What is Massage

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Massage is the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body to normalize those tissues. It consists of a group of manual techniques that include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, and/or causing movement of or to the body, using primarily the hands but sometimes other areas such as the forearm or elbow. These techniques affect the musculoskeletal, circulatory-lymphatic, nervous, and other systems of the body. The basic philosophy of massage therapy encompasses the concept of vis medicatrix naturae -- that is, aiding the ability of the body to heal itself -- and is aimed at achieving or increasing health and well-being. . Massage does not replace the need for medical attention and does not diagnose medical problems or manipulate bones.

EFFECTS ON MUSCULAR and NERVOUS SYSTEMS

Stretches muscles
Promotes muscle relaxation
Improves muscle tone
Relieves spasms, cramps and pain
Improves athletic performance
Improves healing
Alleviates pain directly, chemically and via the nervous response
Promotes homeostasis in the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems
Promotes natural release of pain killers� endorphins and others

PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS

Reduces stress
Encourages better nutrition, exercise, and health practices
Reduces pain, both physical and emotional
Increases productivity
Promotes a sense of confidence and control
Promotes deep relaxation
Promotes feelings of being healthier, more relaxed, invigorated, energetic, peaceful and even more youthful
Helps rebuild a more positive self-image and sense of self-worth

Can you benefit from massage?

Massage does not replace the need for medical attention and does not diagnose medical problems or manipulate bones.

BENEFITS OF MUSCULAR THERAPY AND MASSAGE

GENERAL PHYSIOLOGIC EFFECTS
Breaks down adhesions or scarring
Increases flexibility and mobility
Increases joint range of motion
Balances pH levels
Reduces chemically induced pain and inflammation
Increases cellular metabolism
Increases skin temperature and blood flow
Promotes hormonal release with systemic effects
Removes toxins and metabolic wastes
Chemically induces vasodilatation
Improves overall blood and lymph circulation

EFFECTS ON THE CIRCULATORY and LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
Delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells
Removes toxins and metabolic wastes
Promotes vascular health and flexibility
Affects heart rate and blood pressure
Opens lymph channels for better flow
Reduces edema
Increases urine volume and excretion