Massage Therapy Overview

Therapeutic massage, manipulating body tissue with the hands, heals muscles and promotes better circulation. First used over 3,000 years ago by the Chinese, massage therapy was a mainstay among other ancient cultures, including the Greeks, Japanese, Egyptians, Romans and Arabs. A Swedish gymnastics instructor, Per Henrik Ling, developed modern massage therapy in the early 19th century. The Swedish method combined exercise with massage to treat joint and muscle pain. In the 1850s, George and Charles Taylor, two brothers who studied massage in Sweden, brought this method to the U.S. Today it is a common treatment technique.

Three types of hand movements are used by massage therapists. Stroking, which can be light or hard, is meant to relax muscles and improve circulation. Compression—including kneading, squeezing and friction—stretches muscles and tendons to facilitate movement. Percussion, repeatedly striking the massage point with the sides of the hands, improves circulation. Massage therapy is effective for patients who suffer a range of conditions from arthritis to paralysis. It is often used to relieve pain and reduce swelling.

Massage Therapists in Houston

Gayle Condon Massage Therapist	send email
"Proficiency with deep understanding takes many years of mindful practice.Gayle began her massage training 35 years ago and has amassed almost 1500 hours of training in bodywork, with extensive ancillary training. " See full profile	1535 West Loop South Ste 200 Houston, Texas 77027 (713) 624-7164
Walter S Dawes Massage Therapist	send email
"Walter has been working as a therapeutic massage therapist for over 10 years. His strength lies in his ability to draw on a variety modalities. A veritable potpouri, his massage touches on ..." See full profile	935 Byrne Street Apt 8 Houston, Texas 77009 (832) 721-6382
Melissa Smith LMT, BS Massage Therapist	send email
"Hello, my name is Melissa LMT, and my passion is helping people live without pain or stress in their daily lives. I have helped many people feel their best and enjoy the ..." See full profile	2630 Fountainview Dr Suite 136 A. Houston, Texas 77057 (281) 543-3453
Jose M Cruz LMT Massage Therapist	send email
"As massage therapist, I provide the finest Health and Relaxing service. To schedule your appointment please call (713) 560 - 5871. " See full profile	16919 Jenikay st Houston, Texas 77084 (713) 560-5871
Rashida Lee BS, LMT, CHES Massage Therapist	send email
"I work primarily with downtown Houston, white collar professionals who feel physical or emotional stress. I help them by providing a nurturing female therapeutic touch in a private, immersive serene environment. I ..." See full profile	909 Texas Street Houston, Texas 77002 (713) 589-8753
Rita Dickinson LMT Massage Therapist	send email
"My extensive training includes Human Anatomy and Physiology, Pathology, Kinesiology, Herbology, Nutrition, Anti-Aging, Iridology, weight management, Magnetic Healing and Essential Oils. I have found my calling to help others relax and am ..." See full profile	Houston, Texas 77090

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