|
Increases circulation, allowing the body to
pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues
and vital organs
Stimulates the flow of lymph, the body's
natural defense system, against toxic
invaders. For example, in breast cancer
patients, massage has been shown to increase
the cells that fight cancer.
Furthermore, increased circulation of blood
and lymph systems improves the condition of
the body's largest organ - the skin
|
Relaxes and softens injured and overused
muscles
Reduces spasms and cramping
Increases joint flexibility
Reduces recovery time and helps prepare the
body for strenuous workouts, reducing
subsequent muscle pain of athletes at any
level
Releases endorphins -- the body's natural
painkiller -- and is proving very beneficial
in patients with chronic illness, injury,
and post-op pain
Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and
can be used to reduce and realign scar
tissue after healing has occurred
|
Improves range-of-motion and decreases
discomfort for patients with low back pain
Relieves pain for migraine sufferers and
decreases the need for medication
Provides exercise and stretching for
atrophied muscles and reduces shortening
of the muscles for those with restricted
range of motion
Assists with shorter labor for expectant
mothers, as well as reduces the need for
medication, eases postpartum depression and
anxiety, and contributes to a shorter
hospital stay. |
Hours:
Thank you for visiting! It is the mission of Well Being
Spa to provide chronic pain management, stress
reduction, and a sense of well being through therapeutic
and ethical services built upon confidentiality and
professionalism.
Benefits of massage therapy:
Increases circulation