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Massage therapy has been proven to be very beneficial to those who receive it on a regular basis. Manipulation of the muscle tissues can improve health and have a great therapeutic effect on the systems of the body, including the circulatory, muscular, immune, and nervous systems. According to many online sites dedicated to the art of massage therapy, when performed regularly can improve chronic and acute pain, reduce stress, and aid in a sense of overall well being, in addition to relaxing tight tense muscles.
There are many different massage techniques which use different types of manipulation for various results. My favorite is aromatherapy massage. I choose an essential oil that the massage therapist uses to either relax or invigorate me, depending on what I prefer. Oils are made of plant essences and are used to reduce stress, treat anxiety or insomnia, relax, or energize, and simply add a pleasurable aromatic element to the massage. Lavender is very nice and relaxing, as is eucalyptus, which also can clear your sinuses if you are feeling a little stuffy. Another favorite of mine is tangerine. I feel relaxed yet invigorated afterward. Just ask the massage therapist what he or she recommends and enjoy!
Other popular types of massage are deep muscle therapy and deep connective tissue massage, which I think is where the saying “hurts so good”, comes from. If you have ever had this type of massage therapy, then you know what I mean. When we get stressed, our muscles tense up creating what feels like a lump under our skin. When massaged, the tissue is loosened relaxing the surrounding muscle tissue. It may be a little intense, but believe me, it is well worth the pain. It’s especially beneficial to people that have chronic muscle tension. You will feel better afterward, have greater range of motion, and look at the world in a whole new light!
There are many other types of massage therapy as well, including prenatal and postpartum massage, sports massage, and acupressure; just too many to discuss here. Do you own research and find which type of massage you like most, and experience all the benefits that massage therapy has to offer. There are many licensed massage therapists around the country, and probably quite a few in your area. Many of them will even come to your home for your convenience. Prices range from $30-35 for a half hour and $60-75 for a full hour. Go on and pamper yourself, you won’t be disappointed! | |
Clinical and Therapeutic Massage
| |  Massage involves using the hands to perform movements on the skin to promote relaxation, healing and wellbeing. The main techniques of Western massage involve stroking, kneading, rubbing or pressing on the body. Oriental massage techniques often use direct hand pressure either through clothing or directly on the skin. Ayurvedic (Indian) massage uses many aromatic oils. |
Sensual and Erotic Massage
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Aromatherapy
| |  Aromatherapy massage uses essential oils, derived from the flowers, leaves, stalks and roots of certain plants and trees.
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils, extracted from the flowers, fruits, leaves, stems and roots of flowers, shrubs and trees. The oils are usually obtained by steam distillation. Other techniques include expression (squeezing the oil from peel), maceration (immersing the plant in hot oil to release the essence) and enfleurage (pressing flowers between oiled glass plates). | |
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Types of Massage - Relaxation Massage:A smooth, flowing style that promotes general relaxation, improves circulation and range of movement, and relieves muscular tension.
- Remedial Massage:A paramedical treatment that helps to restore function to injured “soft tissues” (muscles, tendons and ligaments). Therapy may involve the use of various types of Massage, as well as a range of other physical treatments to assist your recovery. In addition, you may be asked to perform some activities at home to assist the process of recovery.
- Sports Massage:Combines different Massage techniques to enhance sports performance and recuperation. An effective component of any training program.
- Aromatherapy Massage:Combining the therapeutic properties of essential oils with specific Massage techniques to promote health and well-being.
- Reflexology:Using thumb and finger pressure on the reflex points of the feet (which correspond to all areas of the body) to assist in achieving balance within the body.
- Oriental Massage Therapies:Oriental-based systems of finger pressure Massage, such as Acupressure and Shiatsu, that treat points along the acupressure meridians, aiming to release discomfort and rebalance energy.
How do these massages help us: - Massage treatments aim to develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function.
- Relieve or prevent physical dysfunction and pain.
- Relax tight and tense muscles.
- Improve circulation, recovery time and immune system function.
- Reduce overall stress.
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