Psychological Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
* Helps relieve stress and aids relaxation
* relieve muscle tension and stiffness
* discomfort during pregnancy
* faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments; reduces pain and swelling; reduces formation of excessive scar tissue
* muscle spasms
* greater joint flexibility and range of motion
* Enhances athletic performance; Treats injuries caused during sport or work
* deeper and easier breathing
* circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids
* blood pressure
*-related headaches and effects of eye-strain
* the health and nourishment of skin
* posture
* the immune system
* musculoskeletal problems
* post operative
* after injury

(Source: AMTA)

Mental Benefits of Massage Therapy
a relaxed state of mental alertness
Fosters peace of mind
Helps relieve mental stress
ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately
capacity for calm thinking and creativity
Benefits
needs for caring nurturing touch
Fosters a feeling of well-being
levels of anxiety
Creates body awareness
Increases awareness of mind-body connection