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Touch is a most
effective form of healing.The energy which flows through the hands can refresh,
regenerate and revitalise. Massage brings
about beneficial
physical and psychological changes and restores balance to the body as a whole.
A well trained Remedial Massage therapist's touch may be as effective a
treatment as medicines or surgery and often doctors will refer a patient to a
massage therapist.
Remedial Massage has short and long term effects on the body, bringing about the
process of healing. It is one of the most effective and natural treatments for
stress related conditions.
Key Benefits
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stress related disorders such as migraines, frozen |
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shoulders, neurasthenia,
nervous exhaustion, |
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headaches,
aches and pains related to stress
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| sports and
accidental injuries, sprains, strains etc. |
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post
pregnancy and post surgery |
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long term disorders such as temporary or permanent
paralysis; post stroke, arthritis
poly-arthritic disorders
abdominal problems such as cramps, irritable bowels, constipation
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Capabilities
Capability 1 Short
term :
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to increase the blood flow, both in the area being massaged and generally
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to increase the lymphatic flow to and from the area treated, reducing pain,
swelling and inflammation and speeding up the bodys own healing process
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to relieve stress and tension, factors which are known to hinder healing or
slow it down, and cause problems of their own
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to reduce muscle tension, thereby improving the blood supply to an area
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to increase muscle tone
- Capability 2 Long Term :
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improved general circulation
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balance of the muscles and joints, leading to a better state of health
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breaking down of scar or fibrous tissue, restoring elasticity to the joints
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greater mobility within the joints of the body
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overall relief of stress
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greater immunity to further injuries of the same area
For further information , see
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http://www.acnt.edu.au/courses/course_detail.asp?coursecode=5MA
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