Benefits of massageMassage is generally considered part of integrative medicine. It’s increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.Massage benefits can include:Reducing stress and increasing relaxationReducing pain and muscle soreness and tensionImproving circulation, energy and alertnessLowering heart rate and blood pressureImproving immune functionWhile more research is needed to confirm the benefits of massage, some studies have found massage may also be helpful for:AnxietyDigestive disordersFibromyalgiaHeadachesInsomnia related to stressLow back painMyofascial pain syndromeNerve painSoft tissue strains or injuriesSports injuriesTemporomandibular joint painUpper back and neck pain
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