Massage
Therapy is the systematized manipulation of soft tissues for the purpose of
normalizing them. When muscles are overworked, waste products such as lactic
acid can accumulate in the muscle causing soreness, stiffness, and even muscle
spasm. Massage improves circulation which increases blood flow, bringing fresh
blood and oxygen to body tissues.
This can assist the elimination of waste
products, speed healing after injury and enhance recovery from disease.
Therapeutic massage can be used to
promote general well-being and enhance self-esteem, while boosting the
circulatory and immune systems to benefit blood pressure, circulation, muscle
tone, digestion, and skin tone.
Other benefits include a relaxed
state of alertness, reduced mental stress enhanced capacity for calm thinking
and creativity, and reduced anxiety levels.