What’s not to love about a massage? It’s calming, relaxes your muscles, stimulates the lymphatic system (which keeps our body’s fluid level in check and protects us against infection), and improves ...

Checking the credentials of your massage therapist may seem like a daunting task, but there are several easy steps to take. You can contact an association that represents the field of massage. The two ...

Therapeutic massage isn’t just about relaxation (although that’s a fantastic bonus). It’s a science-backed method of healing that offers numerous physical and mental health benefits. From boosting ...

While it can be seen as a luxury, massages are often part of healthcare – here’s how it affects physical and mental health ...

HANDS OFF/ON: Therapeutic touch applies "the energy in our hands, minds and intentions to support healing," says Padma Dyvine, a nurse who uses the method. (photo by Emily Nichols) Touch has the power ...

Through therapeutic touch, relaxing music and calming essential oils, massage therapists offer people relief from tense muscles, stress and other challenges of the modern world. The U.S. Bureau of ...