Benefits of Massage~

Massage works on the mind, the body and the emotions. It takes a holistic approach to dealing with dysfunction. We take the time to work with your body to improve health and well being. Massage gives you quality downtime and enhances your body awareness. To help with your understanding of the benefits of this ancient healing modality, we have listed some of the ways massage affects your body.

• Reduces tension in tight muscles and elongates shortened tissues.
  
• Increases mobility of joints
  
• Increases the flow of blood bringing enriching nutrients to the tissues and removing wastes for elimination.
  
• Enhances drainage of the lymphatic system.
  
• Breaks down adhesions and scar tissue.
  
• Reduces pain, by calming the nervous system and stimulating the release of the body’s natural pain killing chemicals.
  
• Boosts the immune system.
  Most techniques relax the nervous system, while others can stimulate it. Your therapist will choose appropriately.
  
• Promotes sleep and boosts energy.
  
• Promotes balance of the hormones.
  
• Enhances sports performance, while reducing recovery time from training.
  
• Aids injury rehabilitation.
  
• Gives you “time out”
  
• Combats stress and anxiety
  
• AND….A RELAXING MASSAGE FEELS GREAT!
  
  

If you have a specific health problem, or injury click here to find out if Neuromuscular Therapy can help you.