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What is Massage?

Massage is a general term for pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Massage therapists typically use their hands and fingers for massage, but may also use their forearms, elbows and even feet. Massage may range from light stroking to deep pressure.

There are many different types of massage, including these common type :

 

 

swediah massage

This is a gentle form of massage that uses long strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, vibration and tapping to help relax and energize you

Deep Tissue Massage

This massage technique uses slower, more-forceful strokes to target the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, commonly to help with muscle damage from injuries.

Benefits of Massage

Massage is generally considered part of complementary and alternative medicine. It's increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.

Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension.

While more research is needed to confirm the benefits of massage, some studies have found massage may also be helpful for:

• Anxiety                                                   • Digestive disorders                                                          • Fibromyalgia

• Headaches                                            • Insomnia related to stress                                             • Myofascial pain syndrome

• Paresthesias and nerve pain           • Soft tissue strains or injuries                                         • Sports injuries

Reflexology Can Assist in Conditions Such As:

• Insomnia                                      • Knee Problems

       

• Multiple Sclerosis                      • Muscle Tension

       

• Neck Problems                           • PMS/Hormonal Problems

       

• Respiratory Problems              • Sinusitis

       

• Stress Disorders                        • Thyroid Imbalance

       

• Allergies                                       • Arthritis

       

• Asthma                                         • Back Problems

       

• Blood Pressure                          • Bowel Disorders

       

• Constipation                               • Eczema

       

• Frozen Shoulder                        • Gynecological Disorders

       

• Hay Fever 

 

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