Background: Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and massage may be useful adjunctive therapies for chronic musculoskeletal pain. Objective: To evaluate the feasibility of studying MBSR and ...

Massage alters EEG activity, increases parasympathetic activity, and decreases cortisol levels Massage is widely used in all cultures to evoke feelings of deep relaxation and reduced anxiety. The ...

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In the hectic environment of today, stress and anxiety are rather frequent problems. Many people battle to come up with efficient strategies for unwinding and mental peace. Swedish massage is one ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Massage therapy has been practiced for thousands of years as a means of healing and relaxation. In recent times, there has been a growing interest in understanding the scientific basis ...

A doctor might recommend massage therapy as a complementary treatment for certain physical and mental health conditions. Massage therapy involves a variety of techniques for manipulating muscles and ...

Dr. Ronald Glick answers the question: 'Do Massages Benefit Medical Conditions?' Jan. 13, 2010 -- Question: What medical conditions might benefit from massage or is it mainly a stress reducer? Answer: ...

Massage alters EEG activity, increases parasympathetic activity, and decreases cortisol levels Massage is widely used in all cultures to evoke feelings of deep relaxation and reduced anxiety. The ...

Twenty-three of the participants were female and 7 were male. The average age was 46.5 and the mean education level was 12 years. Half the participants reported incomes less than $14,000 with an ...