Beneficial Effects of Massage
Reduce overall Stress
Relaxation
Decrease pain
Relax tight and tense muscles
Develop,maintain, and rehabilitate physical function
Increases joint flexibility and range of motion
Improves athletic performance
Improves muscle tone
Aids in the repair/recovery of muscles and connective tissue
Brings new awareness to areas of chronic tension and holding patterns
Loosens scar tissue
Aids in rehabilitation after an injury or post-op
Increases circulation
Improves delivery of nutrients, oxygen and blood
Strengthens immune system
Stimulates the circulation of lymph to eliminate waste and toxins
Releases endorphins, which are the body's own natural pain killers
Decreases tension, anxiety and depression
Relieves mental and physical fatique
Provides healthier and better-nourished skin
Improves posture
Improves sleep
Lowers blood pressure
Decreases swelling and edema
Helps alleviate muscle spasms and cramping
Decrease migraines and headaches
Increase Energy
Pain management in certain conditions, such as arthritis, sciatica, low back pain, golfers elbow, tennis elbow, cervical/neck pain, plantar fascitis, tendonitis, sprains, strains, and many other conditions
Prevention of new injuries and decrease sports related injuries
Releases muscles that may be causing pain, tingling, and numbness in arms or legs
and many more benefits