massage therapy and bodywork

 

Sharon Reed

 

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Massage is a 'hands-on' manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, particularly muscles, used for the promotion and restoration of health.  It can be used for relaxation, stimulation or rehabilitation of the whole body or part of it.  It promotes suppleness of the muscles, improves circulation, boosts the immune system and reduces stress.  Most importantly, it plays an important role in pain relief.

 

Help with muscular pain 


Every year, more and more people are turning to therapeutic massage and bodywork to help with the relief of muscular pain caused by injury, strain or stress.  A Deep Tissue Massage can help to realign the deeper layers of muscles and connective tissues that are causing such pain.  It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness, and sore shoulders.

 

chronic muscle tension


When there is chronic muscle tension or injury, there are usually adhesions (bands of painful, rigid tissue) in muscles, tendons and ligaments.   Adhesions can block circulation and cause pain, limited movement, and inflammation.

 

Deep tissue massage works by physically breaking down these adhesions to relieve pain and restore normal movement. To do this, the massage therapist often uses direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles.


Myofascial Release (MFR) is fast gaining recognition as the missing link in traditional healthcare. Myofascial release works on the muscles and fascia of your body, giving fundamental, long lasting benefits. Myofascial release really is fantastic, and it causes fundamental long term benefits change to your posture and physique.  


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