What is massage therapy?

Massage therapy is a type of treatment in which a trained and certified medical professional manipulates the soft tissues of your body — muscle, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and skin — using varying degrees of pressure and movement.

Massage is generally considered part of complementary and integrative medicine. It's increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/massage-therapy/about/pac-20384595

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Click the button below to learn about current research on how massage therapy can help: 

1. Cancer Patients
2. Fibromyalgia Symptoms
3. HIV/AIDS
4. Baby Growth 

NIH Massage Therapy Research

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/massage-therapy-what-you-need-to-know

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How can a massage benefit me? 

1. Reduces anxiety and depression
2. Improves sleep 
3. Improves immune function
4. Helps to decrease high blood pressure
5. Reduces chronic pain
6. Alleviates digestive discomfort
7. Increases range of motion

https://www.yogiapproved.com/health-wellness/benefits-of-massage-therapy/

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What should I do after my massage? 

1. Drink Lots Of Water, Especially For The Next 24 Hours
2. Take A Bath
3. Pay Attention To Your Body's Reaction To The Massage
4. Rest
5. Welcome Different Emotions

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"Following the above rules will help you to get much more out of your massage and your presence of mind will be more peaceful and invigorated.  Always remember, if you have any questions whatsoever, be sure to call your therapist.  We are here for you to help you to heal and to get the most out of your session that you can get. They don't call us therapists for nothing!"

https://elementsmassage.com/chandler-west/blog/massage-after-care

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