The general physiologic benefits of massage include:

• Breaks down adhesions or scarring
• Increases flexibility and mobility
• Increases joint range of motion
• Balances pH levels
• Reduces chemically induced pain and inflammation
• Increases cellular metabolism
• Increases skin temperature and blood flow
• Promotes hormonal release with systemic effects
• Removes toxins and metabolic wastes
• Chemically induces vasodilation
• Improves overall blood and lymph circulation
• Hastens healing

The general psychological benefits of massage include:

• Reduces stress
• Encourages better nutrition, exercise, and health practices
• Reduces pain, both physical and emotional
• Increases productivity
• Reduces fatigue, both physical and emotional
• Promotes a sense of confidence and control
• Promotes deep relaxation
• Promotes feelings of being healthier, more relaxed, invigorated, energetic, peaceful, and even more youthful
• Helps rebuild a more positive self-image and sense of self-worth