish Massage

Sports Massage

Deep Tissue Massage

Hot Stone Massage

Trigger Point Massage

Prenatal Massage

Stretch Massage

Cupping Therapy

Integrative Reflexology

 

Let’s explore why these forms of massage work so well!

 

Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is the most recognized form of massage and involves soft, long, kneading strokes, with the occasional light, tapping stroke thrown into the mix. This type of massage is a great option if you’re looking for a relaxing experience. Benefits include:

  • Pain relief
  • Relaxation
  • Reduced anxiety and depression
  • A full-body massage experience

Enjoy a Swedish massage at Driven Fit +SWS! Call/ text (813) 440-3016 to schedule an appointment!

 

Sports Massage

Sports massage is a specific form of massage for athletes that involves Swedish massage techniques combined with stretching, trigger point therapy, and more. This type of massage can help with:

  • Muscle relaxation
  • Reducing tension
  • Improving the function of soft tissue
  • Increasing your range of motion

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a pro athlete (and anything in between!), Driven Fit + SWS offers effective sports massage therapy that will improve performance and prevent injury!

 

Deep Tissue Massage

A deep tissue massage is like a Swedish massage but involves deeper pressure to release muscular tension. During your deep tissue massage, your therapist applies pressure to several layers of muscle, tendons, and tissues deep within your skin.

Deep tissue massage is known to relieve the following:

  • Chronic pain
  • Muscle pain caused by exercise or bodybuilding
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

 

Hot Stone Massage

During a hot stone massage, warm stones are placed on key points of your body or the therapist will hold the stones as an extension of their hands. The result is a warming effect that promotes relaxation and eases muscle tension while your body is being massaged.

We love hot stone massage because it is known to help with:

  • Muscle relaxation
  • Pain relief
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Improved flexibility
  • Improved circulation

 

Trigger Point Massage

Trigger point massage relieves pain in targeted areas of your body. During your session, we’ll pulsate (or rhythmically) press a specific area of the body to locate the nodules. Then, gently apply pressure to release irritated tissue.

Trigger Point massage aims to treat:

 

No one has time for chronic pain! Trigger point massage therapy at Driven Fit + SWS has provided countless clients with pain relief caused by a variety of conditions. Call/ text (813) 440-3016 to learn more!

 

Prenatal Massage

This is the answer to every pregnant woman’s woes! From body aches to much-needed stress relief, prenatal massage is the perfect way to pamper and nourish your body. Benefits include:

  • Relaxation
  • Relief from tight muscles
  • Hormone regulation

 

Stretch Massage

This type of massage is intended to improve mobility and range-of-motion and to complement the benefits of regular massage therapy.

During a stretch massage session, your therapist will combine regular massage techniques, such as Swedish massage or deep tissue, with assisted stretching with the intent to alleviate strain on your joints.

Benefits of stretch massage include:

  • Enhanced flexibility
  • Improved posture
  • Increased range of motion

 

Cupping Therapy

With cupping therapy, heated cups are placed on the skin to create suction. The goal is to improve circulation and promote healing. The top benefits are:

  • Relief from muscle aches
  • Reduced inflammation
  • Improved circulation
  • Relief from stiffness in the joints

 

Feel like old-school Olympics Michael Phelps and try cupping therapy at our South Tampa studio gym and massage therapy center. Call/ text (813) 440-3016!

 

Integrative Reflexology

This type of massage involves the manipulation of pressure points to improve overall health and well-being. Reflexology provides these benefits:

  • Eased muscular tension
  • Improved circulation
  • Improved relaxation

 

Massage Therapy at Driven Fit

We offer a total body solution with recovery and maintenance being a HUGE part of our wellness programs! Transform your body, mind, and spirit with one (or more of) the many types of massage therapy offered at our South Tampa wellness studio. Simply call/ text (813) 440-3016 to speak with Team Driven to book your South Tampa massage today!

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