Swedish massage is the most commonly offered in most spas, and is what most people think a massage is.  As the best-known type of bodywork performed today, one of the primary goals of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the entire body using various types of strokes, and with long gliding in the direction of blood returning to the heart. Massage therapy goes beyond relaxation and is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.  ​If you want deeper work and can tolerate more pressure to get relief from chronic muscle pain, it's better to book a deep tissue massage.