Canandaigua Medical Massage

MASSAGE AND HEALTH

The use of massage therapy for maintaining health and well-being has been documented throughout history since ancient times. Today, therapeutic massage is one of the most utilized forms of complimentary health care. Everyday stresses, repetitive motions, and accidents can lead to various physical problems that can adversely effect our quality of life.The ability of massage to decrease muscle tension, increase circulation and calm the nervous system results in a cascade of physical and mental benefits that can help alleviate a wide variety of conditions. For a list of specific conditions commonly treated with massage please visit our benefits of massage page.

STRESS- Massage therapy is one of the best antidotes for stress. Reducing stress gives you more energy, improves your mood, and can reduce the chance of injury or illness.

TIGHT/PAINFUL MUSCLES- Massage can stretch and knead away muscle tension and ease pain. Massage has a calming effect on the nervous system which allows your muscles to relax.

CHRONIC PAIN AND INJURIES- By releasing tight muscle and improving circulation, massage allows the flow of fresh nutrients and oxygen into the muscles. Accumulated waste products are removed. These actions help to reduce pain and speed the return of involved tissues to a more healthy, relaxed state.

PAINFUL OR RESTRICTED JOINTS- Massage loosens tight muscles which restrict joint movement, allowing greater range of motion. This freedom of movement increases circulation to the joints, providing the natural lubrication which relieves pain.

POSTURAL PROBLEMS- By releasing resrtictions in muscles, joints, and surrounding tissues, massage can help return us to a state of more natural, balanced posture.