
Benefits of Massage
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Increases circulation which improves delivery of nutrients, oxygen, and arterial blood components to the area being worked.
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Can relieve mental and physical fatigue.
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Ease medication dependence.
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Promotes deep relaxation and stress reduction enabling client to better cope with daily situations.
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Increases greater joint flexibility and range of motion.
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Increases the immune system by stimulating lymph flow—the body's natural defense system.
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Loosens scar tissue.
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Massage feels good.
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Assists with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays.
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Reduces postsurgical adhesions and swelling.
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Relaxes and softens injured, tired, and overused muscles.
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Releases endorphins-amino acids that work as the body's natural pain killers.
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Relieves migraine pain.