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About Massage Therapy ~
Massage Therapy is an old art. It was known to our ancestors and was practiced after bathing and exercise to balance and center the body. They understood that health involves equal development of the mind and body. In the world we live in, we rarely take time to allow our bodies to recover from the rigors and pressures of every day routines. Massage Therapy is one of the best ways to relieve these stresses or get rid of chronic pain. Specific types of massage therapy use different strokes and pressures to achieve the desired effect. Because massage therapy has grown in popularity, there are many people seeking advice on their dis-ease and whether massage therapy is a good alternate or complementary therapy to the conventional treatment they might presently be receiving.

The Benefits of Massage Therapy

Improves circulation
Increases oxygenation to muscles
Relaxes and reduces tension in tired, aching muscles
Can help reduce the chance of injury Before and After exercise
Interrupts the pain cycle in muscle tissue, thereby allowing chronic pain to diminish

List of diseases which can benefit from Massage Therapy

Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Multiple Sclerosis/Muscular Dystrophy
Chronic Repetitive Strain Injuries
Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Migraine Headache
Back Pain
Insomnia

This list may look extensive, but there is research to back up these claims. Of course...there are always exceptions to every rule and massage therapy is not indicated for the following situations...

* Within 48 to 72 hours after any injury
* Anytime there is fever, cold or flu symptoms
* Whenever there is an active skin condition such as shingles, impetigo, severe acne, open wounds.

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"When I see Brie for a massage, I know I'll leave relaxed and rejuvenated. No matter what new physical (or mental) problem I present, she has a solution. Her knowledge and expertise seem endless. Knowing Brie has enriched my life. Her sense of humor knows no bounds."
L.G. - Weaverville, NC

References available upon request...

Brie Ward - Certified Massage Therapist and USUI Reiki Master

Brie Ward LMBT #5490
Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage Therapy since 1996 and
Certified USUI Reiki Master since 1999

Only minutes from downtown Weaverville
just north of Asheville, NC

Weaverville Massage
828.423.2383
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