Canandaigua Medical Massage

 BENEFITS OF MASSAGE

Massage therapy has a wide variety of benefits, on both the body and the mind.
Massage can:

Relieve Muscle Pain and Tension                             

Improve Posture                                                        

Relieve Joint Stiffness and Pain                             

Increase Range of Motion

Improve Circulation of Blood and Lymph                

Improve Energy and Alertness                                      

Aid in Recovery from Strains and Sprains

Relieve Repetitive Motion Injuries

Stimulate Endorphin Release

Lower Blood Pressure                                        

Strengthen Immune System

Enhance Calm Thinking and Creativity

Increase Awareness of the Mind-Body Connection

Eliminate Waste and Toxins from Muscle Tissue

Increase Oxygenation of Tissues

Improve Posture and Body Mechanics                     

Relieve Chronic Stress and Tension

Reduce Muscle Spasm                                             

Reduce Swelling and Excess Scar Tissue

Enhance Athletic Performance

Promote Deeper Breathing                                    

Promote a Sense of “Well-Being”                           

Improve Quality of Sleep                                      

Promote Greater Flexibility of the Joints

The effects of a massage can vary from person to person. Effects also vary depending on techniques utilized and the reasons for the massage.  Most people will feel  relaxed and experience relief from long-term aches and pains resulting from tension, stress or repetitive activities. Following an initial period of relaxation, people often experience a surge of energy,a heightened sense of "well-being",and greater productivity that can last for many days.

CONDITIONS TREATED

Some of the conditions commonly treated with massage therapy include: 

Tennis/Golfer's Elbow                                    

Chronic or Acute Stress      

Sprains and Strains                  

Back and Neck Pain   

Shoulder/Rotator Cuff Pain/Injury  

Low Back/Hip Pain           

Arthritis                           

Sciatica

Depression/Anxiety/Insomnia

Fibromyalgia                    

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Chronic or Acute Pain        

Plantar Fascitis              

Digestive Disorders      

Headaches                    

Whiplash                           

Sports Injuries                    

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome        

TMJ                            

Circulatory Problems       

Reduced Joint Range of Motion

MultipleSclerosis                                                                                                                    

Frozen Shoulder