Monday, April 5, 2010

massage benefits


Massage can be defined as the manipulation of superficial layers of muscle and connective tissue to enhance the function and promote relaxation and well-being. massage can be done in different parts of the body such as the arms,legs,head,neck etc

Massage can be applied to the parts of the body or joints when there is an injuryin that pert of the body.It helps to reallign the tendons,ligaments and other tissues of the body together after an injury.

Massage can also be applied to the body in order to relax stressed muscles and other tissues.


BENEFITS OF MASSAGE

Massage has many benefits to the body and mind and they include:

it calms the nervous system and promotes a sense of relaxation and well being.
* it reduces tension and anxiety.
* it improves blood circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells.
* it stimulates the lymphatic system, which carries away the body’s waste products.
* it prevents and relieve muscles cramps and spasms.
* it therapy can help with pain management in conditions such as arthritis, sciatica, muscle spasms.