Massage Therapy
Massage is
a perfect way to nurture yourself and bring more balance and ease into
your life. Among the oldest healing arts, it has been shown to be
beneficial in the treatment of many acute and chronic
conditions. Massage consists of applying various soft-tissue techniques
to the body in order to reduce stress and ease tensions created by
everyday living. The physical benefits of massage include improved
circulation, increased range of motion, and reduction of pain and
swelling. Massage also aids in the healing of strains and injuries,
releases toxins, improves regulation of blood pressure, promotes more
restful sleep, and strengthens immune system functioning. Massage
brings integration and ease to body, mind, and spirit as it soothes and
restores an over-stressed nervous system.
There
are many types and styles of massage, and often practitioners utilize
multiple techniques, which may include stroking, kneading, tapping,
compression, vibration, stretching, rocking, friction, and pressure to
the muscular structure or soft tissue of the body. Oils and lotions may
be used to reduce friction.
A few of the more popular types of
massage include Swedish, Esalen, Deep Tissue, Sports, Hot Stone,
Acupressure, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Trager, and LomiLomi. Please refer
to individual practitioners to learn more about the type of massage
they offer.