In the hectic environment of today, stress and anxiety are rather frequent problems. Many people battle to come up with efficient strategies for unwinding and mental peace. Swedish massage is one ...

So you're finally getting that (long overdue) massage you’ve been thinking about for months. You walk in, ready to relax, and the velvet-voiced woman at the front desk asks: "What type of treatment ...

When it comes to relaxation, there are a few things we all associate with that it: spa days, cozying up by the fire, staying in bed until 2 p.m. and, of course, getting a massage. And although massage ...

Massage alters EEG activity, increases parasympathetic activity, and decreases cortisol levels Massage is widely used in all cultures to evoke feelings of deep relaxation and reduced anxiety. The ...

With finals just around the corner, the Student Recreation Complex offers students something to help deal with the stress: full-body Swedish massages. The group Performance Massage contracted with ASU ...

For once, there’s something you already love that could also yield mental health benefits! With the first monotherapy study ever completed using massage to address an anxiety disorder, Emory ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Massage therapy has been practiced for thousands of years as a means of healing and relaxation. In recent times, there has been a growing interest in understanding the scientific basis ...

Patients’ self-reported pain and anxiety scores improved immediately after a clinical massage, while other patients who listened to a guided-imagery recording found the intervention to be very helpful ...

As good as a back rub from your sweetie feels, sometimes you need the hands of a professional. That's because a growing body of evidence suggests muscle therapy provides a long and varied list of ...

The best massage technique to relieve tension is a head massage. Dec. 19, 2011— -- How can you help friends and family relieve holiday stress? Give the gift of a massage. The best massage ...