The scientific proof of the physical benefits of massage and other manual therapy techniques: 

Increased circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs

Strengthens the immune system through improved lymphatic drainage

Increased joint and muscle flexibility

Reduces recovery time after activity

Reduces spasms and cramping

Releases endorphins

Reduces post-surgical adhesions and edema, and can be used to realign scar tissue

Decreases chronic pain including low back and neck pain

Decreases headache pain and migraines

Lowers heart rate and blood pressure

Decreases anxiety and irritability

Increases relaxation and the sense of well-being (shifts the body into parasympathetic mode)

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Health issues that may benefit from Massage & Manual Therapy:

Swelling, Edema, Scar Tissue 

Back Pain, Neck Pain, Scoliosis, Orthopedic Problems, Sciatica, Muscle Sorness, Trigger Points

Strains, Sprains, pulls

Central Nervous System Disorders

TMJ, TMJD, Frozen Shoulder, Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel, Tendonitis

Headaches, Migraines

High Blood Pressure, Stress, Tension- Related Problems

MS, Arthitis, Allergies, Acne, Eczema

Digestive Disorders, Detoxification, Cleansing, Heavy Metal poisoning, sluggish lymphatic system, lymphedema, lymph node removal, radiation treatment, chemotherapy

Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Adrenal Fatigue, Brain Fog

Depression, Anxiety, Sleep Disorders / Insomnia, Post Traumatic Stress and so on...