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Massage
Therapy
Massage is one of
the oldest, simplest forms of therapy and is a system of
stroking, pressing and kneading different areas of the body
to relieve pain, relax, stimulate, and tone the body.
Massage does much more than create a pleasant sensation on
the skin. It also works on the soft tissues(the muscles,
tendons, and ligaments) to improve muscle tone. Although it
largely affects those muscles just under the skin, its
benefits may also reach the deeper layers of muscle and
possibly even the organs themselves. Massage also stimulates
blood circulation and assists the lymphatic system (which
runs parallel to the circulatory system), improving the
elimination of waste throughout the body.
Massage can stimulate or calm the nervous system-depending
upon what is required by the individual-and thus help reduce
fatigue, leaving the receiver with a feeling of replenished
energy. At its best, massage has the potential to restore
the individual physically, mentally and spiritually.
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