An introduction to the benefits of         Massage Therapy

Numerous research studies conducted in the United States, Europe, and Asia have documented that far beyond simply "feeling good'" massage therapy has an impressive range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits:

Physical benefits of Massage Therapy:

• physically relaxes the body
• calms the nervous system
• lowers blood pressure
• reduces heart rate
• loosens tight muscles
• increases blood and lymph circulation
• relieves tired and aching muscles
• improves muscle tone
• increases flexibility and range of motion
• promotes deeper more effective breathing
• speeds recovery from injuries and illness
• strengthens the immune system
• improves posture
• reduces tension headaches

Mental benefits of Massage Therapy:

• reduces mental stress
• promotes better sleep
• calms a bad temper
• induces mental relaxation
• improves concentration
• increase alertness

Emotional benefits of Massage Therapy:

• reduces anxiety
• enhances self-image
• provides a feeling of well being