The Healing Power of Touch
Human beings need positive touch to benefit their mental and physical health.
From infancy to elderly care, massage is a valuable tool.
Massage is utilized in the treatment of a wide range of medical conditions: allergies,
aching muscles, arthritis, asthma and bronchitis, carpal tunnel and thoracic outlet
syndrome, chronic and temporary pain, cancer, circulatory and lymphatic problems,
depression, digestive disorders, headaches/migraines, insomnia, immune system disorders,
fibromyalgia and myofascial pain, pregnancy and postpartum syndrome, PMS, reduced range
of motion, sinusitis, surgery recovery, injuries from accidents or sports, strains and
sprains, stress, scar tissue, restrictions, sciatica and TMJ dysfunction.
Massage increases metabolism, hastens healing, and aids the body in detoxification.
Circulation of blood and lymph is improved, therefore improving the delivery of
oxygen and nutrients to the cells in the body.
Therapeutic Massage is increasingly being prescribed by physicians and mental health
professionals to complement traditional medical treatments. A growing body of research
documents the beneficial results of touch.
Regardless of your stage of life - premature infants, children with ADD or ADHD,
teens with body image issues, a healthy adult, or ailing senior citizen -
massage may benefit you. Massage Therapy touches the body, mind, and spirit.
For those who may be bedridden or uncomfortable with disrobing, Reiki and Integrated
Body Therapy are recommended techniques. Both help to alleviate pain and stress, while
promoting restful sleep and relaxation.
For a more in-depth discussion of the benefits of Massage Therapy, please refer to this
article from the AMTA web site:
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