Massage is highly respected
as one of the oldest, most effective therapeutic
techniques known to humanity. Utilized
by Asians, Indians, Greeks, Europeans,
& Egyptians for over 5,000 years.
Hippocrates, the Ancient Greek Physician
known as “The Father of Modern Medicine”
prescribed “rub downs” for
many ailments.
Massage Therapy is based
on fact that soft tissue – muscles,
tendons, ligaments & fascia (connective
tissue) - respond to touch. Scientific
Research states that massage provides
many health-promoting benefits, such as:
Improved
Circulation & Posture Lower Blood
Pressure
Healthier
& Improved Muscle Tone & Skin
Tone, along with better distribution of
Fat Deposits, thus reducing the appearance
of Cellulite
Boost
Immune System by assisting Lymphatic drainage,
Eliminating Wastes & Toxins (Lactic
Acid, Urea & CO2) & Increasing
the number of Natural Killer Cells (White
Blood Cells)
Relieve Arthritic Pain & Stiffness
Relieve Pain by Activating Body’s
own Natural Pain Suppressors (Endorphins)
Increase Range-of-Motion & Flexibility
& Relieve Tissue Congestion
Reduce Soreness after Exercise & Enhance
Athletic Performance
Promote Relaxation & Reduce Stress
(by Decreasing Cortisol levels –
Stress Hormone) while Increasing Energy
Level
Relieve PMS
Enhance Growth In Premature Infants
Banish Insomnia
Balance Metabolism & Improve Homeostasis
Ease Mild Depression by Increasing Seretonin
Levels (Mood-Elevating Hormone)
The List is Endless...
