Benefits of Massage Therapy

The research on massage therapy is quite extensive.  Massage can benefit you physically, emotionally, and mentally. For more information visit the Touch Research Institute's website.

 Physical Benefits:

• Deep relaxation & stress reduction
• Pain reduction from muscle strains, back pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, headaches, etc.
• Relief of muscle tension & stiffness
• Increased flexibility
• Reduces stress hormones
• Improved circulation of blood & lymph
• Improved immune function
• Increased body awareness
• Speed wound healing
• Decreased scar tissue
• Easier & Deeper breathing
• Facilitates weight gain in pre-term infants
  

Mental Benefits:

• Reduced mental stress
• Enhances attentiveness
  
• Increased mental clarity
• Reconnected body/mind awareness
• Calmed mind & nerves

Emotional Benefits:

• Satisfied need for caring touch
• Increased overall well-being
• Reduced anxiety levels
• Enhanced self image/self worth
  
• Alleviates depressive symptoms