MASSAGE
As part of a full body approach, massage therapy is crucial to healing the body and aiding in many of important functions of the body. Massage therapy has many benefits and effects for both the body and the mind.
Some of the many physiological effects of massage include:
- Increasing circulation, allowing more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs
- Stimulating the lymph system, the body's natural defense, against toxic invaders
- Relaxing and softening injured and overused muscles
- Healing of the muscles and tissues after injury
Psychologically, the act of massage relaxes you allowing you to unplug from the stresses of everyday life. As circulation increases and oxygen flows, the effect of relaxation is intensified allowing your body to heal and strengthen.
Massage therapy is effective for a wide variety of treatment plans and complements every wellness program.
