Benefits of Massage

*Stimulates the lymph system, the body’s natural defense, against toxic invaders. For example, in breast cancer patients, massage has been shown to increase the cells that fight cancer.
 *Increases circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs
 *Relaxes and softens injured and overused muscles.
 *Reduces spasms and cramping.
 *Increases joint flexibility.
 *Reduces recovery time for strenuous workouts and eliminating subsequent pains of the athlete at any level.
 *Releases endorphins, the body’s natural painkiller. For this reason, massage is being incorporated into treatment for chronic illness, injury and recovery from surgery to control and relieve pain.
 *Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and realigns scar tissue after healing has occurred.
 *Improves range of motion and decreases discomfort for patients with low back pain.
* Relieves pain for migraine sufferers and decreases the need for medication.
* Provides exercise and stretching for atrophied muscles and reduces shortening of the muscles for those with restricted range of motion.
* relaxation
* revitalization
* relief from chronic muscle aches and pains
* reduced blood pressure and stress
* relief from pain and stiffness
* strengthened immune system
* increased mobility and speeds the healing process for those recovering from surgery or injury
* disease prevention
* promotes a sense of wholeness and balance within the body
* aids people with paralysis (such as stroke victims)
* assists in fighting and preventing cellulite. Massage helps restore the body's natural tendencies by manipulating the muscles, and stimulating the circulatory and lymphatic systems that break down fatty tissue. Massage targets areas that are difficult to stimulate with good old exercise (such as the inner knee and upper thigh areas).