Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress-related.
Massage is an effective tool for managing stress, which translates into:
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Decreased anxiety.
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Enhanced sleep quality.
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Greater energy.
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Improved concentration.
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Reduced fatigue.
Massage can help specifically address a number of health issues. Bodywork can:
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Help manage pain caused by lumbago (low back pain), sciatica, headaches (including migraines), fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, TMJ, and many other conditions.
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Lessen depression and anxiety.
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Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.
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Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.
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Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.
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Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body's natural defense system.
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Increase joint flexibility.
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Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue.
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Help increase length and quality of sleep for those with sleep disorders.
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Ease pregnancy-related discomfort.
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As a result of many of the above benefits, decrease dependance on medication.