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If you've undergone surgery, therapeutic massage can be a beneficial part of your recovery process. In fact, massage has been shown to reduce post-surgery adhesions and swelling.

Massage has long been recognized as a complementary treatment for a variety of conditions and illnesses. This includes anything from sport-related injuries to cancer treatment.

We are not an alternative to proper medical care. Rather, we are complementary to it, and our massage therapy is a recognized mode of treatment for strains, sprains, and other injuries.

Massage offer many benefits to the recipient of the treatment. This includes decreased anxiety, better sleep, improved energy and concentration, increased circulation, and a reduction of fatigue.

Did you know that massage provides a wonderful tool to help expectant mothers prepare for the upcoming birth? Massage has been linked with shorter, easier labor, as well as reduced maternity hospital stays.

Did you know that massage can be an effective tool for reducing stress, anxiety, depression and insomnia? Massage not only relaxes the mind, but consistent massage treatments also reduce stress hormones and pain which may contribute to these conditions.

There are different techniques used in massage. One of them, effleurage, involves light to medium pressure. It is the preferred technique to use when oils or lotion cannot be employed because of allergies, sensitivity, or body area.

Did you know that Hippocrates recommended massage for treatments of sprains, dislocations and digestive complaints among other things? One famous quote from Hippocrates is "A physician must be experienced in many things, but assuredly also in rubbing."

Remember, you're always in complete control during your massage. While some people prefer to remove their clothing, others don't. Whatever makes you most comfortable is going to make for the most effective massage.

No matter what your dedication to athletic activity - weekend warrior or serious competitor - massage treatment can be a tremendous benefit. Massage therapy will help reduce recovery time, and ease muscle pain.

Different types of massage have arisen in specific cultures, all with their own unique characteristics and effects. For example, Hilot massage, which focuses on relaxing muscles, originated from the Philippines and Shiatsu massage, which incorporates acupressure points, originated in Japan.

In corrective massage, the practitioner works to correct an issue in the soft tissue that is causing pain or restriction of motion (such as a knot or tendonitis). Often this will help relax the muscles and relieve chronic pain.

Have you had a cold or infection for a while now that you just can't seem to shake? Since therapeutic massage helps the body detoxify, it may be able to help you finally get over that pesky cold.