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What Is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is recognized as one of the oldest methods of healing. Massage therapy is often referred to as bodywork or somatic therapy, refers to the application of various techniques to the muscular and soft tissues of the body, which includes applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, vibration, rocking, friction, kneading and compression using hands, forearms, elbows or feet. All of the techniques are used to benefit the musculoskeletal, circulatory-lymphatic, nervous, and other systems of the body.
Physical and Mental Benefits
- relaxes the whole body
- loosens tight muscles
- relieves tired and aching muscles
- improves flexibility and range of motion
- decreases chronic pain
- stimulates the lymphatic system
- calms the nervous system
- lowers blood pressure
- lowers heart rate
- improves detoxification
- enhances skin circulation
- assists in recovery from injuries and illness
- strengthens the immune system
- reduces tension headaches
- reduces mental stress
- improves concentration
- promotes restful sleep
- aids in mental relaxation
Asian Bodywork
Asian bodywork is a general term that describes multiple forms of bodywork that originated from Asian countries and/or cultures. Some of the better known forms of Asian bodywork are Shiatsu, TuiNa, Medical Qi Gong and Thai Massage. These techniques incorporate the Oriental Medical system of meridians, balance of the elements, energies and emotions of the different organ systems.
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