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The Health Benefits of Massage: Study Proves It

By Sam Molitas | Published: March 16, 2013

Health benefits of massage therapy demonstrated in a Buck Institute study Taking your medicine may get a whole lot easier now that a Buck Institute for Research on Aging study has produced scientific evidence that a massage does indeed help heal sore and stressed muscles. The study, produced jointly by the Buck Institute in Novato [...]

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The Health Benefits of Massage: Not Just a Luxury

By Sam Molitas | Published: March 4, 2013

Massage Therapy has traditionally been viewed as a feel good luxury, but this view is being changed by medical professionals all over the world. Research suggests massage can ease insomnia, boost immunity, prevent PMS, and more. Maybe that’s why hospitals are making it a standard therapy. It sounds like a no-brainer, but rubdowns are especially [...]

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The Health Benefits of Massage: Blood Pressure and Circulation

By Sam Molitas | Published: February 27, 2013

Massage Therapy Lowers Blood Pressure Massage Therapy can be an effective way to stave off high blood pressure naturally. Long-term studies have shown that a consistent massage program can decrease diastolic and systolic blood pressure; decrease salivary and urinary cortisol stress-hormone levels; and lower sources for depression, anxiety and hostility. Benefits of Low Blood [...]

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The Health Benefits of Massage (INTRO)

By Sam Molitas | Published: February 17, 2013

Massage is no longer available only through luxury spas and upscale health clubs. Today, massage therapy is offered in businesses, clinics, hospitals and even airports. If you’ve never tried massage, learn about its possible health benefits and what to expect during a massage therapy session. According to a 2007 American Massage Therapy Association survey, almost [...]

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Massage Can Change Your Life: Relaxation Massage

By Sam Molitas | Published: January 27, 2013

Massage is perhaps one of the oldest healing traditions. Many cultures – including the Ancient Greeks, Egyptians, Chinese and Indians – were convinced of the therapeutic properties of massage and used it to treat a variety of ailments. Modern studies have shown that relaxation massage can be used to successfully treat a variety of disorders, [...]

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Massage Can Change Your Life: Lomi Lomi

By Sam Molitas | Published: January 20, 2013

Lomi Lomi is one of the most profound forms of massage. It can bring very significant shifts in your life experience. The leaders and kings of ancient Hawaii received many massages over many days as a rite of passage, before taking up their worldly roles. Huna and Lomi, the teachings of ancient Hawaii, suggests that [...]

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Massage Can Change Your Life: Deep Tissue Massage

By Sam Molitas | Published: January 13, 2013

There are over 100 types of massage available and each one has specific benefits. In the treatment for pain and injury the most popular massage is Deep Tissue massage. It has been said that manipulation of the deep body tissue is a process that creates growth, evolution and will affect your health at a level [...]

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Massage Can Change Your Life

By Sam Molitas | Published: January 1, 2013

A soothing massage may seem like a luxury, but in fact, it’s more than just a quick escape from the whirlwind of our busy lives. Boasting a wide range of benefits, massage can—and should be—an important part of healthy, balanced lifestyle. Massage therapy, for instance, may make you more alert and lessen symptoms of depression [...]

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Today’s Gladiators

By Sam Molitas | Published: December 11, 2012

Athletes are the Gladiators of our generation. Their battles take place in state of the art multi-million dollar arenas with the full gamut of sports technology ready to use at their leisure, and even though they no longer “To the Death” their bodies are beaten, bruised, and pushed far beyond the average human’s limit. After [...]

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The Many Benefits of Massage

By Sam Molitas | Published: December 3, 2012

Massage therapy has been used as a therapeutic measure for generations, and across cultures around the world. Although different types of massage techniques are designed to target specific areas, dysfunctions, and promote natural healing processes, there are some distinctive benefits that can be received from regular massage. Physical benefits range from improved circulation, lower [...]