Everyone knows about the benefits of massage. With his help we get rid of physical ailment, we are in a better mood, we stop noticing our age. But not everyone knows what kinds of massage there are. Let's talk about some of its varieties, namely about non-traditional types of massage.
Types of massage: non-traditional techniques.
Massage with herbal sacs.
The motherland of this massage is India and Thailand. This massage is carried out with warm bags of herbs. You need to take a variety of herbs, for example, geranium, ginger or others according to your desire, you can also add rice or sesame, boil with boiling water or vegetable oil. As a result of such a massage, the skin becomes saturated with useful substances, it becomes elastic, muscles are restored, metabolism improves, blood pressure normalizes.
Anti-aging stone massage.
It has always been believed that precious stones have the property to correctly distribute the movement of energy in the body, and this contributes to its rejuvenation and self-healing. Anti-aging stone massage and carried out just different gemstones (sapphires, rubies and others).
Massage with sea shells.
This kind of massage is brought from the Polynesian islands. For this, empty flat shells of different size and shape are used, which are slightly heated in seawater with algae. That is why the skin is saturated with a large number of macro and microelements, produces more collagen, which increases the elasticity of the skin. In addition, this massage relieves stress well, has a relaxing and therapeutic effect.
Massage with bamboo sticks.
This massage is often called Creole, as it is brought to us from the shores of the Indian Ocean. Passes, as a rule, to music using bamboo rods of different length and diameter. The musical accompaniment allows the specialist to change the rhythm of movements and manipulations. Mostly this massage is indicated for those who work hard and are very tired. Bamboo massage improves the work of internal organs, helps to get rid of fat accumulation, to cope with cellulite. In addition, as a result of this massage endorphins are produced - hormones of happiness.
Alpine ice massage.
Ice has a stronger effect than just cold water. Due to the fact that under the influence of cold blood vessels short-term taper, and then expand, there is increased blood flow, which improves metabolism. Therefore, fat burns, and excess fluid leaves the cellulite-affected tissues. This type of massage is effective in combating cellulite. Thanks to the effect of lymph drainage in one procedure, it is possible to reduce the volume of problem areas to 1 centimeter. It is not difficult to do this massage yourself at home. It is necessary to freeze the infusions of herbs and massage the problem zone with ice cubes for no more than 2-3 minutes. Massing is necessary from the bottom upwards in a straight line, then circular (clockwise) and zigzag movements.
Shiatsu with the effect of lifting.
This massage for the face. The technique was developed by the Japanese doctor Tokiuro Namikoshi. The principle of action is based on the correction of the movement of vital energy along the so-called meridian and on the massage of certain points (projections of organs). As a result, not only the healing effect is achieved, but also the cosmetic effect. The skin becomes smooth and supple, edemas decrease, wrinkles are smoothed.
Honey detox.
This kind of massage came to us from Tibet. It is recommended for fighting cellulite. Honey massage excellently extracts toxins, smooths wrinkles, smooths the skin's relief. The method is very fast: honey put on problem areas, press the palms to the body and immediately sharply tear off. At first this process does not cause any difficulties, but as soon as the white mass begins to appear beneath the palms, it becomes increasingly difficult to tear off the hands from the body. This white mass is nothing but outward toxins. The method is a bit painful.
Yumeiho for posture.
After such a massage, you will get rid of back pain, get a perfect posture. Massage appeared about thirty years ago and is recommended for those who spend a lot of time behind sedentary work. Massage is based on the work with the pelvic bones and the spine; a specialist during the session used the techniques of manual therapy, shiatsu, acupressure.
Water massage for the watsu.
Massage is carried out by hands in warm water and is recommended for work on problem areas. It works well for problems of muscle tension, in the program of getting rid of cellulite, in case of problems with the spine. In addition, the watsu gives strength and has a strong anti-stress effect.
This is not all unconventional types of massage techniques. Their great variety. And everyone wants to try. If you do not have beauty salons in the city, have a massage at home. And then youth, beauty and health - your fellow travelers in life!