Massage Therapies

Why is massage beneficial?

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• Massage is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension and increases in the number of lymphocytes, white blood cells that are part of the immune system, and a boost in the immune cells that may help fight colds and the flu.

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• Reduces stress and anxiety. It’s the position of the American Massage Therapy Association that “massage therapy with heat can be effective for stress relief.” 

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• Promotes sleep. A 2006 literature review found massage may be an alternative to sleeping pills in adults with insomnia. Massage is thought to help you enjoy more restorative sleep, although it’s not completely understood why.

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• May help relieve symptoms of autoimmune diseases.