It is natural to massage away pain and discomfort.
Massage is an art form practiced by many cultures, including our own.
Although it is not new as a medical technique, the therapeutic benefits of massage are just being tapped in Western cultures. Physically, massage increases metabolism, relaxes and refreshes the muscles and nervous system, improves the detoxifying functions of the lymphatic system and boosts the overall healing powers of the body. Psychologically massage also relieves fatigue, reduces tension, calms the nerves and promotes a sense of improved well-being and relaxation. Humans react to stresses, physical or emotional, real or imaginary, the same way our early ancestors did when they came in contact with a wild animal. With this response your heart rate increases, your breathing becomes shallower, perspiration and muscle tension increase, digestion slows and your body temperature rises.