Stress Relief
It is the position of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) that massage therapy can be effective for stress relief.
Stress is a prevalent component in today's fast-paced world which can negatively impact an individual's health and well-being. Massage therapy has been shown to be a means by which stress can be reduced significantly on physical and psychological levels. While massage therapists know from experience that massage reduces stress, there is considerable research that validates our experience.
