Massage therapy
What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is a comprehensive intervention involving a range of techniques to manipulate the soft tissues and joints of the body. The purpose of massage therapy is to prevent, develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function or relieve pain (Massage Therapy Act, 1991). Massage can help with a wide range of conditions:
Benefits of Massage Therapy
There are many benefits to massage therapy when combined with your regular health care routine. Some benefits include:
Massage therapy is a comprehensive intervention involving a range of techniques to manipulate the soft tissues and joints of the body. The purpose of massage therapy is to prevent, develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function or relieve pain (Massage Therapy Act, 1991). Massage can help with a wide range of conditions:
- Sports related injuries
- Muscle/joint pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Sinusitis
- Whiplash
- Pregnancy discomfort
- Stress/Anxiety
Benefits of Massage Therapy
There are many benefits to massage therapy when combined with your regular health care routine. Some benefits include:
- Reduced stress
- Increased circulation
- Increased lymph flow
- Increase joint mobility
- Decreased muscle tension
- Alleviate pain