DID YOU KNOW?

Experts estimate that 80 to 90 percent of disease is related to stress. Yes, disease is STRESS-related. Massage and bodywork exist to reduce that overwhelming number by helping us remember what it means to relax. The physical changes massage can have upon your body can have a positive effect in many areas of your life. Besides increasing relaxation and decreasing anxiety, massage lowers blood pressure, improves recovery from injury, helps you sleep better and can improve your concentration. And as an extra added bonus, it reduces fatigue and gives you more energy to better-handle those stressful situations.

WHY MASSAGE? BESIDES FEELING GOOD...

... ...massage increases circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs. Massage can also help to alleviate chronic pain, as well as sore muscles, and has been demonstrated to improve mood. Consider the following benefits:

• Increased circulation of blood improves the condition of the body's largest organ - the skin.
• Relaxes and softens injured and overused muscles.
• Reduces spasms and cramping.
• Increases joint flexibility.
• Reduces recovery time for athletes at any level, and helps prepare the body for strenuous workouts.
• Releases endorphins - the body's natural painkiller.

TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE
FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT

Traditional Thai massage is an ancient healing system that combines broad and targeted acupressure, stimulation and manipulation of energy lines called sen, and assisted yoga postures. Treatment effects are enhanced when the patient is fully relaxed and breathing deeply.

Traditional Thai massage rarely uses oils or lotions, and the recipient remains clothed during a treatment. There is constant body contact between the practitioner and client, but rather than rubbing on muscles, the body is compressed, pulled, stretched and rocked in order to clear energy blockages and relieve tension.