The benefits of massage therapy are numerous and are based on the physiological effects that touch and physical contact impart through the various techniques.
- Provides nurturing touch
- Induces relaxation of the whole body
- Induces overall sense of well-being
- Releases endorphin, a chemical produced by the body which reduces the sensation of pain and induces a feeling of calmness
- Enhances immunity
- Stimulates blood circulation and lymph flow
- Flushes metabolic wastes from tissues
- Lowers blood pressure and heart rate
- Supports digestion
- Improves condition and tone of the skin, the body's largest organ
- Enhances quality of sleep
- Promotes restful sleep
- Exercises and stretches weak, tight, and atrophied muscles
- Enhances muscle definition
- Relaxes and softens aching, injured, tight, tired, and overused muscles
- Reduces spasms and cramping
- Reduces or relieves pain, soreness, stiffness, tightness, tension, and discomfort in muscles, tendons, and ligaments
- Reduces joint stiffness
- Increases joint flexibility and range of motion
- Improves concentration
- Increases energy
- Promotes tissue regeneration
- Reduces anxiety, depression, stress, and tension
- Relieves sinus pressure, migraines, and tension headaches
- Diminishes chronic pain and low-back pain
- Reduces medication dependence
"Breathe, Relax & Energize"