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Massage as a therapy has been known
to eliminate stress and is widely considered to be a medium
of relaxation and rejuvenation. A clinical study of
the term ‘Massage therapy ‘ brings to light the various
aspects that connect the medium, method and procedures
involved to create the broader term that is Massage
therapy.
Massage employs the medium of touch; the method includes
various part scientific-part artistic strokes and process
involves various kinds and types of complementary therapies
and techniques –all of this blend to concoct a unique form
of therapy called Massage therapy.
Massage and bodywork is known to promote better sleep,
improve concentration, reduce anxiety and create an overall
sense of well-being. Massage also relieves the symptoms of
stiff, tired joints, speeds up digestion and encourages
improved blood circulation.
The following
are the various kinds of massage that focus on
healing the mind and body:
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Back
Massage,
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Neck and
Shoulder Massage,
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Chest
Massage,
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Abdomen
Massage,
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Face and
Head Massage,
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Arms and
Hand Massage,
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Legs and
Feet Massage,
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Massage
for babies and children and
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Massage
during pregnancy.
These forms of specialized massage are known to treat a wide
range of conditions including stress, insomnia, rheumatoid
arthritis, asthma, diabetes, the muscle spasms and general
aches and pains associated with pregnancy, and the mental
and emotional problems associated with cancer, Alzheimer’s
disease and stroke.
Any kind of massage should not be carried out on if the
receiver has fever, contagious or infectious diseases.
Receivers of massage enduring cancer, cardiovascular
disease, arthritis, epilepsy, diabetes or trapped nerves
must ensure an approval from a doctor before undergoing any
kind of massage.
Integral to the choice of massage best suited to ones health
condition is to run a check on the certification of the
massage therapist. The therapist rendering the service
must be certified in the kind of massage from an accredited
institute. |
