Massage is a term describing a variety of techniques using the hands, mechanical or electrical apparatus to stimulate or soothe soft tissues of the body for therapeutic purposes. A qualified Massage Therapist has academically achieved recognition in their knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology and is capable of evaluation and treatment
How does massage therapy work?
Massage works by using kneading, stroking and frictions to relax muscles and to stimulate the soft tissue. This therapy can increase blood and lymph circulation while breaking up Scar tissue formation between muscle fibres. Further, massage therapy aids the removal of toxic metabolites and increases the production of the red and white blood cells
Some Benefits of Massage
- Reduce stress and tension throughout your body
- Relieve your sore neck, shoulders and backache
- Get rid of tension or Stress headaches
- Restore mobility to stiff, injured muscles and limbs
- Prevent sporting injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints
- Improve relaxation
- Speed up the healing of injured muscles
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