What is a back-neck-shoulder massage?
The back-neck-shoulder massage is a treatment that includes the massage of only the back, neck and shoulder areas.
Back-neck-shoulder massage benefits
An upper-body massage is a great substitute for a full body massage when short on time. This massage service is an excellent option if you are trying a new therapist and want to see if they are a good fit for you.
This massage focuses on the muscles of the neck and shoulder area to relieve tense shoulders or ease a pinched nerve. The back neck shoulder massage alleviates back pain or neck pain commonly acquired from sleeping wrong, a day of gardening, hauling luggage, etc.
What to expect from this targeted, upper-body massage
Usually only 25 minutes, this particular service may be booked as a stand-alone treatment. It can also be added to another service for additional time and focus on these areas.
This spa treatment could be a relaxing Swedish massage or a more therapeutic massage such as deep tissue, depending on your pressure preference and why you have chosen it.
Note: If you are suffering in specific areas, discuss this with the therapist prior to beginning your massage for best use of the available time.
Your therapist will tell you if you are going to start face up or face down. They will provide privacy as you will disrobe for this spa treatment, at least to the waist. After you are positioned on the massage table under the covers, they will return and start the service.
Providing you are laying face down, they will begin to massage the back and neck area. Throughout the massage, they will give special attention to any areas within this region that you have specified. Let them know if the pressure is uncomfortable, even if they do not inquire.
Many times in such a short service, you will not turn over. If you do, the massage therapist will finish the massage by working the neck and shoulder muscles from the front, releasing stress as they work.
After your session and how often to have a back neck shoulder massage
This is such an excellent way to reduce stress, that squeezing it in whenever you can is a great idea. For those always on the go, these mini services (including the chair massage) that concentrate on the most intense areas of the body are fantastic pick-me-ups. Not only do they release tension but they also allow for immediate rejuvenation of the mind, body and spirit.
Although it is a short treatment, drink plenty of water afterward. Try to maintain a relaxing schedule for at least several hours.
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