Massage Therapy utilizes kneading, rubbing, and other techniques of manipulation of the body for therapeutic purposes. Oil is generally used.

In an age of technical and, at times, impersonal medicine, massage and bodywork offers a drug-free, noninvasive and humanistic approach based on the body's natural ability to heal itself. So what exactly are the benefits of receiving regular massage and/or bodywork treatments? Increases circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs including the skin Stimulates the lymph flaw, the body's natural defense system, against toxic invaders. For example, in breast cancer patients, massage has been shown to increase the cells that fight cancer Relaxes and softens injured and overused muscles Reduces spasms and cramping Increases joint flexibility Reduces recovery time, helps prepare for strenuous workouts and eliminates subsequent pains of the athlete at any level Releases endorphins- the body's natural pain killers - and is used in chronic illness, injury and recovery from surgery to control and relieve pain Reduces post-surgical adhesions and edema and can be used to reduce and realign scar tissue after healing has occurred Improves range of motion and decreases discomfort for patient with low back pain Relieves pain for migraine sufferers and decreases the need for medication. Provides exercise and stretching for atrophied muscles for those with restricted range of motion Assists with shorter labor for expectant mothers, and creates less need for medication, less depression and anxiety, and shorter hospital stays