Bales Therapy

About Massage Good Health Care of your body should be at the top of your priority list. Stress relief alone can improve your vitality and state of mind. Massage, bodywork, and somatic therapies can play an important role in your life and relieve the tensions of everyday living. The History of Massage During the past 10 years, the massage and bodywork profession in the United States has seen welcome changes. Massage can provide relief to people from all walks of life. The value of massage and bodywork in both the prevention of injury and the acceleration of healing of injuries has gained acceptance and recognition. Members of the medical and athletic communities are utilizing massage and bodywork as an integral part of training, injury care, and prevention regimens. Corporate wellness programs are employing or contracting with massage and bodywork practitioners to provide on-site services for their employees to reduce stress related to the work environment. Benefits of Massage The benefits of massage and bodywork in reducing stress are well documented. Massage and bodywork can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress, promote faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. The older population, as well, will benefit from massage - as it enhances flexibility and circulation. After Your Massage After a massage or bodywork session, most people feel very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience increased energy, heightened awareness, and greater productivity, which can last for days!

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