The forms of massage are as various as the reasons for their development. In other words, you need to find the kind of massage that best suits your particular needs. Are you trying to reduce stress? Do you want to focus on a certain area of your body? Have you had recent physical trauma or past emotional trauma? Think about all of these factors to determine the type of massage that's exactly right for you. General-purpose massage techniques include Swedish, deep tissue, and Rolfing.

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