Massage therapy is a form of soft tissue therapy that uses hands on manipulation of the tissues to reduce body discomforts, pain, stress and improve overall wellbeing. It can be used alone or alongside other treatment to assist in the rehab and management of injury or health conditions.  

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Massage can encompass a range of technique depending on the therapists training, approach and style. Most come from a few classics which can be applied in a variety of ways for different purposes. Some therapist may incorporate other Soft Tissue Therapy techniques alongside massage, and/or assessment and rehab advice to target more specific injury or dysfunction.

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Massage influences many systems of the body and this holistic effect can be greater than the sum of its parts. Outcomes could be :

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-  A reduction in aches, pain & tension.  

-  Reduced stress and anxiety.

-  Improved mobility.

-  Improved mood, sense of wellbeing and sleep. 

-  Increase local blood flow/circulation and flow of Lymph (Although there is a specific

   kind of massage for lymphatic drainage that involves gentle strokes in specific areas to reduce fluid) 

 

Whilst used for its own sake, to remedy or mange problems, prevention and physical therapy is important.  long term problems must remedial exercise It's important to manage and address the cause of any excess stress, body discomforts or musculoskeletal problems.