Massage Therapy

There’s no denying the power of bodywork. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (a luxurious treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen.

Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, than high stress. While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether can be difficult, massage can, without a doubt, help manage stress and injury.

What are the benefits of receiving massage or bodywork treatments?

Research continues to show the enormous benefits of touch—which range from treating chronic diseases, neurological disorders, and injuries, to alleviating the tensions of modern lifestyles. Massage can be useful for all of the conditions listed below and more:

Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion.
Assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays.
Ease medication dependence.
Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system.
Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles.
Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.
Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ—the skin.
Increase joint flexibility.
Lessen depression and anxiety.
Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks.
Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.
Reduce postsurgical adhesions and swelling.
Reduce spasms and cramping.
Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.
Release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller.
Relieve migraine pain.

Who performs the Massage Therapy session?

One of our experienced, professional massage therapists will perform the massage. They provide exceptional care and will design an effective customized massage treatment to address your individual needs. It can be included as part of your overall treatment plan, or simply as a stand alone massage session.

Can massage be covered by health insurance?

For those individuals with health insurance, massage therapy in a doctor’s office can very often be covered under the health benefits of your policy with little or no patient responsibility. NSPW offers evening and weekend hours to help you find time to fit it into your busy schedule.

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