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Massage therapy has become an important part of
general health care for many people living in today's stressful
world.! Massage therapy is recognized as one of the oldest methods
of healing, with references in medical texts nearly 4,000 years
old. In fact, Hippocrates, known as the "father of medicine,"
referenced massage when he wrote, in the 4th century
B.C.: "The physician must be acquainted with many things, and
assuredly with rubbing."
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Traditional healthcare systems throughout the
world recognize that therapeutic massage can play an important
role in treating illness or chronic ailments, and contribute
to a higher sense of general well-being.! And with ever-expanding
research on the beneficial effects of massage, more professionals
are advising patients to include therapeutic massage in their
health care treatment plans. Physicians, chiropractors and physiotherapists
are recommending more patients receive massages for certain
health conditions, while many employers and health insurance
plans support the use of registered massage therapists. Those
contemplating entering the field of massage therapy as an occupation
will be especially interested in our massage therapy school
information area. Choosing a massage school will be a hard decision
for anyone, so check out our specialized area for detailed tips
and links to popular massage schools in North America. We don't
sell anything on this site, but the sponsor's links will direct
you to some respected product suppliers, massage therapy schools
and educational resources.
Now days, in addition to "rubbing," massage therapy,
often referred to as bodywork or somatic therapy, refers to
the application of various techniques to the muscular structure
and soft tissues of the body that include applying fixed or
movable pressure, holding, vibration, rocking, friction, kneading
and compression using primarily the hands, although massage
therapists do use other areas of the body, such as the forearms,
elbows or feet. All of the techniques are used for the benefit
of the musculoskeletal, circulatory-lymphatic, nervous, and
other systems of the body. In fact, massage therapy positively
influences the overall health and well-being of the client:
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