Benefits of massage therapy

  • relaxes tense muscles-alleviating aches
  • improves circulation
  • improves flexibility
  • speeds recovery from exertion
  • reduces anxiety
  • promotes healthy skin
  • feels really great!--has a calming effect

Massage therapy can complement other disciplines such as physical and occupational therapy as well as chiropractic and psychotherapy.

There are many types of massage such as: long strokes, kneading, vibration, friction, percussion, etc. The massage therapist will determine what is beneficial for your condition but will probably use several techniques to help achieve the response and health goals you desire.

A growing body of research shows massage therapy can be an effective part of pain relief and management. This research data, and the experience of physicians, massage therapists and patients, should encourage pain specialists to consider incorporating massage therapy into their pain management programs. To learn more click on this link to  read the entire article.