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Massage therapy calms anxiety disorder

New evidence shows that massage therapy provides significant improvement in symptoms for those suffering from generalised anxiety disorder (GAD).

12 August, 2016
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Swedish massage with ginger oil reduces low back pain

Potent anti-inflammatory compounds in ginger can help to make massage more effective at relieving pain

3 July, 2014
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Shiatsu massage aids sleep, reduces pain

Shiatsu massage may help those suffering from chronic pain to prepare for sleep and stay asleep for longer

30 June, 2014
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How much massage to ease a pain in the neck?

When you have neck pain, more and longer sessions of massage are more likely to bring relief than if you have just a few short sessions

20 March, 2014
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Foot massage can calm anxiety in dementia patients

A 10-minute foot massage can help reduce agitation and enhance mood in older people living with dementia.

6 December, 2013
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Just 10-minutes of massage reduces muscle inflammation

A new study shows, that a brief massage can relieve muscle pain in the same way as pain medications – but without any harmful side effects.

3 February, 2012