Massage therapy is a technique used to manage health conditions and enhance wellness through the manipulation of soft tissues. Its goals include reducing muscle tension, improving circulation, and enhancing recovery from injuries, while various massage types cater to specific needs. Special considerations and preventive measures are important, and regular sessions are recommended for optimal health benefits.

1. Massage Therapy

2. What is Massage Therapy?
“Used to help manage a health condition
or enhance wellness. It involves
manipulating the soft tissues of the
body”.

3. Goal of Massage Therapy
 To … reduce muscle tension
 To … improve circulation
 To … reduction of stress hormones
 To … increase joint mobility & flexibility
 To … improve skin tone
 To… improve recovery of injured soft
tissues
 To … heighten mental alertness
 To … reduce anxiety and depression

4. “Massage therapy is one of the
most effective firs-aid
technique…”

5. Types:
1. Swedish Massage
2. Deep-tissue Massage

6. 3. Hot Stone Massage
4. Trigger point Massage
5. Couples Massage

7. 6. Reflexology Massage

8. 7. Thai Massage (Yoga)

9. Special Considerations:
 Don’t do massage … during pregnancy
 Don’t do massage … if skin rashes, cuts or
infections are present
 Don’t do massage … if fractures or broken bones
are suspected
 Don’t do massage … if a person has a life
threatening illness.

10. Prevention:
Getting the vital signs:
- Blood Pressure
- Body Temperature
- Pulse Rate
Getting patient’s history

11. Getting the Most from Your
Massage Session
 Be receptive and open
 Don’t eat just before
 Think about what to wear to the session
 Give accurate information
 Communicate with the therapist
 Discuss any apprehensions
 Drink warm water 30mins after the session
 Don’t take a bath

12. “Massage is a part of our body
needs, so make sure to have it at
least 2x a week … because a
healthy mind has a healthy body
and soul”