Massage therapy is the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, which include, muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. Manipulation can be done utilizing a variety of techniques including swedish massage techniques, trigger point therapy, deep tissue techniques, hydrotherapy, joint mobilizations and stretches. Tremendous benefits can be achieved through regular massage. Whether you’re looking for a moment of relaxation, to reduce muscle tension, or to attain relief from chronic pain, a therapeutic massage can enhance your overall sense of emotional and physical well-being. Massage therapy addresses a variety of health conditions, the most prevalent being stress-related tension, which experts believe may be the cause of a large percentage of disease is today’s all too busy world.
Massage aids in the treatment of:
- Muscle tension and spasm
- Headaches and migraines
- Anxiety and depression
- Insomnia
- Stress and stress related conditions
- Low back, Neck, and Leg pain
- Joint pain
- Strain and sprains
- Swelling (edema)
- Fibromyalgia
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Discomfort during pregnancy
- Arthritis, Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder
- Tendinitis (repetitive strain injuries)
- Whiplash
- Sciatica
- Knee injuries
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- TMJ
