Massage

Massage is the manipulation of the soft tissues of  the body by applying pressure , tension or vibration to provide physical, mental relief and heal many ailments. There are more than 80 different massage therapy techniques practiced in different countries.

Muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints are some of  the connective tissues on which pressure is applied. The massage is applied using the hands, fingers, elbows, forearm and feet,  but fingers are usually used for manipulation of  tissues. It is believed that massage is effective since it blocks the pain signals from reaching the brain, prevents formation of  scars, stimulates the release of  hormones , improves the flow of  lymph fluid and improves sleep.


Professional massage therapist are trained to perform massages using different techniques for different ailments. Some times, the massage technique is taught to family members and carried forward for generations. Chiropractors, osteopaths, athletic trainers and physical therapists also perform massages .