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Massage Therapy is a hands-on manipulation of the soft tissue and joints of the body. The soft tissues include muscle, skin, tendons and associated fascia, ligaments, and joint capsules. The therapeutic use of massage by a registered massage therapist affects all of the systems of the body - in particular, the muscular, circulatory, lymphatic (immune) and nervous systems. These benefits include lowering blood pressure, improving the flow of blood, increasing range of motion, and reducing tension, stress, and anxiety. Massage is recommended by medical physicians, obstetricians, gynecologists, chiropractors, osteopaths, psychologists, orthopedic surgeons and other related professionals.

Having a child can be one of a woman's most glorious experiences. Pregnancy is also a time of major change for a woman, both physically and emotionally. During pregnancy, your muscles, ligaments, and tendons loosen and soften. Prenatal massage can ease many of these discomforts, such as lower back and hip pain, sciatic pain, swelling of joints, neck and shoulder stiffness, fatigue and stress. Prenatal massage will assist in alleviating stress in the weight bearing joints and realign posture and body mechanics. Midwives, doulas and yoga instructors recommend prenatal massage as a particularly approriate form of treatment during this time.