Why Massage Matters

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Physical and Mental Health Benefits


- Relieves stress and aids in relaxation

- Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments, reduces pain and swelling; reduces formation of scar tissue

-  Enhances athletic performance

-  Provides joint flexibility, range of motion

-  Enhances health and nourishment of the skin

-  Improves posture

-  Reduces blood pressure and levels of anxiety

-  Improves circulation of blood and the movement of lymph fluid; removes toxins from blood and strengthens the immune system

-  Relieves tension-related headaches and the effects of eye strain

-  Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness

-  Enhances the capacity for calm thinking and creativity

-  Improves the ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately

-  Increases the awareness of the mind-body connection.
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