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Massage is one of the oldest healing arts: Chinese records dating
back 3,000 years document its use; the ancient Hindus, Persians and
Egyptians applied forms of massage for many ailments; and
Hippocrates wrote papers recommending the use of rubbing and
friction for joint and circulatory
problems. Today, the benefits of
massage are varied and far-reaching. As an accepted part of many
physical rehabilitation programs, massage therapy has also proven
beneficial for many chronic conditions, including low back pain,
arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes,
immunity suppression, infertility, smoking cessation, depression,
and more. And, as many millions will attest, massage also helps
relieve the stress and tension of everyday living that can lead to
disease and illness.
Physical Benefits of Therapeutic
Massage
Massage can help. Massage is a gentle therapy that
can relieve pain and, in combination with other appropriate health
care measures can help heal certain conditions and prevent their
return. In some cases massage can reduce or even eliminate the need
for medication or surgery. Listed below are just a few of the most
common conditions massage may help with both therapeutically and
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Helps relieve stress and aids in relaxation
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Helps relieve muscle tension and stiffness
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Alleviates discomfort during pregnancy |
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Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained
ligaments |
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Reduces formation of excessive scar tissue
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Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion
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Enhances athletic performance |
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Treats injuries caused during sport or work
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Promotes deeper and easier breathing |
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Improves circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids
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Reduces blood pressure |
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Helps relieve tension related headaches and effects of eye
strain |
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Enhances the health and nourishment of skin
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Improves posture |
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Strengthens the immune system |
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Treats musculoskeletal problems |
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Post operative rehabilitation |
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Rehabilitation after injury |
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Reduces muscle spasms |
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Helps relieve shoulder pain |
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Relieves symptoms of fibromyalgia |
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Helps depression |
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Improves Neuropathy |
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Excellent for chronic pain management |
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Helps relieve neck & back pain |
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Reduces hyper-activity |
Mental Benefits of Massage Therapy
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Fosters peace of mind |
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Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness
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Helps relieve mental stress |
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Improves ability to monitor stress signals and respond
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Enhances capacity for calm thinking and creativity
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Emotional Benefits |
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Satisfies needs for caring nurturing touch
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Fosters a feeling of well-being |
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Reduces levels of anxiety |
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Creates body awareness |
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Increases awareness of mind-body connection
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