Massage therapy is recognized as one of the oldest methods of healing, with references in medical texts nearly 4,000 years old. Now days therapists use wide variety of massages, including but not limited to classical massage, sports massage, lymphodrainage, ajurvedic massage, etc. of which classical massage is most popular. You get the best therapeutical effet if combining massage with other physiotherapy’s methods.
Massage therapy positively influences the overall health and well-being of the client:
- relaxes the whole body
- loosens tight muscles
- relieves tired and aching muscles
- increases flexibility and range of motion
- diminishes chronic pain
- calms the nervous system
- lowers blood pressure
- lowers heart rate
- enhances skin tone
- assists in recovery from injuries and illness
- strengthens the immune system
- reduces tension headaches
- reduces mental stress
- improves concentration
- promotes restful sleep
- aids in mental relaxation