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many Americans turn to therapeutic massage and bodywork for pain
relief, rehabilitation, relaxation, or physical or mental
rejuvenation. Together, therapeutic massage and bodywork provides many
physiological and psychological benefits.
On a physiological level, massage and bodywork increases
circulation to all areas of the body, primarily to the muscles that
are directly manipulated. Better circulation translates to more oxygen
and nutrients for body tissues. Therapeutic massage and bodywork
relieves muscle spasms; prevents muscle tears; sprains and strains;
increases flexibility and enhances athletic performance. In addition,
massage and bodywork directly or indirectly affects every system of
the body and promotes health, prevents illness and injury, and speeds
recovery.
Massage therapy and bodywork eases tension and helps people cope
with stress more effectively. It slows racing thoughts and worries,
helps individuals to reconnect with their body, and brings attention
to the mental and physical needs of their bodies so that they may
better take care of themselves. It promotes a sense of wholeness and
helps enhance one’s self-image, while keeping energy levels high.
Massage therapy and bodywork can be effective in preventing illness
and other physical ailments if received on a regular basis.
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