About
Massage
Good
Health
Care of your body should be at the top of
your priority list. Stress relief alone can improve your
vitality and state of mind. Massage, bodywork, and
somatic therapies can play an important role in your
life and relieve the tensions of everyday
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The History
of Massage
During the past 10 years, the massage
and bodywork profession in the United States has seen
welcome changes. Massage can provide relief to people
from all walks of life. The value of massage and
bodywork in both the prevention of injury and the
acceleration of healing of injuries has gained
acceptance and recognition. Members of the medical and
athletic communities are utilizing massage and bodywork
as an integral part of training, injury care, and
prevention regimens. Corporate wellness programs are
employing or contracting with massage and bodywork
practitioners to provide on-site services for their
employees to reduce stress related to the work
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Benefits of
Massage
The benefits of massage and bodywork in
reducing stress are well documented. Massage and
bodywork can help release chronic muscular tension and
pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility,
reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress, promote
faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve
posture, and reduce blood pressure. The older
population, as well, will benefit from massage - as it
enhances flexibility and
circulation. |
After Your
Massage
After a massage or bodywork session, most
people feel very relaxed. Some experience freedom from
long-term aches and pains developed from tension or
repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling
slowed down, people often experience increased energy,
heightened awareness, and greater productivity, which
can last for days! |
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