
Purpose
Relief of muscle spasms
Greater flexibility and range of motion
Increase of the ease and efficiency of movement
Relief of stress and aide of relaxation
Promotion of deeper and easier breathing
Improvement of the circulation of blood and movement of lymph
Relief of tension-related conditions, such as headaches and eyestrain
Promotion of faster healing of soft tissue injuries, such as pulled muscles and sprained ligaments, and reduction in pain and swelling related to such injuriest
Massage Therapy
Scientific evidence on massage therapy is limited. Scientists are not yet certain what changes occur in the body during massage, whether they influence health, and, if so, how. These questions and identify the purposes for which massage may be most helpful.
Massage therapy appears to have few serious risks if it is used appropriately and provided by a trained massage professional.
Tell your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will help ensure coordinated and safe care.
Improving Mood
It's no secret that massage can relax you and make you feel good mentally. But did you know that it may even help treat anxiety and depression. Massage also appears to increase the feel-good.
For a Glowing Skin
If you are attending a wedding, make sure you head for a massage prior to the function. Spa therapies like facials and body polishes uses gentle exfoliation techniques to remove dead skin cells and stimulate new cell growth which gives you healthy, glowing skin.
Relaxes Body
Going in for a body massage helps relieve pain by healing damaged muscle tissues. It improves blood circulation leading to increased supply of oxygen and other nutrients to the muscles.
Reduced Stress, Anxiety and Depression
A massage reduces stress levels in most people. Massage may also help manage or reduce the symptoms of anxiety and depression. While no studies prove that massage reduces depression symptoms, some people with depression feel that their symptoms decrease after massage. Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals reports that massage offers other benefits for your well-being, such as better sleep, increased energy, better concentration and less fatigue.