Massage Therapy For Seniors

Massage therapy is particularly valuable for the problems associated with growing older.

The benefits of massage encompass conditions that may arise with age, such as muscular stiffness, arthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, and respiratory problems such as asthma and emphysema.

Massage encourages circulation, decreases muscular stiffness, and helps to decrease inflammation that may rest in the joints. Careful massage can help provide the elderly with symptomatic relief and enable seniors to extend the vitality in their lives.

 

NEW SENIOR RATE

$40.00 1/2 hour

$55.00 1 hour

 

To help those with a structured budget, I offer discounted  sessions for those over 65 years of age.  I can possibly reduce the travel fee as well, just let me know your needs.  Some have found that if they talk to their friends, they can schedule 2 or 3 appointments at one location and split the travel fee to increase savings.  

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 Enhances relaxation and comfort in senior clients
  • Positively affects blood pressure, pulse, and skin temperature
  • Increases lymph flow rate by 7-9 times
  • Promotes relaxation and alleviates the perception of pain and anxiety
  • Touching as a therapeutic event is above all an act of communication

Of interest:

Seniors' Use Of Massage Triples In 5 Year Period
Article:  Seniors today no longer consider massage therapy “alternative” health care. According to the American Massage Therapy Association’s® (AMTA®) annual survey released today, the percentage of seniors (ages 65 and older) who received a massage from a massage therapist in the past five years has almost tripled (21 percent compared to 8 percent in 1997). 

 

Senior Research 

Study of the effects of massage and self-massage instruction to seniors and caregivers 

 

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