The benefits of massage are far reaching. Not only does a massage make you feel great, but a regular schedule of massage therapy can lead to overall sense of wellness. Just like a healthy diet and exercise regimen helps the body to maintain proper balance, a regular massage schedule can be an important part of your commitment to vibrant health and wellness.

Massage therapy can be extremely beneficial in many ways. Not just a source of relaxation, massage can also be used in the treatment of many conditions including:

• Low back pain
• Pregnancy (can ease labor)
• Boosting the body's immune system function
• Exercising weak muscles
• Workout recovery
• Increasing joint flexibility
• Anxiety
• Promotion of tissue regeneration, reduction of scar tissue and stretch marks
• Reduction of post-surgery adhesions and swelling  (see article on scar-tissue release)
• Improving the body's circulation
• Reduction of spasms and cramping
• Muscle relaxation
• Release of endorphins
• Help for migraine pain
• Neck and shoulder pain
• Overall Wellness

A regular regimen of massage therapy can lead to a lower incidence of stress-related illnesses and can promote:

• More energy and concentration
• Better sleep
• Decreased anxiety

Because there is a residual affect that occurs when a person has regular massage, there is also an emotional component to this area of wellness. Research has shown that massage is effective in treating the following conditions:

• Arthritis
• Asthma
• Depression
• Fibromyalgia
• High blood pressure
• Premenstrual syndrome