Do you feel stressed?  A great many people do.  Have you ever thought about Massage therapy?  If not you might want to give it a try.  Contrary to what you might think, massage is not only a feel-good way to indulge or pamper yourself it can be a potent tool to help you take charge of your health and well being.   It can also be a complement to your current medical plan.

 

Studies of Massage shows that it is useful for reducing stress, pain, and muscle tension.   It may also be helpful with reducing anxiety, headaches, and insomnia related to stress.   It can help reduce symptoms of depression.

 

If you have any question if massage is right for you, let your doctor know your trying massage and be sure to follow the standard treatment plan you have.

 

Here at Head to Toe Therapeutic Massage, we offer different treatment times ranging from 30, 60, to 90 minutes.  The massage may range from a light, relaxing touch to deep pressure.   An evaluation will be completed to determine how much pressure to apply or if any contraindications to massage exist.  No matter what kind of pressure applied you should feel calm and relaxed during and after your massage.

 

 

www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/massage/art/-20045743