10 famous massage techniques Swedish massage is a gentle and relaxing method that uses long, flowing strokes, kneading, and circular movements. The therapist puts oil or lotion on the face and moves the muscles with their hands, forearms, or elbows. It makes people feel more relaxed, improves blood flow, eases muscle tension, and lowers stress. Deep tissue massage is a more intense type of massage that focuses on the lower layers of muscles and connective tissue. The therapist applies slow, firm pressure and may use kneading, stripping (which involves applying pressure along the muscle fibers), or their elbows or wrists to reach deeper layers of muscle. It can help with…