Benefits of massage

High stress ages us faster and contributes to the onset of disease. It has been linked to cardiovascular disease, depression, and even the common cold. Massage can be an effective tool to manage stress and reduce the effects of stress on the body by:

• Decrease anxiety

• Enhance sleep quality

• Increase energy

• Improve circulation

• Reduce fatigue

• Improve concentration

Massage can also help with addressing specific health issues:

• Improve range of motion and aid in managing low back pain

• Ease medication dependence

• Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow (the body's natural defense system)

• Stimulate and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles

• Assist athletes prepare for and recover from workouts

• Improve the health and condition of the skin

• Increase joint flexibility and comfort

• Lessen depression and anxiety

• Reduce post surgery adhesions and swelling

• Release endorphins (nature's natural pain killer)

• Relieve migraine pain

• Relieve TMJ pain