Relaxation massage is a gentle type of massage that’s ideal for people who are new to massage, have a lot of tension or are sensitive to touch. The technique is a smooth, gentle, flowing style with plenty of oil that promotes general relaxation, relieves muscular tension, improves circulation and range of movement. It is mostly superficial and does not ‘resolve’ injuries or fascial issues. It is used to relax, revive and rejuvenate you at a depth that does not cause discomfort. Most massage has elements of this built in, including deep tissue and myofascial work. And most people are fond of a little deeper work somewhere in the sequence of their massage, although the amount and duration varies from person to person. For this reason I like to say Rejuvenation massage, which incorporates Relaxation techniques and deeper tissue modalities, customized just for you. Other words used to indicate this approach to bodywork is Integrative Massage, Wholistic Massage, Intuitive Massage, or one of my favorite terms, Massage Improvisation.