The benefits of massage include the following:

• reducing muscle tension and stiffness

• relieving muscle spasms

• increasing joint and limb flexibility and range of motion

• increasing ease and efficiency of movement

• relieving points of tension and overall stress; inducing relaxation

• improving blood circulation and movement of lymph

• relieving tension-related headaches and eyestrain

• reducing pain and swelling related to injuries

• enhancing health and nourishment of skin

• improving posture by changing tension patterns that affect posture

• reducing emotional or physical stress and reducing anxiety.

• promoting feelings of well-being

• increasing awareness of the mind-body connection and improving mental awareness and alertness generally.