Swedish massge has been used for centuries and is designed to relax the entire body. It involves a general full body massage designed to increase circulation and oxygen to tissue and reduce tension. It enhances removal of waste products by stimulating the lymphatic system. While a swedish massage can still be firm, it uses a series of gliding, flowing and rhythmic moves, along with kneading and frictions. It can also utilse some remedial techniques for a problem area. Swedish moves are often utilised prior to commencing a remedial massage to warm the area to be worked on.