Therapeutic massage involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasm, and stress; and, to promote health and wellness.  America Massage Therapy Association defines massage therapy as a profession in which the practitioner applies manual techniques, and may apply adjunctive therapies, with the intention of positively affecting the health and well-being of the client.

Massage therapy improves functioning of the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems and may improve the rate at which the body recovers from injury and illness.  Massage involves holding, causing movement of soft tissue, and/or applying pressure to the body.  It comes from many forms, including:

Both therapists offer relaxation, deep tissue, injury treatment, pregnancy and Lomi Lomi massages.

How Can Massage Be Medically Beneficial?
People find that therapeutic massage can help with a wide range of medical conditions, including:
-Allergies
-Anxiety and stress
-Arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis)
-Asthma and bronchitis
-Carpal tunnel syndrome
-Chronic and temporary pain
-Circulatory problems
-Depression
-Digestive disorders, including spastic colon, constipation and diarrhea
-Headache, especially when due to muscle tension
-Insomnia
-Myofascial pain (a condition of the tissue connecting the muscles)
-Reduced range of motion
-Sinusitis
-Sports injuries, including pulled or strained muscles and sprained ligaments
-Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ)