Research is showing that what we used to think of as a simple “back rub” is actually a powerful therapeutic tool. Massage is a popular therapy, now used to treat a variety of health conditions. The benefits of this skilled, focused touch can be far-reaching. Solid research now backs the anecdotal evidence that we’ve heard for years.

Physical effects

Improves cardiovascular health

Massage can cause a 50% decrease in breathing rate. This in turn reduces your heart rate, reducing cardiovascular stress. Reduces blood pressure. Increases red blood cell counts and blood circulation.

Reduces muscle tension

Resolves sore muscles, tension headaches and migraines.

Improves, strengthens and tones the body

Massage improves your range of motion, posture, body awareness, and muscle tone. It improves balance and flexibility, helping you to reduce falls and further damage.

Reduces chronic pain

Arthritis, back pain or other musculoskeletal problems are all significantly helped by massage.

Fights PMS symptoms

Massage has been found to reduce symptoms such as pain, water retention and mood swings.

Boosts immunity

By increasing the number of white blood cells that fight infection and decreases cytokine proteins related to inflammation and allergic reactions, massage helps you stay well.

Improves asthma

Improved lung function has been measured in asthmatics after regular massage therapy.

Fights the signs of aging

Massage affects the frequency of falls, opportunistic infections and contractures directly affecting the independence to perform daily tasks. It also improves skin tone so that you’ll look more alive.

Emotional effects

Relieves anxiety and depression

Increases the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine, and reduces the level of the ‘stress hormone’ cortisol. Excellent results with regular treatments.