Massage Therapy Overview – Part II

In “Massage Therapy Overview – Part I,” brief descriptions of some of numerous available massage therapy modalities were introduced.

Applying essential oils to the body through massage has been clinically proven to reduce stress and relieve musculoskeletal pain; in addition to positively affecting the limbic system, which consequently helps to enhance mental health.

Polarity therapy, another form of massage therapy, is based on energy healing bodywork that integrates diet, exercise and self-awareness.

As an anti-aging treatment, facial massage therapy is not only a growing trend for clients, but is also gaining leeway as an instructional program in cosmetology schools, esthetics schools and of course, massage therapy schools.

In many cases, medical massage therapists have received extensive training in a variety of massage techniques including but not limited to craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, sports massage, Swedish massage, and touch therapy.