An increasing number of research studies show that massage has a wide range of benefits and research has verified that office workers massaged regularly were more alert, performed better and were less stressed than those who weren’t massaged.

Although not a difinitive list, here is a quick run down of the top 10 benefits of massage:

1. Relieves stress

2. Improves concentration and clarity

3. Alleviates muscle tension and stiffness

4. Increases joint flexibility and range of movement

5. Helps prevent repetitive strain injury

6. Improves circulation of blood and lymph

7. Pumps oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs

8. Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ — the skin

9. Strengthens the immune system

10. Helps relieve tension-related headaches and effects of eye-strain

Of course one of the main benefits of massage is the simple fact that it feels so great, especially when it is performed by a trained professional who knows exactly where to apply just the right amount of pressure to relieve those tired tight muscles.

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