{"id":9945,"date":"2012-04-05T10:37:48","date_gmt":"2012-04-05T14:37:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.glensfalls.com\/hometownhealth\/2012\/04\/massage-therapy-get-in-touch-with-its-many-benefits.html"},"modified":"2018-07-10T15:16:46","modified_gmt":"2018-07-10T19:16:46","slug":"massage-therapy-get-in-touch-with-its-many-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.glensfalls.com\/hometownhealth\/2012\/04\/massage-therapy-get-in-touch-with-its-many-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Massage Therapy: Get “In Touch” with Its Many Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Brush aside any thoughts you may
\nhave that massage is only a feel-good way to indulge or pamper yourself. To the
\ncontrary, massage can be a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health
\nand well-being, whether you have a specific health condition or are looking for
\nsome much-needed stress relief.<\/p>\n

Today, massage therapy is recognized
\nby physicians and health practitioners as a valid form of treatment for many
\nconditions, including stress. It is offered in businesses, clinics, hospitals,
\nand even airports, along with luxury spas and upscale health clubs. If you’ve
\nnever tried massage, you’re missing out on all the possible health benefits.<\/p>\n

Massage is a general term for
\npressing, rubbing and manipulating the body’s skin, muscles, tendons, and
\nligaments. Massage therapists typically use their hands and fingers for massage,
\nbut may also use their forearms, elbows and even their feet. Massage may range
\nfrom light stroking to deep pressure techniques.<\/p>\n

There are many different kinds of
\nmassage, and these are some common types:<\/p>\n