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Therapeutic massage has become increasingly popular among people
of all ages. The massage explosion can be attributed
partly to the growing population of baby-boomers and
partly to the increased awareness of the effects of
stress on the body and the physiological benefits of therapeutic massage.
Massage therapists that once served only elite professionals and athletes now serve a much wider range of clientele. Using tried and true massage techniques the skilful, well-trained massage therapist relieves the tension in the muscles of the body and positively affects the health and well-being of the client.
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Massage Therapy is a proven treatment for a broad spectrum of ailments from asthma to arthritis. The therapeutic benefits of massage - a lower level of stress, increased circulation, and greater flexibility of shortened muscles are enhanced with regularity.
- 98 per cent of patients believe massage therapy is an effective treatment for their medical conditions.
- 95 per cent of patients say massage therapy improved their condition
- 49 per cent of patients say massage therapy allowed them to stop or reduce drug or other medical treatments
