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Benefits of Massage
Medical journals along with research have reported studies showing that massage therapy reduces anxiety and pain levels and increases and improves strength. Massage therapy also provides well-documented benefits for patients with major illnesses such as heart disease and cancer. Although it does not cure disease, it does promote a sense of peace. It brings about well-being and relaxation as well as reduces stress and tension within the body. Moreover, massage therapy reduces pain, depression, stress and helps to improve the overall quality of one's life.
The Benefits of Massage Therapy
- Improves range-of-motion and decreases discomfort for patients with lower back pain.
- Relieves pain for migraine sufferers as well decreases their need for medication.
- Increases circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.
- Stimulates the flow of the body's natural defense system against toxic invaders.
- Improves the condition and elasticity of the skin.
- Relaxes injured/overused muscles and reduces cramping and Spasms.
- Increases joint flexibility.
- Reduces recovery time and helps prepare for strenuous workouts.
- Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and can be used to reduce and realign scar tissue after healing has occurred.
- Provides exercise and stretching for atrophied muscles and reduces shortening of the muscles.
- Reduces depression and anxiety.
- Releases the body's natural painkiller to aid in chronic illness and injury.
- Aids in the recovery from surgery to help control and relieve pain.