Identification

• Massage therapy can be received in many types of settings. Nurses, physical therapists and chiropractors often use massage techniques. Some types of massage require you to get undressed and use oils, while others allow you to remain in loose, comfortable clothing, and use no lotions or oils.
  
  

Manging Stress and Anxiety

• Getting a massage should be relaxing. If done properly, it should help to release tension you may be holding in your body. A quiet room with soft music and scented candles, along with essential oils and a well-trained massage therapist, can help to calm both body and mind.
  
  

Boosting the Immune System

• A massage can help to stimulate the activity of the immune system. Massage can help to reduce swelling and promote better circulation of the lymph system. Massage will help to move out toxins and reduce fluid retention.
  
  

Enhancing the Circulatory System

• The motions in massage can help to improve your circulatory system and help your heart deliver the blood that the body needs. When your circulation is better, your whole body receives more blood as well as the oxygen and nutrients it carries, which can enhance healing.
  
  

Improve Range of Motion and Flexibility

• A massage therapy session will help to loosen your joints. Since this is done while massaging the muscles, the body is relaxed and more receptive to the stretches your therapist will do with you during your session.