Benefits of Massage

Massage is one of the most natural ways to de-stress: recorded as one of the earliest forms of physical therapy, it was already used by very different cultures over 3000 years ago.

The main purpose of massage is to help alleviate stress and tension that can build up in the body's soft tissues (muscles, tendons and ligaments).

Massage can have a positive effect on some medical conditions such as muscular discomfort, headaches, insomnia and digestive disorders. Regular massage increases energy levels and the flexibility of muscles and joints, and gives an overall feeling of being more alert yet calm.

Physical Benefits
   • Helps relieve stress and aids 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 during 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 and effects of eye-strain
   • Enhances the health and nourishment of skin
   • Improves posture
   • Strengthens the immune system
   • Treats musculoskeletal problems
   • Rehabilitation (after surgery and after injury)

Mental Benefits
   • Fosters peace of mind
   • Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness
   • Helps relieve mental stress
   • Improves ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately
   • Enhances capacity for calm thinking and creativity
   • Emotional Benefits
   • Satisfies needs for caring nurturing touch
   • Fosters a feeling of well-being
   • Reduces levels of anxiety
   • Creates body awareness
   • Increases awareness of mind-body connection