Studies show that it benefits the immune system and lessens the pain of cancer patients. Studies have shown that these are benefits provided by massage therapy. Decrease in anxiety and respiratory rates while increasing white blood cells are clear benefits to the immune system. It also lowers blood pressure, increase blood circulation and relaxes the muscles. Cancer patients have been shown to have reduced pain and anxiety after receiving therapeutic massage.

We realize that massage is not just for feeling good. While massages provide health benefits, it should never take the place of regular medical care. The risk is in some people going to inexperienced therapists who can often cause serious damage to the body. A massage can actually be harmful to persons with a blood clot in a deep vein, usually the legs, a bleeding disorder or one with weak bones from osteoporosis or a recent fracture. To be on the safe side, consult a medical practitioner before subjecting yourself to a massage therapy.