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Therapeutic Massage
Far beyond simply "feeling good," massage has an impressive range
of therapeutic effects and benefits, many of which have been documented in research studies conducted in the United
States, Europe and Asia.
With a variety of hands-on methods, a skilled massage practitioner not only stretches and loosens muscles and connective
tissue, but also greatly improves blood flow to the heart and the movement of lymph fluid throughout the body.
The massage practitioner's hands speed the removal of metabolic waste products resulting from exercise or inactivity,
allowing more oxygen and nutrients to reach the cells and tissue. Sensory receptors in the skin and muscles "wake
up," bringing new awareness to areas that have felt "cut off" by chronic tension patterns.
The release of muscular tension also helps to unblock and balance the overall flow of life energy throughout the
body (known in different cultures as vital force, bio-energy, chi, prana, ki, etc.) In addition, massage can stimulate
the release of endorphins ( the body's natural pain killers) into the brain and nervous system. All of this translates
into an amazing number of possible tangible results:
PHYSICAL LEVEL
- Deeper relaxation and Stress reduction.
- Relief of muscle tension and stiffness.
- Reduced muscle spasms and tension
- Greater joint flexibility and range of motion
- Promotes deeper and easier breathing.
- Better circulation of both blood and lymph fluids.
- Reduced blood pressure.
- Relief of tension related headaches.
- Healthier and better nourished skin.
- Improved Posture.
- Faster healing time.
- Strengthened immune system.
- Health Maintenance.
MENTAL LEVEL
- Relaxed state of alertness.
- Reduced mental stress.
- Increased capacity for calmer clearer thinking.
- Greater ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately.
EMOTIONAL LEVEL
- Satisfying the need for caring and nurturing touch.
- Feeling of well-being.
- Greater ease of emotional expression.
- Enhanced self-image.
- Reduced levels of anxiety.
- Increased awareness of body-mind connection.
- A sense of being unified, balanced and in harmony.
BODY CENTERED THERAPY
Research has shown that our bodies and minds are reflections of each other.
The emotions and experiences that formed our personalities have also affected the formation of our muscles and
body structure, as well as our breathing patterns. Every illness is an opportunity to learn and grow.
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