ABOUT THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Therapeutic
massage involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body
to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasm, stress and to
promote health and wellness. Massage therapy improves functioning of the
circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems and may
improve the rate at which the body recovers from injury and illness.
Research shows massage reduces the heart rate,
lowers blood pressure, increases blood circulation and lymph
flow,
relaxes muscles, improves range of motion, and increases endorphins, the
body's natural painkillers. Therapeutic massage enhances medical treatment
and helps people feel less anxious and stressed, relaxed while at the same
time more alert.