Benefits Of Massage

Many of today’s health problems can benefit from massage therapy because at the core of massage it is the manipulation of soft tissues; soft tissues which can affect all systems of our body. Massage has been touted as one of the oldest forms of medical treatment and in recent years its benefits have been supported by many qualitative and quantitative research.

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- Reducing or eliminating chronic/acute pain
- Improving joint mobility
- Improving circulation and reducing inflammation
- Improving immune system functioning
- Increasing lymphatic drainage
- Reducing depression, anxiety and stress
- Reducing tension within muscles
- Pregnancy and Labour support
- Increasing body/posture awareness
- Enhance your overall sense of emotional and physical well-being 
​- Pure relaxation and enjoyment!

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Common Reasons to see a RMT

- Inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and tendinitis

- Stress relief and associated conditions
- Headaches and migraines
- Muscle and related conditions such as spasms, strains and sprains
- Back pain
- Repetitive strain injury
- Circulatory and Respiratory problems
- Pregnancy and labour discomfort
- Post-injury and post surgical rehabilitation
and these are just to name a few...

 

* to read more about benefits/research on massage visit
​- RMTAO  www.rmtao.com
- Touch Research Institute    http://www6.miami.edu/touch-research/Index.html

​- McMaster University http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/main/news/news_2012/massage_therapy_study.html
- College of Massage Therapist of Ontario  www.cmto.com