What is Massage Therapy?

Massage Therapy one of the oldest methods of healing, with references in literature from thousands of years past. It is often known as “bodywork” and refers to manual techniques applied to soft body tissues (muscle, connective tissue, tendons and ligaments) to enhance a person’s health and well-being. The techniques may include using fixed or moving pressure, holding, rocking, friction, kneading, and compression using primarily the hands, however massage therapists may also use forearms or elbows to apply techniques. There are numerous types of massage therapy modalities.

 

What are some of the benefits of Massage Therapy?

The Therapeutics of massage affect the body as a whole, and promote ad general sent of well being. Registered Massage Therapists have experience treating many different injuries, pathologies and dysfunctions. We can help with anything from acute and chronic pain to a very broad spectrum of concerns.

 

To name only a few, Massage Therapy has been known to aid in the relief of:

• Back and Neck Pain

• Sports Injuries

• Headaches, Migraines

• Muscle Spasms or Strains

• Tendonitis

• Repetitive Strain Injuries (e.g. carpal tunnel)

• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

• TMJ dysfunction

• Pre and post Pregnancy discomfort and related symptoms

• Chronic Pain (fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis)

• Anxiety and Stress

• Digestive concerns

• Postural Problems

• Post accident trauma and pain (e.g. whiplash)

• Post surgical/ injury scar tissue

 

Benefits may include:

• Pain relief

• Relaxation

• Stress reduction

• Balancing the nervous system

• Decreased muscle tension and stiffness

• Faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments

• Greater joint flexibility and range of motion

• Enhances athletic performance

• After surgery or injury: can speed healing, reduce pain and swelling and lessen the formation of excessive scar tissue.

• Promotes deeper and easier breathing

• Improves circulation of blood and lymph fluids, thus strengthening the immune system.

• Lowering blood pressure

• Promotes restful sleep