Shiatsu - a form of traditional Japanese bodywork that uses pressure, rubbing, stretching, abdominal work, and percussion.Swedish massage - a variety of techniques designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart.Sport massage - to soothe injuries, often developed while playing sports, and to help with the training of athletes.Do you want to relieve stress, body tension, or are you looking for something deeper like holistic healing? There are many massage therapists who specialize in various types of massages. First off, decide what you are looking for in a massage.