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Massage Tech1
Term | Definition |
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MASSAGE & BLOOD PRESSURE | Circulation is increased and increased temperature |
MASSAGE & RESPIRATORY FUNCTION | Loosening mucus, improving clearance of sputum, increasing chest expansion, decrease stress levels |
MASSAGE & THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM | Reduces edema, decreases scar tissue, removes metabolic waste, reduces pressure in the capillaries |
MASSAGE & THE IMMUNE SYSTEM | Massage reduces stress levels and improves immune function |
MASSAGE & THE MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM | Relax muscles, decrease spasms, improves resting length of muscles, reduces trigger points, fibrosis and adhesion |
PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF MASSAGE | Reduce stress, anxiety and depression, promotes well-being |