Mark Bugg: Remedial Massage Therapist
Health Care in Meander Valley

WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO HELP YOUR BODY RELAX AND GIVE YOUR HARD WORKING MUSCLES THE ATTENTION THEY DESERVE? YOUR BODY IS DESIGNED TO HEAL ITSELF!. - Foot Pain - Gastrointestinal disorders - Headaches - Sinus problems - Immune system disorders - Insomnia - Joint strains and sprains - Myofascial pain (connective tissue) - Mental illnesses - Fertility and Pregnancy associated problems - Repetitive strain injuries and many other conditions. - Carpal Tunnel. Massage has been known to benefit a number of conditions, including: - Arthritis - Asthma - Back Pain/Sciatica. Massage Therapy can: - Reduce swelling - Improve circulation - Lower heart rate and blood pressure - Reduce stress and anxiety - Release toxins - Boost the immune system through cellular waste elimination - Relieve muscle tension and improve muscle tone - Reduce inflammation in joints and soft tissue - Alleviate pain, stiffness and improve flexibility CAN MASSAGE HELP MY CONDITION? Massage therapy can result in sports injuries healing up to 50% faster. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MASSAGE? Overall, massage increases blood circulation and improves lymphatic fluid circulation in the body. So, if you're feeling under pressure, wind down with a soothing massage to feel revitalised. RELAXATION MASSAGE If your physical or emotional health is challenged, massage can eliminate the production of stress chemicals in your body. A remedial massage therapist can develop a massage program in conjunction with your training to maximise your performance and rehabilitation. If you play sport, regular massage can help prevent injury. A neck and shoulder massage can also alleviate repetitive strain injuries resulting from poor posture or sitting for long periods of time. Therefore, either from an accident, it can help you recover from injury, sport or surgery. REMEDIAL MASSAGE Massage stretches muscles, inhibits muscle spasms, increases flexibility and helps break down scar tissue. They will always provide the massage treatment that is best for your individual circumstances. Depending on your personal needs, a massage therapist may use one particular massage modality, or combine various modalities. WHAT TYPE OF MASSAGE DO I CHOOSE?. Everybody can benefit from regular massage, to sportspeople, from babies to the elderly, labourers and office workers! You don't have to be suffering from any soreness – a regular massage is the key to better health. WHO CAN USE MASSAGE?. In the case of an injury, a massage therapist can provide exercises and stretches to lessen or eliminate problems. *** Some of us take better care of our cars than our body! Your body is more important, so get your body on a regular maintenance schedule today with a great massage from someone who cares! WHAT IS A MASSAGE THERAPIST? A massage therapist treats most soft tissues of the human body including muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia (connecting tissue). Remedial Massage Therapy is one of the most effective ways of managing many injuries and health issues and often results in a quicker recovery. Massage Therapy helps relieve stress and pain and increases your bodies own natural ability to heal. It can resolve soft tissue pain caused by strain or injury or from just day to day living. To increase your health and wellbeing, a regular massage relaxes the body and mind. In today's society, psychological and physiological health problems are common, where stress related, massage plays a significant therapeutic role. Massage is essential to help you feel better, recover faster and have long lasting effects that are natural and drug free. Alternative health practitioners like Massage Therapists can often speed up and increase your chances of recovery by using proven techniques that will increase your body's own natural ability to heal. (more).