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Massage is the practice of applying structured pressure, tension, motion, or vibration - manually or with mechanical aids - to the soft tissues of the body, including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments, joints and lymphatic vessels, to achieve a beneficial response. A form of therapy, massage can be applied to parts of the body or successively to the whole body, to heal injury, relieve psychological stress, manage pain, and improve circulation. Where massage is used for its physical and psychological benefits, it may be termed "therapeutic massage therapy" or manipulative therapy.

Massage Therapy Resources in the Madison Area

  • Verban Massage and Body Therapy - Offering therapeutic massage integrating the familiar western techniques of Swedish and Deep Tissue massage with Chinese Tuina and acupressure. Specializing in clients seeking relief from chronic pain or stress, support for managing chronic health conditions, and better balance of energies. Affordable, effective complementary health care.

  • I Knead You Massage - Receive caring, personalized service in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. With over 10 years experience, I Knead You Massage is a Madison, Wisconsin based massage therapy business offering table massage, on-site chair massage, and paraffin treatments for the hands and feet.

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More Massage Therapy Articles

Massage - Not Just Another Luxury!

Most of you have heard this...massage is just a luxury reserved for special times like vacations or birthdays. In truth massage is not just an indulgence! In fact it can give you current fitness routine a much needed boost!

Contributor: Sandra Koehler
Published: Apr 11, 2006

Benefits of Baby Massage

Baby massage is gaining popularity among parents. It has emotional and physical benefits beyond the bonding it permits between parents and their babies.

Contributor: Brandi Brown
Published: Apr 01, 2006

Esalen Massage: How to Find Perfect Relaxation

Sometimes a great massage is just what the doctor ordered. It doesn't have to be a brutal beating that is often portrayed on television, but in the case of esalen massage, it can be a combination of gentle rubbing and caressing, which is very relaxing.

Contributor: Arlene Mason
Published: Feb 14, 2006

Deep Tissue Massage and Therapy

While standard Swedish massage is great for relaxation, it may not work on chronic muscle pain. Deep tissue massage goes deeper into the body to work out the kinks that may be hindering your mobility and causing you undo pain.

Contributor: Amy Mullen
Published: Feb 14, 2006

Massages and Bubble Baths: Ten Inexpensive Ways to Spoil Yourself

In the hustle and bustle of daily life women often forget to take some time out for themselves. Included here are ten great ways to relax and get some much-needed me-time that every woman deserves.

Contributor: Amy Mullen
Published: Feb 10, 2006

Salon De Tokyo in NYC's Midtown Offers Authentic Japanese Shiatsu Massage

Submitting to shiatsu massage is something akin to giving birth to a because my recollection of the massage was wildly distorted through the warped lens of time. This was serious business and I needed to concentrate on "bweathing."

Contributor: Cori Morenberg
Published: Feb 06, 2006

Dallas Spa Services for Couples

Give a fabulous present you both will enjoy - a day at the spa. Be pampered without guilt because your partner will be spoiled, too. Instead of invasive procedures, think romantic doubled massages or side-by-side pedicures.

Contributor: Candace Leigh Coulombe
Published: Feb 02, 2006

Baby Massage & the Power of Touch

Baby massage has many benefits for baby and parent. Find out how to massage your baby.

Contributor: Lou Lou
Published: Feb 01, 2006

An Introduction to Infant Massage

A guide to infant massage and a look at its many benefits.

Contributor: Dinah Laurel
Published: Jan 24, 2006

Thai Massage Helps with Chronic Conditions

Americans are increasingly becoming more health conscious, which is why a growing number of us are now flocking to an ancient form of bodywork most Westerners have never heard about: Thai massage.

Contributor: Jennifer Minar
Published: Dec 20, 2005

Ten Popular Holistic Healing Practices

Have you been hearing a lot of buzz lately about holistic healing? Find out what some of the most popular holistic treatments are and how they can help you live better and feel better.

Contributor: Rachel Pickett
Published: Dec 20, 2005

Cleopatra's Beauty Secrets Revealed at New Buffalo's Holistic Salon

This Inn's clients come for the ambiance and return for the type of beauty-refreshing and spirit-restoring body-and-soul salon treatments that catapulted legendary Queen Cleopatra to fame and fortune.

Contributor: Kate Sheridan
Published: Dec 15, 2005