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- Dilates blood vessels, improves circulation and relieves congestion.
- Disperses the edema following injury to ligaments and tendons, lessens pain and facilitates movement. Relaxes muscle spasm and relieves tension.
- Improves digestion and elimination.
- Calms the mind. Promotes emotional balance and a sense of well-being.
- Gives a feeling of being nurtured.
- Sets up the conditions for the body to heal itself.
- Increases the number of red blood cells, especially in the case of anemia.
- Increases the supply of blood and nutrition to muscles.
- Acts as a “mechanical cleanser”, stimulating the lymphatic system and hastening the elimination of metabolic byproducts.
- Improves muscle tone and helps prevent or delay atrophy. Tones and relaxes the body and facial muscles which gives a more youthful appearance.
- May have a sedative or stimulating effect on the nervous system and many reflex points throughout the body, depending on the type and length of massage given.
- Increases the excretion (via the kidneys) of fluids and nitrogen, inorganic phosphorous, and salts for individuals with normal kidney function.
- The skin is the largest organ of the body. It is a major source of the body's hormones and growth factors. Touching the skin releases these natural healing elements into the body.
- Touch is 10 times stronger than verbal communication; it allows us to release old pain and emotions stored in the muscles.
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