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Therapeutic Massage is the mobilization of soft tissue using effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, compression, vibration, stretching, superficial hot and cold applications, topical applications that involves movement either by hand, forearm, elbow, or foot.
 Massage therapy may use the external application and use of herbal or chemical preparations such as: salts, powders, liquids, non-prescription creams, mechanical devises such as T-bars, thumpers, body support systems, heat lamps, hot and cold packs, salt glow or hydrotherapy.
Therapeutic massage can include energy work, movement therapy; massage technology, myotherapy, massotherapy, oriental massage techniques, craniosacral, structural integration, polarity therapy and Myofascial.
Massage Therapy is important to help keep your body toned, stress free, healthy and strong.
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What are the benefits?
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Improved circulation
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Reduced blood pressure
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Enhanced muscle tone
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Relief of muscle spasm and soreness
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Improved range of motion and flexibility
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Reduced edema
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Increased lymphatic drainage
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Improved texture and tone of the skin
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Improved digestion and sleep
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General relaxation and reduced levels of anxiety
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Feelings of rejuvenation and a general sense of well-being
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Mind, body, and soul
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Conditions that may be helped include:
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Patient Comments...
"Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!"
"I was so relaxed after the massage, I had the best nap afterwards, and the best sleep I’ve had in years. Thanks!"
"Good... very, very good."
"Can’t say enough how much this kind of touch heals and how much good it does, a lot better then a new pill!! Human Touch!"
"Very powerful work."
"I feel like I’m flying!"
"It was great; very relaxing."
Availability
NEW MOMS:
You and your baby have worked so hard! Refresh your body with a soothing massage! For more information, CLICK HERE
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS & COMMUNITY:
Integrative Medicine announces a training program for anyone interested in becoming certified as a Newborn Baby Massage Instructor. For more information, CLICK HERE
If you are interested in having a massage while a patient at Hartford Hospital, or for more information, please contact Integrative Medicine at (860) 545-4444 or e-mail itherapy@HartHosp.org
COMMUNITY:
To make an appointment for a massage session, or for more information, please call (860) 545-4444 or e-mail itherapy@harthosp.org.
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