Massage
What is massage?
Massage is a relaxing, therapeutic treatment that has been around for thousands of years. In fact, the word “massage” comes from the Greek root “masso," which means to touch. It is recognized as one of the oldest tools of healing. Massage is very beneficial in the athletic world, as well as in everyday active living. Massage helps to promote an overall healthy lifestyle when combined with education, exercise, and nutrition.
The Benefits:
- relief from stress, anxiety, depression
- increase activity of immune system
- increase range of motion and flexibility
- release of toxins in muscle tissue
- help with pain management in conditions such as arthritis, sciatica, muscle spasms.
- prevents and relieve muscles cramps and spasms.
- reduce inflammation on strained muscle by increasing circulation
- help prevent new injuries and recover from old injuries
- correct posture problems by releasing restrictions to contracted muscles
- feel relaxed and experience an increase in energy
Contraindications:
You shouldn't get massage if you have:
- a fever, infections, inflammation, a fracture, osteoporosis and other medical conditions.
- Always consult your doctor before getting a massage, especially if you have a medical condition.
