For thousands of years, massage therapy has been used as a simple and effective method of maintaining good health. Through deep tissue, pregnancy, geriatric, special needs and swedish massage therapy, many symptoms of pain and discomfort can be relieved.
Through massage therapy, some of the physical changes that can occur to your body include:
- Increased circulation allowing your body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and organs
- Stimulates lymph flow, a fluid that carries toxins away from tissues
- Relaxes and softens injured muscle
- Increases flexibility
- Reduces recovery time from injured muscles and post surgery adhesions
Massage therapy can be used to aid in the relief and treatment of:
- Stress related conditions such as insomnia and headaches
- Muscle and joint disorders, such as arthritis, back pain and muscle spasms
- Pain management
- High blood pressure
- Depression and anxiety
- Digestive disorders, such as constipation
- Sciatica
- Whiplash
A massage session can last anywhere between 15 minutes to an hour. A little discomfort can be expected, but a massage treatment should not be a painful experience. Right after a treatment you may feel tired,light headed and achy, but by drinking plenty of water afterwards, these symptoms should subside.
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