My Massage Works

Massage Works - for your health and well-being!

    Massage benefits the human body in a variety of ways.  It acts to relieve aches and pains.   It lubricates our skin by distributing body oils along with the lotions used for massage.  Research has proven that massage can restore exhausted muscles to usefulness more quickly than can simply resting.  Digestive issues can be assisted by properly applied massage techniques.  Constipation and diarrhea can also be aided by specifically applied massage.  Through techniques designed to stimulate deep nerve trunks, massage can have positive effect on the health of our internal organs as well. 

    Sleeplessness, stress induced tension and individual self-image are other areas in which massage has been shown to have positive and healthful effect as well.  On-going research being done by Tiffany Field, PhD. through the University of Miami, Florida has demonstrated that massage helps those individuals who suffer with Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia tend to stay more focused on the present when provided with basic massage techniques to their arms, backs and faces.  Individuals with anorexia and bulimia have developed better self-image and self-worth when provided with massage.  The list of benefits derived from massage goes on and on.   Research has shown that insomnia and stress related tension is decreased if not relieved through the use of massage as an intervention therapy.

    Massage has been around for over 2000 years as part of the healthcare regimen for many cultures throughout the world.  Peracelsus described many types of applications for massage.  There are ancient texts in China that describe types of massage to be done for specific ailments in coordination with other forms of treatment.  The benefits of massage have been known for centuries.  In the United States, we are rediscovering them and learning how to re-integrate those benefits and healthful qualities into our lives to aid in maintaining our health and well-being.

    Make an appointment today to learn for yourself all of the healthful and helpful benefits of therapeutic and relaxation massage.  You will find that it is one of the best ways you can spend your hard earned money to relieve your stress, improve your sense of well-being and the over-all health of your body.  You, and your body, will be everso glad that you did!