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Effects of Massage Therapy on Stress


15 years ago 0 855 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
 I totally believe in massage, it is good medicine:)  Tresa
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15 years ago 0 126 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
I have a 1 hour theraputic massage scheduled for Saturday morning at 10:30 am. It will be my first and  I'll let you know how it works out. I figured its the least I can do for the cause.  (smiling)  
 

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15 years ago 0 1693 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0

Members,

Our focus in recent weeks has been on stress management. The positive effects of massage therapy have been widely studied in children, adults & older adults. The listed benefits from head to toe include:

°          Decreased incidence of headaches related to tension.

°          Improved mood, decreased anxiety. Children with autism showed a decrease in problem behaviors.

°          Improved circulation & decreased blood pressure. In surgical patients, faster healing & recovery rates were noted.

°          Better posture, decrease muscle tension, joint pain, range of motion. In pregnant women it helps alleviate discomfort.

°          Better sleeping patterns in babies, children & adults.

Have any members found this therapy beneficial?
 
Breanne, Bilingual Health Educator 

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