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I bet you didn't know... Massage can do all of this?

What is a Therapeutic Massage?

Studies of the benefits of therapeutic massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension. Therapeutic Massage also activates your parasympathetic nervous system which is your body's natural healing mechanism.


While more research is needed to confirm the benefits of massage, some studies have found therapeutic massage may also be helpful for:

  • Anxiety

  • Digestive disorders

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Headaches

  • Insomnia related to stress

  • Myofascial pain syndrome

  • Soft tissue strains or injuries

  • Sports injuries

  • Temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ)

  • Stress reduction

  • Increase in Range of Motion

  • Decrease in Blood Pressure

  • Increase in Circulation

  • Pain Relief

  • Improving muscle tone

  • Relieving migraines

  • Improving benefits of physical therapy

  • Used in conjunction with chiropractic work for long lasting results


Divine Spark in Richmond VA intuitively customizes each therapeutic massage based on the client's individual needs. An integrative massage is created to relieve pain and tension by incorporating a variety of massage techniques. Therapeutic Massage is generally considered part of complementary and alternative medicine. It's increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.


Beyond the benefits for specific conditions or diseases, some people enjoy therapeutic massage because it often produces feelings of caring, comfort and connection.


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