Massage is one of the oldest, simplest forms of therapy. It is a system of stroking, pressing and kneading different areas of the body to relieve pain, relax, stimulate, and tone the body. Massage does much more than create a pleasant sensation on the skin, it also works on the soft tissues (the muscles, tendons, and ligaments) to improve muscle tone. Although it largely affects those muscles just under the skin, its benefits may also reach the deeper layers of muscle and possibly even the organs themselves. Massage also stimulates blood circulation and assists the lymphatic system (which runs parallel to the circulatory system), improving the elimination of waste throughout the body.

Massage is also an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation programs, massage therapy has also proven beneficial for many chronic conditions, including low back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, immunity suppression, infertility, smoking cessation, depression, and more. And, as many millions will attest, massage also helps relieve the stress and tension of everyday living that can lead to disease and illness. Learn more about the benefits of massage here...

Finally, massage is not just for women. Many men are starting to seek out massage for relief of pain, sports injuries, and muscular problems. Physical labor, heavy lifting, and repetitious motions can contribute to muscle strain and injury, and in some cases lead to severe limitations on activities men enjoy so much, such as fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling. Massage can help to get you back to doing what you love to do faster, and help prevent future muscle pain by keeping your muscles limber and flexible.