Swed·ish massage (sw  d sh)n. A system of therapeutic massage and exercise for the muscles and joints, developed in Sweden in the 19th century. |
Swedish massage
[swē′dish]
Etymology: Fr, masser
the most commonly used form of classical Western massage, generally performed in the direction of the heart, sometimes with active or passive movement of the joints. It is used especially for relaxation, relief of muscular tension, and improvement of circulation and range of motion.
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