Massage is the oldest known healing art. It predates all Orthadox
Medicine and all other Complementary Therapies, In the Orient they were using
massage at least 3000 years before the Birth of Christ. The oldest existing
medical text, the Nei Ching acknowledges it as one of the 4 Classical forms of
Medical treatments along with
Acupuncture, Moxibustion and Herbalism. In India the Ayurveda, written
about 1800BC. Recommends massage to help the body heal itself. To ancient Greek
and Roman physicians massage was one of the chief means of relieving pain.
Hippocrates the ‘Father’ of medicine, believed that all physicians should be
trained in massage.
Massage has been found to be helpful in the treatment of a variety of
conditions, including stress-related ailments such as tension headaches,
insomnia, high blood pressure and backache. It can relieve depression, anxiety,
and pain. It can also alleviate musculo-skeletal problems, such as arthritis
and back pain. It is good for digestive disorders such as constipation and
stress-related abdominal pain.
Benefits: Massage has a positive effect on the bodys physiological and
psychological functions. It can help with the following:
1). Stimulating the circulation and speeding up the elimination of waste
products.
2). Easing sore or tense muscles.
3). Improving flexibility.
4). Facilitating general body relaxation.
5). Improving wellbeing.
6). Easing psychological tensions.
7). Enhancing body awareness.
8). Promoting regular sleep patterns.
The effects of massage support general health and wellbeing and provide
an ongoing healing process. Generally massage aims to normalize body tissues
and optimize function. The main intention of a massage is to elicit the
relaxation response, promote muscular relaxation, and to enhance circulation of
fluids, digestion and elimination. The effects of general relaxation alone have
an impact on many physiological aspects of health and wellbeing. Massage also
provides healthy touch, which is a basic human need.
The effects of massage maybe especially beneficial for people with
special needs. These benefits are the natural effects of a therapeutic massage
tailored for each individual.
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