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What are the benefits of massage?

 

The systems of the body are stimulated by massage.  It, therefore, encourages improved circulation, aids digestion, waste removal and neural communication, invigorates and relaxes muscles thus preventing spasm and stiffness, speeds up skin desquamation and promotes cell regeneration.

 

Touch is known to be soothing and comforting and massage uses touch to soothe and comfort the body.  Since 75% of disease is thought to be caused by stress, massage, which reduces stress, may well improve overall health.

 

Massage has both physiological and psychological effects on the body.

 

             Physiological effects/benefits

 

             Psychological effects/benefits