What is Massage Therapy?
Massage Therapy is the assessment and treatment of soft tissue and joint dysfunction and pain that involves pressing, rubbing, or manipulating muscles and other soft tissues with hands and fingers. Sometimes forearms or elbows are used.
Are there Different Massage Treatments?
A Massage treatment can include myofascial release, tissue massage, acupuncture, therapeutic ultrasound and taping, joint mobilization and home exercise.
What are the Benefits of Massage Therapy?
- Massage can help restore flexibility and range of motion as well as increase overall wellness and relaxation.
- Massage increases the body’s supply of oxygen and nutrients to your muscles, which help release waste from the muscle tissue.
- Massage also accelerates your body's own natural ability to heal itself.