According to the Canadian Massage Therapists Association, massage stimulates blood circulation, lowering heart rate and blood pressure, reducing swelling and promoting faster healing through better delivery of nutrition to cells as well as removal of cellular waste products.

Since massage improves lymphatic fluid circulation, it also stimulates the immune system and improves the delivery of nutrition to, and the removal of debris from all organs.

Massage lengthens muscles and increases lubrication between muscle fibres, making them softer and more flexible, easing stiffness and pain. It also helps rid the body of chemicals such as cortisol and adrenaline, which are released during times of stress and are responsible for the "fight or flight" response. Over time, constant release of stress hormones can be harmful to health.

Similarly, the stress-busting aspect of massage can be highly effective in reducing emotional stress. Gentle massage can soothe a racing mind, increase a sense of well-being and even boost self-esteem.

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