10/15/2024
Generally, people use massage for both general relaxation and wellbeing, address a specific complaint, such as pain or limited range of motion. Massage therapy contributes to both goals.
Some of the general benefits of massage therapy may include:
Decreases pain and increases functioning in these conditions:
Helps treat and manage symptoms or complications of:
Other psychological, emotional and physical benefits:
Carpal tunnel
Sciatica
Tension headaches
Whiplash
Tendon and muscle tears
Thoracic syndrome
Varicose veins
Pregnancy-related pain and other discomfort
Myofacial pain
Sore or overused muscles (prevents and treats)
Muscle injury (offers rehabilitation)
Gout
Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Muscular dystrophies
Raynaud's Disease
Diabetes
Hypertension
Congestive heart failure
Reduces risk of chronic diseases
Improved mood
Reduced anxiety
Lower stress levels
Lessening of depression
Reduced anger and aggression
Improved sleep patterns and decreased sleep disturbance
Reduced fatigue
Enhances immune system
Improves athletic performance and enhances recovery
With massage you can completely relax, increase the circulation of blood and lymph throughout the body while increasing the oxygen flow to the muscles, joints and all cells. Toxins are flushed from your body controlling pain, anxiety and stress. Even if you don’t have a specific health issue, massage therapy can provide many health benefits to enhance your quality of life.