The benefits of massage therapy

There have been a number of studies concerning the effects of massage therapy. The general consensus is that massage therapy can provide many different benefits, depending on the scenario. Here are just a few:

• Alleviate back pain.
• Improve range of motion.
• Help athletes prepare and recover from strenuous workouts.
• Enhance immunity by stimulaing lymph flow.
• Lower blood pressure.
• Reduce spasms and cramping.
• Reduce post surgery adhesions and swelling.
• Release endorphins - amino acids that work as the body's natural pain killers.
• Relieve migraines.

Further Reading: To learn more, check out the American Massage Therapy Association's website.