Massage is often referred to as Swedish Massage after the popularity of massage spread throughout Europe due to the work of Per Henrik Ling (1776-1839). He wrote about massage in medically accepted language and also developed a programme of education. The Crown rewarded his work by setting up an institute in Stockholm and one in London was opened in 1838.
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How does massage work?
Massage principally works through the various body systems in the following ways:-
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Increases circulation
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Cleanses tissues of metabolic waste
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Increases pliability through spreading and lengthening muscle fibres
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Treating one part of the body which affects another part
What can massage do for you?
Bring on a specific effect - used by physiotherapists, osteopaths and sports massage therapists
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Healthier muscles, bones and skin
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Improves muscle stiffness and soreness
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Increases movement and flexibility
To work on general enhancement
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Reduces pain and tension
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Increase in metabolic rate
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Increase in postural awareness
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Increases physical and mental relaxation
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Increases the feeling of energy and vitality
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Increases the ability to cope with stress