| Benefits of Massage |
types of massage and each has their own specific benefits. Some of the most important and powerful are: • Relieves sore muscles, aches and pains • Induces a state of deep relaxation so you can escape life's pressures • Promotes deeper more restful sleep • Revitalizes energy levels so you are ready to tackle life's obstacles • Reduces stress, anxiety and depression • Increases your mental clarity and concentration • Releases endorphins (the body’s natural painkiller) • Strengthens the immune system so you stay healthy Other benefits massage has are: • Promotes tissue regeneration and reduces scar tissue • Alleviates migraine pain • Facilitates the removal of waste products • Enhances the body's immunity • Improves circulation and promotes faster healing • Improves the condition of the skin • Increases joint flexibility • Eases medication dependence • Reduces post surgery adhesions and swelling • Exercises and stretches weak, tight, or atrophied muscles • Reduces muscle spasms and cramping • Relaxes and softens injured, tired and overused muscles • Helps athletes prepare for and recover from strenuous workouts • Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion • Stretches muscles to release tension & stress from excess physical activity • Breaks down scar tissue that forms on the muscles, tendons and ligaments which can impair performance • Improves elasticity of tissues |


