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As a Registered Massage Therapist, Massage
Therapy Instructor, and Certified Neuromuscular Therapist, people are always asking me
what Massage Therapy can do for them. These are just a few of the Benefits of
Massage:
| Stress Reduction: Massage therapy is a great way
to reduce the stress in your life. Not only are the physical effects very soothing,
but there is often reduced anxiety and increased feelings of well-being. Massage has
been proven to reduce levels of "stress hormones" that can be hazardous to your
health. In addition to causing many types of health problems, some of these stress
hormones are even thought to cause weight gain.
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| Pain Relief: Muscular aches and pains, some joint
pains, and some nerve impingements (pinched nerves) are often reduced or eliminated
through massage therapy. Also, when combined with multiple styles of massage therapy like Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT),
Myofascial Release, Ortho-Bionomy,
Trigger Point Therapy, and even Reiki, those with chronic pain may get the benefit of
long-lasting relief. Pain management and relief from conditions such as chronic low
back pain, neck and shoulder pain, fibromyalgia, lupus, myofascial pain syndrome,
migraines and other headaches, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, whiplash, and arthritis
is common.
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| Less Soreness: Muscle soreness from your fitness and
sports activities, called Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), can be decreased with
massage.
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| Improved Circulation: The circulation of the blood and
lymph are generally improved, helping you to eliminate toxins, feel great, and promote
healthy bodily function. This is true of all massage techniques but especially with Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage.
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| Improved Flexibility: Massage can enhance tissue
elasticity and flexibility and help increase the range of motion (mobility) of your
joints. To improve flexibility massage therapy combined with Myofascial Release and Muscle Energy Technique, works very
well. Even people with some forms of arthritis, Cerebral Palsy, and Parkinson's
Disease can receive this benefit - Ask your Doctor.
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| Better Sleep: Many people sleep more restfully
after receiving massage therapy. The benefit often continues several days after
receiving massage therapy.
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| Better Athletic Performance: Anyone who wants to
be better in their sport should have massage therapy. In addition to the benefits
above, Sports Massage can reduce
recovery time from workouts, help prevent injury, and speed up healing of injuries that
you get - letting you make greater gains.
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| Improved Posture: Massage therapy can improve your
posture by releasing muscles and connective tissues that lead to poor posture.
Better posture helps to relieve stress on joints and muscles, reducing pain, reducing
chronic tension, and increasing energy.
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| Reduced Anxiety and Depression: Studies by the
Touch Research Institute of the University of Miami report reduced anxiety and feelings of
depression with regular massage therapy.
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| A More Comfortable Pregnancy: Any mother who
received massage therapy during her pregnancy can tell you that there's nothing better!
Massage during pregnancy is safe and effective in relieving the aches and pains
that often accompany the changes in the expectant mother's body. Guys, it's a great
gift for the mom-to-be.
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| Reduction of Cellulite: Specialized Cellulite
Massage can reduce the appearance of unwanted "dimpled" or "cottage
cheese" areas.
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Best of All....It feels GREAT!!
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Learning about the benefits of massage therapy
including Swedish massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Sports Massage, Deep
Tissue Massage, Myofascial Release, Ortho-Bionomy, Natural Reflex Therapy, and Trigger
Point Therapy? Do you still need to know more about the benefits of massage
therapy? You can discuss the benefits of massage therapy with any Registered Massage
Therapist. Find one on this San Antonio, Texas massage therapy
website or at the websites below:
Deep Massage
Copyright 2004-2007 Ben Crabtree, LMT, CNMT d/b/a Massage
By Ben - San Antonio, Texas
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