Thursday, February 5, 2009

Benefits of Massage


What are the benefits of a massage?

-Helps relieve stress
-Aids in relaxation
-Helps relieve muscle tension and stiffness
-Alleviates discomfort during pregnancy
-Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments
-Reduces pain and swelling
-Reduces formation of excessive scar tissue
-Reduces muscle spasms
-Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion
-Enhances athletic performance
-Treats injuries caused by sport or work
-Promotes deeper and easier breathing
-Improves circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids
-Reduces blood pressure
-Helps relieve tension related headaches
-Helps relieve eye strain
-Enhances the health and nourishment of the skin
-Improves posture
-Strengthens the immune system
-Treats musculoskeletal problems
-Rehabilitation after operation or injury

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