The manipulation of muscle and connective tissue to enhance the function of those tissues and promote relaxation and well-being. Therapeutic massage can ease tension and reduce pain. Massage can be a part of physical therapy or practiced on its own. It can also be highly effective for reducing the symptoms of arthritis, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other disorders of the muscles and/or nervous system.
Benefits of Massage:
- Reduces stress, increases endorphins, encourages a sense of well-being.
- Enhances mental clarity, reduces anxiety an depression, balances mood.
- Reduces stiffness, spasms or pain due to repetitive activities or lack of activity, diminishing chance of injury.
- Encourages recovery from old injuries, promotes rapid healing and limits scar tissue formation.
- Reduces pain and inflammation of joints and improve range of motion.
- Improves and regulates all body systems: circulation, detoxification, elimination, immune function and nutrition at a cellular level.
