Registered Massage Therapy

Service Description

Massage therapy is the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body — muscle, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and skin. The massage therapist uses varying degrees of pressure and movement to achieve the desired outcome for relief of pain and to increase mobility in the affected areas of the body. Massage is generally considered part of integrative medicine. Massage therapy may be used for a wide range of medical conditions and can have the following benefits: 1. Help reduce stress levels 2. Lessen pain and muscle tension 3. Increase range of motion in the joints 4. Increase relaxation 5. Improve immune function 6. Increase circulation Massage therapy can also work to help people cope with the pain and stress of various conditions, such as cancer, heart disease, stomach problems or fibromyalgia and more.