Scientific study has now proven many of the healing aspects of massage, that some cultures have known for thousand of years.

We are typically a race of beings that long to be touched. Touch is the first sense we develop when we are born and the last sense we loose upon our deaths. Connection with another has always been a healing thing, either by the touching or the emotion of feeling cared for and loved. With my work my intent is not to just touch my clients but to touch them. See similar questions...

Everybody reacts differently depending on the type of treatment and the client's lifestyle. Most people feel relaxed. Several experience some freedom from chronic pain developed from constant tension, postural imbalance, repetitive activity or recurring injuries. Some may experience an aggravation of symptoms or soreness/stiffness in muscles for a few hours to 1-2 days after before feeling better. See similar questions...

Therapeutic massage causes the body to release endorphins, the “feel good” chemicals released when you See similar questions...

It depends on the techniques used. Many massage therapists use a variety of techniques. Swedish massage is typically used as a baseline, which starts with broad, flowing strokes to relax and calm, irritated or inflamed tissues. As muscles become relaxed, deeper pressure in specific areas may be applied to relieve areas of muscular tension. Often, a light oil or lotion is used to allow your muscles to be massaged without causing excessive friction to the skin. See similar questions...

Most people feel very relaxed. Some people experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience increased energy, heightened awareness, and greater productivity, which can last for days. See similar questions...

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Yes and no. For a number of physical and stress related problems, massage can have an immediate impact. Every day we have clients who come in stressed out, with a sore neck, tight back, etc. and leave feeling a lot better than when they came in. Sometimes the effects of the session take time to manifest. You may walk out feeling that you still have the issue you came in with but when you wake up the next day it's resolved. See similar questions...