Physical Benefits of Therapeutic Massage

• Relieves stress and aids in relaxation
• Helps relieve muscle tension and stiffness
• Alleviates discomfort during pregnancy
• Expedites healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments
• Reduces pain and swelling
• Reduces formation of excessive scar tissue
• Reduces muscle spasms
• Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion
• Enhances athletic performance; treats injury caused during sport or work
• Promotes deeper and easier breathing
• Improves blood circulation and movement of lymphatic fluids
• Reduces blood pressure
• Helps relieve tension-related headaches and the effects of eye-strain
• Enhances skin and nourishment
• Improves posture
• Strengthens the immune system
• Treats musculoskeletal problems
• Rehabilitation post-operative
• Rehabilitation after injury

(Source: AMTA)

Mental Benefits of Massage

• Fosters peace of mind
• Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness
• Helps relieve mental stress
• Improves ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately
• Enhances capacity for calm thinking and creativity
• Provides emotional benefits
• Fosters a feeling of well-being
• Reduces anxiety levels
• Creates body awareness
• Increases awareness of mind-body connection

(Source: AMTA)