Therapeutic massage involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasm, and stress; and, to promote health and wellness.

 

 

Purpose of Therapeutic Massage:

 

• greater flexibility and range of motion / increase in the ease and efficiency of movement

• promotion of faster healing of soft tissue injuries, such as pulled muscles and sprained ligaments, and reduction in pain and swelling related to such injuries

• reduction in the formation of excessive scar tissue following soft tissue injuries

• improvement of the circulation of blood and movement of lymph

• improvement in posture through changing tension patterns that affect posture 

• relief of stress and aide of relaxation