The effects of a massage can vary according to the techniques employed. With most methods, the circulation of the blood is enhanced throughout the body, the nervous system is calmed or activated and the muscles are stretched and relaxed.

Specific techniques may be employed to target the lymphatic system, the digestive tract or other body systems. Relieving physical pain and stress improves your mental health and your physical well being.

Most people feel very relaxed and experience relief from long term aches and pains developed from tension, stress or repetitive activity. Following an initial period of calmness, people often experience a surge of energy, heightened awareness and greater productivity that can last for many days.

Massage enhances medical treatments and may shorten the time it takes the body to recover from injury and illness.