Orthopedic Transactions . Discusses the effects of massage and joint mobilization exercises on somato-visceral reflexes. Fibromyalgia Benefits From Massage Therapy and Transcutaneous Electrical Stimulation. Massage reduces pain, lessens stiffness and fatigue. W.I. The Use of Transverse Friction Massage in the Management of Chronic Bursitis of the Hip and Shoulder.
Massage is beneficial for adhesions in chronic bursitis.
O.J. The Use of Therapeutic Massage as a Nursing Intervention to Modify Anxiety and the Perception of Cancer Pain. Therapeutic massage is a beneficial nursing intervention that promotes relaxation and alleviates the perception of pain and anxiety in hospitalized cancer patients. Wilkinson, S. Aromatherapy and Massage in Palliative Care. Int. J. Palliat. Patients reported that massage reduced anxiety, tension, pain, and depression.