What a Massage Can Do For You!
Receiving a massage has many great benefits for you physically, mentally and emotionally. There are some contraindications to a massage. So, before receiving any type of massage, it is important to have a consultation with Susan about your state of health, any special concerns or areas that you would like to have more focus on. This helps prepare her to provide the right kind of massage for you. The length of time spent on each session is determined by Susan or the clients’ request.
Physically • Deep relaxation and stress reduction
• Relief of muscle tension and stiffness • Reduce muscle spasm and tension • Relief from entrapment of nerves in muscle • Relax muscles and improve joint mobility • Increase ease and efficiency of movement • Promote deeper and easier breathing • Improve circulation of both blood and lymph fluids • Reduce blood pressure • Relief of tension-related or eye-strain headaches • Promote well-nourished and healthy skin • Improve posture • Speed recovery from strenuous physical exertion • Reduce the anxiety of athletic competition • Improve immune system functioning |
Mentally • Relaxe state of alertness
• Reduce mental stress: a calmer mind • Greater ability to monitor stress signals • Increase capability for clearer thinking Emotionally • Feeling of well-being
• Reduce levels of anxiety • Increase awareness of mind-body connection • Enhance self image • A sense of being unified and in harmony |