Swedish Massage

Are you feeling stiffness or discomfort in your back or neck? Are you fatigued, but don’t know why? If that’s the case, we have the solution. Whispering Hill Day Spa has helped many people in the Floresville area reduce muscle tension and increase stamina by giving them a Swedish massage. We at Whispering Hill Day Spa are pleased to see that so many are turning to massage therapy to cure stress, be it physical or mental.

What is a Swedish massage?

A Swedish massage is what most people think of when they hear the word massage. It involves long, gliding, kneading motions worked over the entire body.

Was the Swedish massage actually developed in Sweden?

Yes! We at Whispering Hill Day Spa get this question quite often. It was developed by Per Henrik Ling, a Swede, in the early 1800s. However, in Sweden and throughout most of Europe, the Swedish massage is simply referred to as a classic massage. Ling’s method has been practiced for centuries and has become one of the most popular techniques in North America. More and more, people in the Floresville area are coming to Whispering Hill Day Spa on a regular basis to receive a Swedish massage. That’s because this type of massage not only feels great, but has many health benefits.

Can I still get a Swedish massage if I have a back injury?

Absolutely. Some massages are too aggressive to perform on a person who has experienced some form of back trauma, but a Swedish massage is gentle enough to relax your joints and flush out metabolic waste from your muscles. In fact, a Swedish massage is one of the best massages to get if your have an injury, as the treatment is designed to dissolve scar tissue adhesions.

Can a Swedish massage help with stress?

Certainly. If you’ve been considering massage therapy as a way to combat the stresses of everyday life, you’ve come to the right place. Whispering Hill Day Spa has helped many people in the Floresville area reach peace of mind and gain a new perspective through a Swedish massage. If stress is allowed to build up it can have a negative impact on our nervous system, musculoskeletal system, respiratory system, and overall health. We at Whispering Hill Day Spa realize how difficult stress can be to manage. Between work or school, a family life, and a social life, it can be extremely hard to decompress. That’s where we come in. Don’t let “no time” get in the way of “you time.” A Swedish massages only takes about an hour to perform and our flexible scheduling system allows you to book an appointment at your convenience.